Newsbriefs - South-West Review

The Minnesota State Fair invites all to join in the tradition of competition by putting their best to “Minnesota’s Blue Ribbon Test” at the 2019 Great Minnesota Get-Together.

The Minnesota Humanities Center is now accepting submissions for its 2019 Veterans’ Voices Award through July 21.

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity recently created a mortgage program, which targets those who want to buy an existing house, but don’t earn enough to qualify for a mortgage from a traditional lender.

Cities thrive when people can live in safe, stable, affordable homes in healthy neighborhoods connected to opportunities without fear of being displaced. That’s why Minneapolis and St.

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter is inviting community members to serve on St. Paul committees, boards, and commissions. St. Paul has 31 committees, boards and commissions focused on policy and programs that shape the city.

Mayor Melvin Carter recently announced the “2020 Our City, Our Budget” community engagement process to shape next year’s city budget. A series of seven events across St.

Do you know a high school junior who is making a difference in the Greater Twin Cities area through volunteering?

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking foster parents for children and youth in need. If you have a special heart for children, consider becoming a foster parent.

Heating systems throughout the state are still in use, and that means the energy costs to stay warm and safe continue. For Minnesotans struggling to pay their heating bills, help is available from the state’s Energy Assistance Program.

Dakota County will participate in a warrant resolution event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1 at Washington Technology Magnet School, 1495 Rice St., St.