Lakeville Opens Public Input for 2050 Comprehensive Plan
Lakeville has begun seeking resident input for Envision Lakeville, a long-range planning process that will help shape land use, housing and services through 2050.
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Woodbury Trail Section Closes as Public Safety Campus Work Advances
Construction on Woodbury’s public safety campus has closed a trail section near City Hall while the city develops a proposed sales-tax funding plan.
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Minnesota confirms zebra mussels in Manuel Mine Lake near Crosby
The Minnesota DNR confirmed zebra mussels in Manuel Mine Lake near Crosby on July 13, 2026, adding a new invasive-species concern for local lake users and recreation.
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Duluth council schedules August 10 short-term-rental update
Duluth City Council is scheduled to discuss a short-term-rental moratorium update Aug. 10, with no final change or planned vote yet confirmed.
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Brooklyn Park sets August hearings for planning applications
Brooklyn Park’s planning schedule sets an Aug. 12 Planning Commission hearing and an Aug. 24 City Council date for applications filed by July 3.
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St. Paul CIB committee to review 2026 project proposals Aug. 10
St. Paul’s Capital Improvement Budget Committee will meet Aug. 10 to continue reviewing 2026 community capital-project proposals at Arlington Hills.
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Highway 6 project brings detour and construction impacts to Remer corridor
MnDOT began Highway 6 construction Aug. 3, including a detour of up to 12 days and a broader resurfacing and safety project scheduled through September.
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Bemidji boundary case moves toward November election after ruling favoring Northern Township
An administrative order says Northern Township’s proposed incorporation would take effect only after an election and qualification of a new township council, while the related Bemidji annexation proceeding remains unresolved.
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Kasson asked residents to reduce electricity use during an urgent July repair
The City of Kasson asked residents to reduce electricity use during a Friday afternoon repair on July 17, 2026, warning that the work could increase the risk of power loss.
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St. James invites residents to weigh in on Armstrong Boulevard and Fifth Avenue project
St. James has invited residents to an engagement session for a planned active-transportation project at Armstrong Boulevard North and 5th Avenue North.
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Highway 25 project keeps Buffalo-area motorists on changing detours through fall
A new CSAH 37 roundabout changed the Highway 25 detour through Buffalo on June 2. Through traffic is expected to remain closed until late October.
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Hoffman Estates Data-Center Rezoning Proposal Withdrawn
A proposed Hoffman Estates data-center rezoning was withdrawn July 2 after residents raised concerns about water use, environmental effects and transparency.
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Second crew to begin work on Bloomington’s American Boulevard project
A second construction crew is scheduled to begin installing jacking and receiving pits in Bloomington’s American Boulevard area on Aug. 3.
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St. Louis Park advances full replacement of zoning-code chapter
St. Louis Park posted a proposal replacing all of its zoning-code chapter for a second City Council reading, but adoption has not been confirmed.
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St. Louis County updates wildfire evacuation zones as smoke conditions fluctuate
St. Louis County updated its wildfire evacuation zones July 28 while public-health officials continued sharing smoke-related guidance for residents, including those in Hibbing.
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Milaca opens 2026 municipal election candidate filing period
Milaca’s 2026 municipal election filing period begins July 14, with affidavits of candidacy accepted at City Hall during listed weekday hours.
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Hennepin County authorizes preliminary design for multiyear Wayzata Boulevard reconstruction
Hennepin County approved up to $1.4 million for preliminary design and engineering on CSAH 101 between Gleason Lake Road and Byrondale Avenue.
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Emily comprehensive-planning process remains active, with no final plan documented
Emily’s official website shows an active 2026 comprehensive-planning process and continuing city meetings, but the available record does not show a final adopted plan or specific zoning change.
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Maple Plain’s 2026 street projects move into construction season with full downtown utility reconstruction
Maple Plain plans downtown street and utility reconstruction, along with Industrial Street resurfacing and watermain replacement, beginning in May or June.
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Minnetonka says utilities were not affected by cyberattack
Minnetonka officials said utility services were not affected by a cyberattack reported July 28 as a Minnesota state cybersecurity team investigates.
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Edina Keeps AAA Ratings Ahead of $2026 Bond Sale
Edina retained its top bond ratings from Moody’s and S&P before a June 16 sale financing street, utility and park projects.
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Education Department reports nine new Title IX investigations and expanded funding actions
The Education Department said it opened nine Title IX investigations in June and moved several other matters toward funding consequences or Justice Department referrals.