City of Maple Grove, Two Maple Grove Businesses Receive Wellness Awards from Hennepin County

The Wellness by Design Awards recognizes employers “who make employee health a priority through wellness policies and programs.”

Business, Maple Grove Days, Road Construction: Maple Grove Mayor's Minutes

Maple Grove Mayor Mark Steffenson talks to Dave Kiser of Channel 12 on June 24, 2013 about happenings around the city.

Kurt Zellers Launches Campaign for Minnesota Governor

The former Minnesota House Speaker from Maple Grove made the announcement Sunday.

All Signs Point to Kurt Zellers Run for Governor

The former Minnesota House Speaker from Maple Grove announced a 'Special Announcement' on Sunday.

Press News: Maple Grove City Council OKs Crime Free Rental Housing Ordinance

Council members voted unanimously to approve changes to city code.

Business Recycling Incentive Program, Bicycle Plan: Hennepin County Board Actions

A summary of a few of the actions taken by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners June 11.

Erik Paulsen: 'Concerns' about Government Surveillance, Sees Need for 'Balance'

Minnesota's Third District congressman also introduced charter-school legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Road Construction, Housing, Farmers Market: Maple Grove City Report

Housing, new business and more were also discussed by Al Madsen in the Channel 12 Maple Grove Report June 5.

MN Same-Sex Couples Start Signing Up to Marry

Maple Grove was the second site in Hennepin County to open for marriage applications Thursday.

Southbound Highway 169 Closes Weekend of June 28 From Maple Grove to Golden Valley

Weekend road closures and weeknight lane closures are planned throughout June and July 2013, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Erik Paulsen Readies IRS Scandal Questions for House Ways and Means Hearing

The congressman, who represents Minnesota's Third District, asked constituents what he should ask when victims testify before the committee Tuesday, June 4, 2013.

Give Feedback on First Hennepin County Pedestrian Plan

The county has posted the draft pedestrian plan online and is asking for public feedback May 31 through July 15, 2013.

Northbound Highway 169 Lane Closure Starts May 31

The work is part of the Highway 169/County Road 30 interchange project near Maple Grove.

Stuck at Zero: Maple Grove Won't See Cash from New Local Government Aid (LGA) Formula

The Minnesota Legislature has set the dollar amounts cities can expect to get, and Maple Grove is still coming up empty.

(UPDATED) Limmer on Same-Sex Marriage Bill: 'Is That Minnesota Nice?'

Sen. Warren Limmer, who represents Maple Grove, listed types of organizations and individuals who would not be 'protected' by the gay-marriage bill before the Minnesota Senate.

WATCH: Livestream Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN Senate

The Minnesota Senate takes up bill at noon Central Time on Monday, May 13, 2013. The Minnesota House approved it last week, so Senate approval sends it to conference committee and the governor's desk.

Zellers, Peppin Vote Against Minnesota House Bill Allowing Same-Sex Marriage

The bill passed in the Minnesota House with a 75-59 vote on May 9, 2013.

Replay: Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN House

The Minnesota House of Representatives takes up the bill at noon on Thursday, May 9, 2013.

Osseo Area Schools Students Recognized in Congressional Art Contest

Rep. Erik Paulsen: "Minnesota clearly has some incredible young artistic talent and I want to thank all of the students who participated in this year's competition, as well as their teachers who inspire them every day."

It's Maple Grove's First Earth Day as a 'GreenStep City'

The city voluntarily joined the statewide program in December 2012.

Burning Restrictions Start April 21 in Hennepin County

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: "The burning restrictions mean the state will not issue permits for burning brush or yard waste."

RECIPES: Paulsen's Taco Hotdish Featured in MN Delegation Hotdish Event

Rep. Tim Walz's 'Hermann the Germann Hotdish' won the 2013 Congressional competition.

Snow, Ice Create Slippery Thursday Commute in Maple Grove

The worst weather hit between 8 a.m. and noon Thursday.

Rep. Kurt Zellers Co-Authors Bill to Shrink State's Share of Vikings Stadium Costs

More private funding or making stadium project smaller would allow for state funding drop.

Maple Grove Spring Clean Up Day, Curbside Pick Up Service 2013

The city provides two options for disposing of a variety of items in the spring. To participate, in the curbside pick up, the payment deadline is April 18.

Proposals Leave Local Government Aid from State to Maple Grove at Zero

A bill that would change the way Minnesota calculates LGA won't start money flowing into city coffers.

Highway 169/County Road 30 Interchange Construction Begins April 1

The project in nearby Brooklyn Park could impact Maple Grove travelers.

Maple Grove Plans Community Survey

The last city survey was done in 2008.

I-94 Reconstruction Could Mean Delays for Twin Cities Cabin Commuters

A 2013 resurfacing project on I-94 from Clearwater to St. Cloud could bring potential backup of up to 20 miles or more during peak travel times, according to MnDOT.

Who'll Take on Dayton for Governor?

Two Republicans who represent Maple Grove are among the potential challengers, according to the Star Tribune.

Operating and Tech Levy Requests Could Be Coming in Osseo School District 279

Board members seem inclined to ask again despite defeat last fall, the Sun Post reported.

Parnassus Preparatory School in Maple Grove Receives Permission to Expand

The recent approval by the Maple Grove City Council allow for an approximately 25,000 square foot expansion at Zachary Square.

Paulsen: 'Cyber Warrior' Medals Should Rank Below Medals for Combat

The congressman also addressed a Joint Economic Committee on the United States' debt.

Maple Grove Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

The annual event will take place May 2 and features keynote speaker Pastor Russ Berg of Maple Grove Evangelical Free Church

Peppin Introduces Bill to Complete the Brockton Lane Interchange Project

Rep. Joyce Peppin (R) 34A: “This is among the longest stretches of freeway without an exit in the entire metro area and it is time to get this critical project underway."

Maple Grove Senator Votes Against Same-Sex Marriage Bill

The MN Senate Judiciary Committee sent the same-sex marriage bill to full Senate on 5-3 vote. Sen. Warren Limmer was one of the opposing votes.

2013 Road Construction Projects Move Forward in Maple Grove

The Maple Grove City Council recently approved plans for three street rehabilitation projects.

Maple Grove Receives 2012 Building Department of the Year Award

The award was presented at the March 4, 2013 Maple Grove City Council meeting.

Maple Grove Looks to Buy Property for Future Highway 610 Expansion

The Maple Grove City Council approved a purchase agreement for a property on 105th Avenue North.

New FedEx Building Plans Approved by Maple Grove City Council

Construction could start in summer 2013.