Local News
Community updates, development projects, and local stories from across the Minnesota metro area — updated regularly.
Apple Valley Weekly Update: Transit Station Reopening Celebration
MVTA celebrates upgraded 157th Street Station; major MnDOT highway project begins in July.
Edina Weekly Update: Art Fair Wraps Up
The 59th annual Edina Art Fair drew crowds to 50th and France. Plus, a black bear sighting and School Board decision on dual language program.
Grand Rapids Weekly Update: Amazon Facility Progress
Amazon delivery station construction continues in Grand Rapids. Target nears completion of major store remodel with new fresh grocery offerings.
Hopkins Weekly Update: Students Win State Envirothon
Hopkins High School wins state Envirothon championship. City to host GreenCorps member this fall for sustainability initiatives.
Maple Grove Weekly Update: Chalkfest Returns Under New Leadership
Chalkfest returns June 13-14 with a new community partnership. Maple Grove Senior High celebrates Class of 2026 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
St. Cloud Weekly Update: Diocese Announces Historic Parish Mergers
St. Cloud Diocese consolidates 131 parishes into 48. District 742 takes cautious budget approach amid state funding uncertainty.
Woodbury Weekly Update: Public Safety Building Under Construction
Police and fire services relocate as Public Safety construction continues. City survey shows high marks for quality of life.
Apple Valley Weekly Update: Transit Station Reopens
MVTA celebrates 157th Street Station upgrades. Skyline Social & Games nears August opening.
Edina Weekly Update: Art Fair Returns This Weekend
The 59th annual Edina Art Fair takes over 50th & France June 5-7. School board votes on Spanish Dual Language expansion.
Grand Rapids Weekly Update: Amazon Facility Nears Completion
Amazon's delivery station approaches spring opening. Target store remodel adds fresh groceries.
Hopkins Weekly Update: Students Win State Envirothon
Hopkins High School wins state Envirothon competition. City announces GreenCorps member and opens Burnes Park splash pad for summer.
Maple Grove Weekly Update: Hospital Nurses Authorize Strike
Nearly 600 nurses vote to authorize strike at Maple Grove Hospital. Boston Scientific expansion plans continue to grow.
St. Cloud Weekly Update: City Council Rejects Housing Project
Council votes 4-3 to deny supportive housing complex. Diocese moves forward with historic parish restructuring plan.
Woodbury Weekly Update: Affordable Housing Breaks Ground
New $92M affordable housing project begins construction on Manning Ave. Plus, road work and retail growth continue across Woodbury.
Apple Valley Sees Busy Development Season as New Businesses Open and Infrastructure Projects Begin
New housing, entertainment venues, and road construction reshape Apple Valley this spring and summer.
Edina Art Fair Returns This Weekend as City Welcomes New Retail, Development Projects
Edina hosts its 59th Art Fair June 5-7 while Southdale welcomes new stores and major infrastructure projects advance.
Grand Rapids Advances Housing, Park Plans, and School Milestones
City secures $350K housing grant, unveils Legion Park concepts, and celebrates school achievements in busy May
Hopkins Schools Name New Superintendent as District Prepares for Leadership Transition
Dr. Michael Thomas selected to lead Hopkins Schools starting July 1 as district marks superintendent transition.
Boston Scientific Expansion, New Retail Arrivals Highlight Maple Grove's Continued Growth
Major medical tech expansions and new stores at Arbor Lakes signal Maple Grove's robust development heading into summer 2026.
St. Cloud Advances Downtown Vision, Supportive Housing as City Prepares for Growth
St. Cloud moves forward on downtown plan, supportive housing complex, and major infrastructure upgrades in spring 2026.
Woodbury Breaks Ground on $60M Public Safety Campus as City Sees Wave of Development
Woodbury celebrates public safety campus groundbreaking while welcoming new retail, housing projects, and community garden expansion.