Coon Rapids, Minnesota announces its Tree Lighting Festival for December 14 with Santa appearances, live music, and charitable drives for community support.

The Saint Paul Zoning Committee will discuss rezoning and permit applications including transforming local business areas to residential zones and approving a dance hall permit.

Plymouth Parks and Recreation launches an online gift card purchasing option for local recreational activities and rentals, providing a convenient, digital alternative to in-person purchases.

A man with autism went missing from the Community Activity Center in Brooklyn Park and was later found enduring a medical emergency but expected to recover.

The Dakota County Historical Society hosts a Woodland Winter Walk at the LeDuc Historic Estate, offering history, campfire, s'mores, and hot cocoa to visitors.

Wright County License Center now stocks specialty license plates, offering instant pickup of 100 Club and Agriculture plates to support local causes without the wait.

CR's Sports Bar donated to local public services, the City Council approved 2025 budget and licenses, appointed Emily Neuharth to the Sustainability Commission, and addressed urban planning and cannabis regulation.

Coon Rapids is holding its annual Holiday Lighting Contest, with 23 homes competing in "motion" and "still" categories. Winners will be chosen based on appeal and uniqueness and will receive cash prizes.

A Brooklyn Park apartment complex experienced gunfire, resulting in spent casings and bullet holes, with one minor injury reported. No arrests have been made; the investigation continues.

Eden Prairie, MN's city council approved a 2025 budget of $62.78 million, up 4.1%, including a 5.8% property tax levy increase. Local events and volunteer opportunities continue to enrich the community.

Eden Prairie City Council approved a budget increase for 2025, resulting in a slight property tax hike but maintaining one of the lowest tax rates in the metro area.

Bloomington residents can voice their opinions on proposed subdivision ordinance changes during a city council public hearing set for December 16, 2024.

Jamie Verbrugge is resigning as Bloomington's city manager to lead Catholic Charities Twin Cities, after serving since 2015 and overseeing significant city growth and development.