The article recounts the story of Walter and Marie Pederson, who maintained Bloomington's City Cemetery starting in 1911, including using a vault for winter storage of bodies.

Bloomington Parks and Recreation hosts its fourth annual Halloween Trick or Treat Trail on October 27, featuring candy, activities, and music for families with children through fifth grade.

Minneapolis survey indicates support for converting the old 3rd Police Precinct into a "democracy center" with election services and a community space.

Anoka County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan with public input to maintain eligibility for federal grants and to address natural disasters such as tornadoes, snowstorms, and floods. Residents can offer feedback to shape the plan.

Michels Corporation, contracted by CenterPoint Energy, is working on natural gas infrastructure in Minneapolis' Victory Neighborhood, with closures for parking during the upgrade process.

Justin Miller, 43, was arrested by Duluth police for a drive-by shooting and OFP violation; no injuries were reported at the scene. He also faces a smuggling charge after meth was found on him in jail.

The BCA identified Trooper Mark Vande Steeg as the officer involved in a Minneapolis use-of-force incident; Eddie Freeman III engaged in a shootout with him and faces charges. No injuries occurred, and the investigation continues.

Minneapolis enjoys sunny days with mild fall temperatures, clear nights, and calm winds. A Hazardous Weather Outlook was issued for brief morning fog. No severe weather is expected, allowing for pleasant outdoor activities.

Bloomington introduces two yard waste disposal programs, offering weekly collection with a cart and up to 20 bags, or an on-call pay-per-bag service with stickers purchased from the city.

The City of Bloomington encourages residents to remove invasive buckthorn this fall, providing instructions, tools, and herbicides recommendations, with resources available on their website.

The City of Bloomington is utilizing a sales tax increase to fund various projects, including renovating parks and the Bloomington Ice Garden, and building a new wellness center.

Road crews in Bloomington are installing infrastructure for future high-speed internet, with the project expected to take several years and involve various broadband providers. Residents can report installation issues via the city's website.

Bloomington invites residents to apply for a Port Authority board opening to advise the City Council, with an application due by October 31. Other opportunities will come in fall.