Bloomington's Parks and Recreation is hiring seasonal staff and seeking volunteers for summer jobs, open to individuals starting at 16 years old, with positions ranging from lifeguards to Zamboni drivers detailed on their official website.

The forecast for Minneapolis, MN, includes cold but sunny weather ahead, with daily high temperatures reaching the low teens and nightly lows above zero, accompanied by light winds.

Outdoor ice skating rinks in Bloomington will remain open until February 21, weather permitting, with lights on from 4:30 to 10 p.m. daily, but Bryant Park rink will be closed due to construction. Warming houses offer limited hours for skaters.

Bloomington invites artists for public art projects including a Dakota culture sculpture, utility box paintings, and a mural at the Bloomington Ice Garden.

Bloomington reduced local street speed limits from 30 mph to 25 mph to improve safety and road shared use, reflecting a local government-led adjustment to transportation management.

Bryant Park in Bloomington is undergoing renovations since August 2024, with groundwork largely completed. The project includes a new shelter, dredged pond, and the city's first inclusive playground, expecting completion by fall 2025.

The 2025 Community Connections Conference in Minneapolis, themed “Participation is Power,” invites residents for a day of workshops, exhibits, and engagement with local government and community groups.

Minneapolis raises its minimum wage to $15.97 starting January 1, 2025, applying to all workers with businesses required to follow new guidelines and display labor standards.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services announced updates to eligibility worksheets for certain programs and virtual training for professionals in behavioral support.

A car crashed into an electricity pole in Brooklyn Park after speeding and losing control, leading to the driver's arrest on suspicion of drunk driving.

The Mall of America, opened in 1992, uses body heat from visitors and skylights instead of a central heating system, housing an aquarium in the saved space and featuring plants for air purification.

Minnesotans are reminded to get a REAL ID or passport before the May 7 deadline for domestic flights, with resources and expanded passport services available at Bloomington Municipal website.

Scramblin' Egg is planning a March opening for a permanent location after winning Bloomington's Hatch contest and receiving a $100,000 start-up package and business support.