Plymouth is seeking volunteers for its Planning Commission by Feb. 28 to review land development proposals. Meetings occur twice monthly. Interested parties can contact City Clerk Jodi Gallup for more details.

Dakota County Board of Commissioners appoints Charity Weibel and Mike Toepfer to the Workforce Development Board.

Minnesota's Inclusive Democracy Caucus criticizes the Trump administration for placing 17 CISA employees on leave, raising concerns about election security support.

The Bloomington City Council plans a public hearing on the redevelopment of The Heights neighborhood, which includes a garage renovation and other improvements, inviting public engagement.

The City of Coon Rapids invites local business owners to the Coon Rapids Business Council meeting on Feb 25 at Bunker Hills Golf Club for networking and discussions. No fee is required; RSVP is encouraged.

Nichole Buatala joins Washington County's Mental Health Advisory Council; a crisis telecommunicator role funded by a grant will enhance emergency response, and a new K9 will join the Sheriff's Office.

Minneapolis Council Member Jason Chavez faced homophobic threats during a meeting, which he publicly condemned, voicing concerns for LGBTQIA+ safety, particularly in government spaces.

The Trump administration, supported by Elon Musk, has shut down the CFPB, ending investigations and assistance, affecting Minnesotans' financial safeguards and complaint processes.

Morrison County Board of Commissioners has a week of meetings and tours scheduled, with public participation opportunities and efforts to improve accessibility.

Sheriff Witt discussed public safety topics at the NSA Winter Conference and was appointed to the Domestic Violence & Crime Victim Services Committee. HCSO's Facebook highlighted the event and local community engagement efforts.

Trish Heitman has been elected President of the Midwest Association of Crime and Intelligence Analysts (MACIA) and was nominated for Analyst of the Year in 2024.

Rep. Lisa Demuth was sworn in as Minnesota's first Black woman Speaker of the House, in a ceremony conducted by the first Black Senate President, Bobby Joe Champion.

Dakota County announced absentee voting for township elections begins February 7; Election Day is March 11, with varied polling times and some townships, like Randolph, not holding elections.