Hennepin County Library: Minnesota Children's Book Awards

From March 1-March 26, kids in Pre-K to grade 8 can vote online for their favorite nominated title.

Hennepin County Library: Minnesota Musicians: Be Heard!

MNspin currently offers more than 430 albums covering a wide range of musical genres.

Ice-Skating Season Ends In Edina Parks With Warmer Weather Coming

Almost 55,000 people skated at Edina parks since mid-December, officials said, thanking those who used the city’s rinks.

Edina Star Wins Ms. Hockey Award To Cap Exceptional HS Career

Vivian Jungels won two state titles and set several school records during her time as a defenseman for Edina High School.

Perkins Closes After Almost 50 Years In Edina: Report

Perkins Restaurant in Edina closed its doors Tuesday, after celebrating one last National Pancake Day, according to a report.

Edina Target Store Employees Could Make Up To $24 Per Hour

The Minneapolis-based retail giant said it will invest $300 million more in pay and benefit enhancements for its workers.

State-Title Repeat Bid Ends Early For Edina Girls Hockey Team

Edina High School was among the favorites to win the Class AA state championship after scooping the title in 2021.

Hennepin County Library: Osseo And St. Bonifacius Libraries Will Reopen On March 15

Both libraries will operate a 3-day schedule with open hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

11 Edina Schools On Weekly COVID-19 Outbreak List

Ten of the 11 Edina schools on the outbreak list are in the Edina Public Schools system, which lifted its universal mask mandate Wednesday.

Minnesota's DFL Senate Leader Not Seeking Re-Election

New maps released last week put Edina-area Sen. Melisa López Franzen into the same district as longtime Sen. Ron Latz, of St. Louis Park.

Edina Senior Wins Individual Alpine Skiing State Championship

Edina High School finished second, losing out on the boys alpine skiing team championship to Minnetonka.

Storm Drops 4 Inches of Snow On Edina; More Coming Thursday

There is a 90 percent chance of snow Thursday in Edina, with several inches possible, according to the National Weather Service.

Mask Mandate Ends At Edina Public Schools

Superintendent Stacie Stanley acknowledged last week that lifting the mask mandate will force some students to return to remote learning.

Edina Girls Hockey Team To Play In State Quarterfinal Thursday

The Edina girls hockey team won the state title in 2021 and has the best player in the Twin Cities metro, according to the Star Tribune.

1 Edina School Added To Weekly COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 103 Hennepin County schools on Thursday’s list, four fewer than last week.

88% Of Edina Public Schools Staff Got COVID-19 Vaccines: District

Edina Public Schools is one of just two districts in Minnesota that have a vaccine-or-test requirement for staff members, an official said.

Hennepin County Library: Fashion Exhibit At Cargill Gallery

Visit this exhibition at the Cargill Gallery, located on the second floor of Minneapolis Central Library, from February 8 to March 25, 2022.

New MN Congressional Maps Released: Minor Changes In Edina

Those who live in the southern half of Edina’s Concord neighborhood appear to be the only city residents affected by the new maps.

Arctic Cold Returns To Edina Ahead Of Messy Friday

Edina could see snow and freezing drizzle Friday, with wind gusts as high as 40 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

Mask Mandate To Be Lifted Next Week At Edina Public Schools

Despite lifting the mandate, district officials are “strongly” recommending students and staff continue to wear masks.

Sorbet From Edina Ice Cream Shop Gets High Praise

Sweet Science Ice Cream’s dragon fruit lemonade sorbet recently got a shoutout from a Star Tribune food writer.

Edina Administrator Named To Special Olympics Leadership Team

South View Assistant Principal Tami Jo Cook will serve on the National Education Leaders Network, a think tank for the Special Olympics.

7 Edina Schools Added To Latest COVID-19 Outbreak List

Thursday’s COVID-19 outbreak list included 107 Hennepin County schools, 44 more than last week.

Affordable Senior Housing Project In Edina To Get $661K Grant

The Metropolitan Council is awarding almost $14 million in grants to projects that aim to “create a more livable and mobile region.”

Hennepin County Library: Dial-A-Story

Call 612-543-8851 and listen to a recording of staff reading a short story on-demand. The story changes weekly through May 31. The Dial- ...

Edina Gets $182K Grant For Gas-Tax Revenues Lost Amid Pandemic

The Metropolitan Council is distributing $20 million in coronavirus-relief funds to help governments fill gas-tax-revenue funding holes.

3 Edina Schools On MN’s COVID-19 Outbreak List

Sixty-three Hennepin County schools were included on the most recent list of facilities with coronavirus outbreaks, 36 less than last week.

Pedestrian Bridge In Edina Closes After Being Hit By Vehicle

“Due to the extent of the damage, it is expected to be closed for an extended period of time,” officials said.

Hennepin County Library: Celebrate The Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year celebrations, based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar, occur on the same date across East Asia. Although occurring on ...

Hospital Capacity In Edina Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Hennepin County.

$200 Gift Cards For Vaccinated MN Kids: Find A Shot In Edina

Minnesota kids ages 5-11 are eligible for $200 gift cards if they receive both doses of the coronavirus vaccine between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28.

Hennepin County Library: Black History Month

Black History Month, or African American History Month, is celebrated nationally each year during February. It is a time to highlight th ...

Burger From Edina Restaurant Earns Mouth-Watering Review

“It's simplicity and sumptuousness on a bun,” the Star Tribune's Joy Summers wrote.

4 Edina Schools Named On Latest COVID-19 Outbreak List

Ninety-nine Hennepin County schools were included on the Minnesota Department of Health's most recent list, seven more than last week.

North Hennepin Community College: Therese Rice, 2022 Excellence In Education Award Recipient

See the latest announcement from North Hennepin Community College.

Free N95 Masks Coming To MN: Where To Get Them In Edina

The federal government is partnering with retail pharmacies in Minnesota to distribute free N95 masks.

Edina Joins Coalition, Declares Climate Emergency

Edina is one of 19 cities across Minnesota that are passing a climate-emergency resolution to spur action at the state level.

Red Cross Offers Amazon Gift Card For Blood Donations: Upcoming Drives Near Edina

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up nearby.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Edina Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Hennepin County and across MN.

Vaccine Clinic To Pop Up Friday At Braemar Golf Course In Edina

Free COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots will be available to anyone over the age of 12, according to Edina officials.