Minneapolis launches music events amid venue profitability concerns
Minneapolis announced summer and fall music events after a report found independent venues generated $2.2 billion in local economic impact.
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St. Paul council rejects tenant right-to-repair ballot petition
The St. Paul City Council rejected a tenant right-to-repair petition after 5,048 signatures were verified, below the 5,342 required for the ballot.
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Rochester’s Downtown Infrastructure Program Moves Into 2026
Rochester is beginning a coordinated downtown infrastructure program tied to Mayo’s expansion, with work planned across streets, utilities and public spaces through 2030.
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Lester Prairie council schedules Aug. 12 meeting after school contract discussion
The Lester Prairie City Council discussed a school contract during a July 27 workshop and scheduled its next council meeting for Aug. 12.
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Prior Lake council advances 262-home Vierling property proposal
The Prior Lake City Council moved forward with a proposal for 262 low- and medium-density homes on about 88 acres near County Highways 21 and 42.
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Burnsville Police City Hall project remains on track for September phase one
Burnsville says its $100 million Police City Hall project remains on schedule, with the first phase due in September 2026 and police additions to follow.
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Minneapolis Selects Trellis to Lead First Phase of New Nicollet
Minneapolis selected Trellis to lead the first phase of New Nicollet, advancing redevelopment plans for the former Kmart site in South Minneapolis.
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Shorewood schedules public hearing on zoning-code and land-use fee changes
Shorewood’s Planning Commission is scheduled to hold an August 18 public hearing on Phase 1 zoning-code changes and proposed land-use fee amendments, with City Council consideration set for September 14.
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Cass County opens comment period on 68-lot Waterside Estates development near Walker
Cass County is accepting public comments through Aug. 20 on an environmental review for a proposed 115-acre, 68-lot residential development in Fairview Township.
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Aitkin school district campus plan draws $5 million grant recommendation
The Minnesota IRRRB recommended $5 million for infrastructure and site development tied to Aitkin Independent School District’s proposed $70.44 million unified campus.
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Eagan Data-Center Debate Continues as Oppidan Targets December 2026
Oppidan expects its approved Eagan data center to be fully occupied and operational by December 2026 as the city reviews future data-center rules.
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St. Paul sets Aug. 5 deadline to close Pig’s Eye Park encampment
St. Paul plans to close three homeless encampments, beginning at Pig’s Eye Park on Aug. 5, as the city cites safety concerns and adds shelter capacity.
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Hugo posts final 165th Street environmental review before 10-day objection period
Hugo has posted the final environmental review for the 165th Street corridor after public comments and revisions. The document now enters a 10-day objection period before the city considers final adoption.
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Minnetrista approves $7.84 million 2026 tax levy, up 9.92%
The Minnetrista City Council approved a $7,838,365 levy for 2026. Hennepin County is expected to send preliminary tax statements in November 2026.
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Minnesota appropriates $2 million for Slayton’s 34th Street reconstruction
Slayton’s 34th Street Reconstruction project is included in Minnesota’s enacted 2026 capital-investment program with $2 million in general-obligation funding.
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Mille Lacs Band seeks bids to furnish renovated Nay Ah Shing Upper School in Onamia
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe requested sealed bids for classroom, office and school furniture, including delivery and installation, at the renovated Nay Ah Shing Upper School.
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Blaine voters face Aug. 11 primary for three council seats
Blaine’s 2026 municipal primary is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 11, with three City Council seats up for election if a primary is needed.
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Coast Guard sets three-hour safety zone on Rainy Lake for August 8 fireworks
A final Coast Guard rule will restrict vessel and person access within 200 yards of a fireworks barge on Rainy Lake near Ranier Beach Park in Minnesota.
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MnDOT presents updated Highway 210 plans in Deerwood as project advances toward 2029 completion
MnDOT held a July 9 open house in Deerwood to present updated Highway 210 layout concepts, including planned pavement, drainage and accessibility improvements expected to continue through fall 2029.
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Osseo Area Schools set to finish multiple construction projects before 2026-27 classes begin
Osseo Area Schools expects work at Osseo Middle and Osseo Senior High to wrap up before the 2026-27 school year, while construction continues at Maple Grove Senior High and community facility access is restricted at some buildings through Aug. 31.
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Minneapolis council rejects proposed 75-day police drone pilot
The Minneapolis City Council rejected a no-cost Skydio contract, blocking a proposed 75-day police drone pilot focused on the Fourth Precinct.
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Plymouth Seeks Approval for $135 Million Recreation Plan
Plymouth is seeking state approval for a proposed half-cent sales tax that could send a $135 million recreation plan to voters in November.