Juneteenth in St. Louis Park featured a skate-centered celebration with over 200 people, music, performances, and BBQ, fostering community spirit and historical awareness.

Carver County Parks announced on social media that the Dakota Rail Regional Trail near Waconia will see upgrades starting next week, with completion expected in fall.

Carver County Parks is offering a kayak tour on Lake Waconia, blending paddling with history on July 26, requiring a $28 fee, with discounts available.

Minneapolis partners with StoryCorps to collect residents' stories for a public archive, with a Monday deadline for submissions via an online platform.

The Saint Paul Police Department emphasizes safe and responsible use of fireworks, including cleaning up debris after celebrations, in a social media post and video.

Minneapolis police arrested a suspected drug dealer using a mobile camera system after a citizen's tip, seizing drugs and cash and highlighting the teamwork between technology and community vigilance.

Brooklyn Park encourages proper recycling during Recycling Week, noting carts should be rolled out by 6:30 a.m., loose materials are required, and it expands its program to include organics recycling with weekly pickups.

An open house in Washington County will discuss intersection improvements, where residents can provide feedback in person or online from July 29 to August 24.

Minneapolis weather will see a mix of sun, showers, and storms throughout the week with fluctuating chances of precipitation and warm temperatures, climaxing near 88 degrees on Independence Day.

Minneapolis launched the Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing Preservation Fund to help maintain affordable housing and prevent tenant displacement by partnering with housing providers and developers.

The Duluth Human Rights Commission celebrated Pride Month, highlighting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community's fight for rights and calling for continued advocacy and inclusivity.

Mankato, Minnesota introduces new cornhole boards at Erlandson Park, part of a Parks Pilot Project designed to enhance outdoor areas and gather community feedback through Every Voice Mankato platform.

A lost black and tan dog was found in Mankato, MN and is at the city impound waiting for its owner to claim it. Public Safety urges anyone with information to contact them.