About Town Annual Report

About Town is an annual report produced by the City of Edina. It highlights events and accomplishments of the previous year and outlines some key issues of the upcoming year.

Read the About Town Annual Report:

Previous Issues

About Town started in 1990 as a magazine to keep Edina residents informed of news, activities and programs that were important to them. It also included articles of interest about Edina residents and community history. 

Issues from 2001 to 2020 are available online in English. (Translations in Somali and Spanish begin with the 2021 annual report released in January 2022.)

  1. Free Summer Concerts, Movies, Kid Events at Centennial Lakes Park

    Families will find a summer full of free entertainment with concerts three nights a week, twice-a-week daytime children’s performers and Friday outdoor movies at Centennial Lakes Park. Read on...

  2. St. Peter’s Church Wins Heritage Award

    The first church in Minnesota designed by internationally renowned architect Ralph Rapson, St. Peter’s Church, has been recognized with the 2023 Edina Heritage Award Read on...

  3. South Metro Public Safety Training Facility’s Biggest SWAT Class Completes Training

    During the week of May 1, the South Metro Public Safety Training Facility held a Basic SWAT School training for its biggest class with 21 students from various public safety agencies in the metro, including five students from Edina. Read on...

  4. Edina’s First Reuse-Themed Formal Dance, Thrifterella’s Ball, Open for Registrations

    The Edina Public Health Division will host its first reuse-themed formal dance, Thrifterella’s Ball, 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 23. Read on...

  5. Four Edina Officers Recognized at MADD Statewide Award Ceremony

    Four Edina Police Officers were recognized at the annual MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Statewide Recognition Award Program May 4. Read on...

  6. Walk With the Mayor to Be Held May 20

    This month’s Walk with the Mayor will take place 9-10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S. It will begin at Hughes Pavilion. Read on...

  7. Edina Police Ask for Help in Identifying Suspects

    The Edina Police Department seeks the public’s help in identifying four suspects involved in a shooting at Southdale Center April 5. Read on...

  8. City to Host Neighborhood Connections Meeting May 21

    Community Engagement Manager MJ Lamon will host a Neighborhood Connections meeting 2 p.m. Sunday, May 21, at Rosland Park. The meeting is for anyone who is a leader in their neighborhood or interested in forming a neighborhood association. Read on...

  9. Explorers Take Home 12 Awards at Annual Conference

    The Edina/Eden Prairie Police Explorers Post 925 recently competed against more than 270 Explorers from 40 other departments in the 48th-annual Explorer Conference in Rochester, Minnesota, bringing home 12 awards. Read on...

  10. Jesse Penman Recognized as Mike Siitari Officer of the Year

    Edina Patrol Officer Jesse Penman has been named the 2022 Mike Siitari Officer of the Year, an award given by the Edina Crime Prevention Fund. Penman was honored with the award at the May 2 Edina City Council meeting. Read on...

  11. Spring Hydrant Flushing Begins May 1

    Water is safe to drink despite appearing rust-colored during flushing, but it potentially could stain laundry so run the tap until the water is clear. Read on...

  12. Student Positions Open for City of Edina Commissions

    Edina students entering grades 10-12 in the fall are encouraged to apply for one of the eight commissions that advise the City Council on issues including arts, the environment, parks and transportation. Read on...

  13. Update on April 26 Attempted Carjacking near 70th Street/Antrim Road

    Five teenage boys arrested yesterday after an attempted robbery in Edina have been referred to the Juvenile Prosecution Division of the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office for charging consideration. Read on...

  14. Attempted Carjacking near 70th Street/Antrim Road

    At 9:59 a.m. Wednesday, April 26, the Edina Police Department received a report of an attempted carjacking near the intersection of 70th Street and Antrim Road. Read on...

  15. Free Buckthorn Dump May 20 and 21 for Edina Residents

    Edina residents can properly dispose of their buckthorn shrubs for free during the semi-annual buckthorn dump May 20 and 21. Read on...

  16. No Mow May Participants Invited to Join Edina’s Pollinator Webinar Series

    Residents participating in No Mow May can further expand their knowledge on how to protect pollinators by attending any of Edina’s Pollinator Workshops during the month of May. Read on...

  17. Edina Fire Promotes New Fire Captain

    Josh Link has been promoted to Captain of the Edina Fire Department. Read on...

  18. City Seeks Input on Possible Carryout Bag Ordinance

    The City of Edina seeks input to help shape a local ordinance on carryout bags. Read on...

  19. CATGUARD Labels Available at Edina Police Department

    Labels are available to any resident who owns a vehicle in the top 15 vehicles targeted for catalytic converter thefts. Read on...

  20. Braemar Golf Clock Unveiling and $10,000 Putting Contest April 28

    The four-sided post clock, donated by Pacy Erck, will be a centerpiece of Braemar Golf Course. Read on...

  21. Climb Aboard Police Cars, Fire Trucks at Vehicle Day May 6

    This popular, free event is 10 a.m. to noon rain or shine in the Southdale Center southeast parking lot. Read on...

  22. ‘Never Again:’ Edina to Honor Victims of the Holocaust with Days of Remembrance Program

    Attend the event at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7, at City Hall or watch it streamed live on Edina TV, Facebook or the City's website. Read on...

  23. Energy & Environment Commission Encourages Businesses to Apply for ‘Green Business’ Recognition

    Applications are accepted until June 17 to recognize businesses that model green and sustainable actions. Read on...

  24. Edina Police Officer Jason Behr Promoted to Sergeant

    Jason Behr was recently promoted to a Sergeant of the Edina Police Department. Read on...

  25. Walk With the Mayor to be Held April 15

    Walk With the Mayor will take place this weekend to allow community members to share concerns, opinions and thoughts about City topics with Mayor Jim Hovland while getting a little bit of exercise. Read on...

  26. Win Minnesota Twins Tickets in Step To It Challenge

    Registration is open for the free Step To It Challenge that turns your activities into fitness points and qualifies you to win prizes, including tickets to a Minnesota Twins game. Read on...

  27. Metro Cities Team Up to 'Electrify Everything MN'

    To connect all residents with the information and resources they need to take steps to lower their home energy use and move to clean and renewable energy sources, several cities have launched an “Electrify Everything MN” awareness and education campaign. Read on...

  28. Volunteer To Help Plant Trees for Arbor Day

    Edina needs volunteers to help plant 50 trees in Rosland Park this Arbor Day. Read on...

  29. Energy & Environment Commission Seeks Volunteers for Carryout Bag Awareness & Outreach Working Group

    The City of Edina’s Energy & Environment Commission is looking for residents to assist staff with implementation of an awareness and outreach plan to inform residents and businesses of a proposed merchant fee requirement on carryout bags. Read on...

  30. Apply to Serve on the Multicultural Advisory Committee

    Applications are open for people who are interested in serving on the Edina Joint Community Police Partnership’s Multicultural Advisory Committee (MAC). Read on...

  31. City Seeks Nominations for Annual Mayor’s Commendations

    The City of Edina seeks nominations for the annual Mayor’s Commendations, given to those who have volunteered their time and effort to make significant contributions to the community. Read on...

  32. Edina Police Department Recognizes Safe Swap Spot

    The Edina Police Department has formally declared its lobby at 4801 W. 50th St. a “Safe Swap Spot” for in-person exchanges such as online purchases, child custody swaps or any exchange where meeting in a public location will improve personal safety. Read on...

  33. Three Paramedic/Firefighters Honored at Badge-Pinning Ceremony

    Nick Eicher, Matt Seveland and Natalie Young were recognized as new Paramedic/Firefighters for the Edina Fire Department at a badge-pinning ceremony Friday, March 17, at Fire Station 1. Read on...

  34. Share Your Ideas on the New Fire Station 2 Online

    Designs for the new Fire Station 2, also sometimes referred to as the Community Health and Safety Center, have been posted online at BetterTogetherEdina.org/Fire-Station-2 for residents to provide feedback on until April 9. Read on...

  35. Tackle Waste at Edina’s 2023 Community Clothing Swap

    Clean out your closet and celebrate Earth Day by participating in the second-annual Community Clothing Swap 4-8 p.m. April 20, at Braemar Arena’s Backyard Rink, 7501 Ikola Way. Read on...

  36. 2023 Quality of Life Survey is Underway

    The City of Edina’s 2023 Quality of Life Survey is underway. Read on...

  37. Businesses and Organizations Invited to Juneteenth Celebration

    Businesses and organizations can apply for a table at the City of Edina’s Juneteenth Community Celebration. Read on...

  38. ‘Town Talks’ Continue With Discussion on Liquor Operations

    Edina Liquor General Manager Josh Furbish will continue the City of Edina’s “Town Talks” with a discussion about municipal liquor operations. The event will be held online 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 22. Read on...

  39. City Encourages Participation in ‘No Mow May’

    To increase the pollinator habitat during a critical seasonal transition, the City will temporarily suspend laws requiring residents to mow in May. Read on...

  40. Walk With the Mayor to be Held March 18

    Walk With the Mayor continues this month to give community members the opportunity to share opinions and thoughts with Mayor Jim Hovland while walking through various locations in Edina. Read on...

  41. Edina Spring Load Restrictions Go into Effect March 10

    Spring load restrictions in Edina go into effect 12:01 a.m. Friday, March 10, the same day the Minnesota Department of Transportation starts spring load restrictions in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Read on...

  42. Share Your Ideas on the New Fire Station 2 at ‘Cocoa and Concepts’

    Join the City of Edina to share your feedback and ideas on the design of the new Fire Station 2 at “Cocoa and Concepts” 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 16, at Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S.. Read on...

  43. Tree Sale for Edina Residents Features 10 Varieties at Half Price

    The City is offering residents a tree for their yard at half its cost to encourage increasing the tree canopy across Edina. Read on...

  44. Nominations Sought for 20th-Annual Edina Heritage Award

    Nominations are open for the 20th-annual Edina Heritage Award, which honors a local business, person or neighborhood for a commitment to preserving, rehabilitating or restoring a historical place in the city. Read on...
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