The Ramsey County Maplewood Service Center is temporarily relocating to Maplewood Mall during its renovation from October 7, with services uninterrupted.

Construction is underway in Bryn Mawr, Minneapolis, for a gas main project, limiting parking and street access. Work should conclude early October. Residents can contact CenterPoint Energy for details.

Bloomington fire stations will hold an open house on October 12 to promote fire safety awareness and smoke alarm maintenance during Fire Prevention Week.

Bloomington Public Health offers flu shot clinics to help prevent influenza, stressing community protection. Vaccinations are easy to access through local providers.

A man in Duluth was arrested for allegedly stabbing a woman, with the victim receiving hospital treatment for her injuries. The incident sparked safety concerns in the community.

Rice County is hosting information sessions on a sales tax referendum for the Public Safety Center funding, exempting essentials, with a 30-year term, contingent on debt repayment.

Saint Paul launches 'Be the Solution' to enhance safety and provide structured aid to those in need, with new traffic signs and a call for donations through local service providers.

University of Minnesota research shows LGBTQ+ policies significantly reduce discrimination, especially for trans and nonbinary individuals. Over 90% faced discrimination, dropping to 69.8% with robust protections.

The SHSS program in Minneapolis, lauded by Mayor Frey, assists families and students with housing stability, directly impacting over 5,300 students in its five years.

The Wright County Board approved a $208.18 million budget and a 5.71% levy increase for 2025, setting the max property tax bill. A public hearing is set for December 5.

The Bloomington City Council reviewed its solid waste contract, considering a new small garbage service and Extended Producer Responsibility law impacts, with plans for potential negotiations or a new bid solicitation.

The Bloomington Outdoor Farmers Market is nearing its last two dates for the season on October 5 and 12, with live music and local vendors, before moving indoors starting November 9.

The Bloomington Animal Shelter is set to undergo a $100,000 upgrade to improve infrastructure and enhance services for the 487 animals it served last year.