New Webber Library is open
“Welcome to the New Webber Park Library!” These words, spoken by Hennepin County Commissioner Linda Higgins, were sweet indeed to the large group of …
Archive by month May
City designates Northside Green Zone
The City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Park Board have announced intentions to examine how parklands benefit the community. A major focus: environmental …
A river renaissance is begining
Above the Falls Regional Park (ATF) is a ribbon of land that is located on both sides of the Mississippi River that spans 15.39 acres starting at the Plymouth …
Fourth Precinct open house was impressive
In recognition of National Police Week (May 14-20), each of the City’s police precincts opened its doors and invited neighbors to drop by to meet officers, …
FATHERS, SONS, and the HOLY GHOSTS OF BASEBALL
Retired Henry High Teacher publishes novel FATHERS, SONS, and the HOLY GHOSTS OF BASEBALL Life in a small Iowa town where baseball is a religion Time often …
911 vs 311 – Who to call
In order to get the best possible service from the City, it’s important to know who to call. Unfortunately, sometimes knowing who to call can be …
$1.2 million will aid development to Blue Line Extension
At their April meeting the Hennepin County Board accepted $1.2 million of federal and local funding to advance transit-oriented development along the …
New carbon monoxide law will affect boaters and save lives
Sophia’s Law is named for seven-year-old Sophia Baechler, who died from carbon monoxide poisoning while boating on Lake Minnetonka. Carbon monoxide (CO) …
Upper Harbor Terminal Community Meetings – help shape our river park
Upper Harbor Terminal Community Engagement Meeting: On Monday, May 30 the community is invited to attend an informal community meeting to learn about the Upper …
Juneteenth
Juneteenth Celebrate this important moment in African American history Free family-friendly festivals include crafts, cultural demonstrations, storytelling, …