Mayor Reinert of Duluth discusses plans for the Lester Golf Course as a year-round recreational space after community consultation and the work of the Lester Golf Working Group.

The Minnesota Senate passed a bipartisan budget bill aimed at enhancing job creation and economic growth, with provisions for workforce development, community investment, and support for education and health care sectors.

The Minnesota Senate approved a labor rights bill, hailed by Senator McEwen, aiming to bolster worker protections and funding key departments. It includes mental health initiatives and clarifies break times.

Senator Liz Boldon and 30 Minnesota lawmakers urge protection of Head Start programs against proposed federal cuts in a letter to their federal delegation.

The Senate passed a Jobs and Labor Omnibus Budget bill, Senate File 1832, which aims to boost Minnesota's workforce and economy with new initiatives, including those by Senator Pha.

Sherburne County is inviting public input on Boulder Creek Wine Bar's application for on-sale and off-sale wine licenses, with a hearing scheduled for May 6th.

Minnesota's Senate passed Senate File 2511, a liquor policy that allows cities to create social districts where alcohol can be consumed outdoors. The bill aims to boost local economies and support small businesses.

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners announces a week of public meetings, discussing topics from urban planning to education, emphasizing transparency and community involvement.

The St. Paul BZA will review important variance requests, including housing and educational projects, at an upcoming meeting with input from the public encouraged.

Minnesota legislators are advocating for a state budget to protect local services from federal cuts, focusing on issues like public education, Medicaid, and Social Security. They propose taxing the wealthy to support vulnerable citizens.

The Minnesota Senate passed an education policy bill aiming to improve student attendance, charter school transparency, and student health, authored by Senator Steve Cwodzinski.

Minnesota's proposed funding shift could lead to higher property taxes in Wright County, with officials criticizing the lack of consultation and potential for permanent tax increases.

Wright County is seeking proposals for court-appointed legal services to assist residents unable to afford representation, covering CHIPS, guardianship, and other cases.