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Nominations to be Collected for Human Rights Award

Edina, Minn., Sept. 15, 2022 – The City of Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission (HRRC) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Tom Oye Human Rights Award, recognizing individuals or groups in the community whose good work promote...

Free Buckthorn Dump in October for Edina Residents

Edina, Minn., Sept. 20, 2023 – Edina residents can properly dispose of their buckthorn shrubs for free during the semi-annual buckthorn dump the last two weekends in October.

Residents can drop off buckthorn brush in the lot across from Braemar G...

Normandale Elementary School Threats

Around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, the Edina Police Department received information about two threats made via voicemail to Normandale Elementary School, 5701 Normandale Road. The Edina Police Department, in partnership with the Bloomington Police Depa...

Bennerotte to Lead National Professional Association

The following press release was issued by the City-County Communications & Marketing Association:

Orlando, Florida, Sept. 8, 2023 – The City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) is pleased to announce the newly elected Boa...

Edina Fire to Conduct Live Fire Training Sept. 18 and 19

Edina, Minn., Sept. 15, 2023 – The Edina Fire Department will conduct a live fire training and testing in partnership with the National Fire Sprinkler Association at 4401 W. 76th St. Monday, Sept. 18 and Tuesday, Sept. 19. A portion of ...

Arrest Made in Edina High School Threat Incident

Edina, Minn., Sept. 15, 2023 — Around 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 15, a 17-year-old boy was arrested in Minneapolis in connection to a threat made at Edina High School Thursday, Sept. 14. The juvenile was brought to the Hennepin C...

Recreational Water Advisory Continued: Lake Cornelia

Update as of Sept. 11, 2023

WARNING - The public should avoid contact with the water in Lake Cornelia. The water contains blue-green algae at levels that may cause short-term and long-term harm including skin irritation, gastrointestinal problems, and/or l...

City of Edina Participates in ‘Welcoming Week’

Edina, Minn., Sept. 11, 2023 – Sept. 8-17 is “Welcoming Week” in Edina.

Welcoming Week is an annual campaign that celebrates the work in communities to become welcoming places for all, including immigrants. Launched in 2012 by...

Walk With the Mayor to Be Held Sept. 23

Edina, Minn., Sept. 8, 2023 – Walk with the Mayor will be held 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at Braemar Arena, 7501 Ikola Way. Community members are welcome to walk alongside Mayor Jim Hovland and hear about this fall’s refere...

Police Department to Host Open House Sept. 20

Edina, Minn., Sept. 1, 2023 – Residents of all ages are invited to the Edina Police Department’s Open House 4:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, at Edina City Hall, 4801 W. 50th St. 

The event is free to attend. Visitors will ha...

Nine Selected for the Multicultural Advisory Committee

Edina, Minn., Sept. 1, 2023 – Nine people have been chosen to serve on the Edina Police Department’s Joint Community Police Partnership Multicultural Advisory Committee (MAC). 

“This is a very exciting time for us as we embark on this new...

Mortgage Program Increases Purchase, Income and Loan Limits

Edina, Minn., Aug. 30, 2023 – The Come Home 2 Edina program that provides homebuying downpayment assistance has made changes to help more families buy an Edina home.

Participants in the second-mortgage program can now purchase a home wit...

Bring Your Pup to Free Dog Days of September ‘Pawty’

Edina, Minn., Aug. 30, 2023 – Drop by the Dog Days of September ‘Pawty’ with fun for dogs and the families that love them 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14.

People and their well-behaved pooches can stroll by the numerous dog-rel...

Four Police Officers Promoted to Sergeants

Edina, Minn., Aug. 25, 2023 – Police Officers Darren Davis, Emily Jepson, Mike Sussman and Jesse Penman were promoted to Sergeants and have started their new positions. 

“All four of our new sergeants bring unique experiences t...

City of Edina to Recruit New Assistant City Manager

Edina, Minn., Aug. 22, 2023 – Recruitment for a new Assistant City Manager in Edina will begin next month.

Assistant City Manager Lisa Schaefer recently announced her resignation to accept the position of Human Resources Director with the League ...

‘Town Talks’ Continue With Discussion on Referendum, Braemar Arena Expansion

Edina, Minn., Aug. 17, 2023 – Parks & Recreation Director Perry Vetter will continue the City of Edina’s “Town Talks” with a discussion about this fall’s referendum to fund an expansion of Braemar Arena. The event will be held online 7 to 8 p.m. Monda...

Fall Into the Arts Returns Sept. 9-10

Edina, Minn., Aug. 18, 2023 – The Edina Fall Into the Arts Festival is returning Sept. 9 and 10 to Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S., and the adjacent parking lot at 7601 France Ave. S. 

Admission to the festival is free. Hours ...

Learn About Braemar Park Improvements at Sept. 6 Open House

Edina, Minn., Aug. 18, 2023 – Learn about the upcoming improvements to Braemar Park and give your feedback on new trails at an open house 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6.

Braemar Park, at 500 acres, is the largest recreational space in Edina and is h...

Edina Explorers Post Receives Two Awards at National Police Explorer Conference

Edina, Minn., Aug. 18, 2023 – Edina/Eden Prairie Police Explorers Post 925 received two awards at the National Police Explorer Conference in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

The National Police Explorer Conference is a career-oriented event that allows you...

City Recognizes Brookview Heights Neighborhood

Edina, Minn., Aug. 13, 2023 – The Brookview Heights Neighborhood recently completed the process to become a City of Edina-recognized neighborhood association. The City now has a total of 13 recognized neighborhoods, including the Arden Park, Cho...

Missing Person Alert Canceled

Aug. 11 Update at 8 p.m. – The missing person alert from earlier has been canceled. Dominique Curry has been found. All photos of him will be removed. Thank you!

Edina, Minn., Aug. 11, 2023 – The Edina Police Department is aski...

‘Art Together’ Receives Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Award of Excellence

Edina, Minn., Aug. 10, 2023 – The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) recently presented the Edina Parks & Recreation Department with an Award of Excellence in the “Programming and Events” category for the &a...

Drought Enters ‘Warning’ Phase; Edina Residents Must Follow Watering Restrictions

Edina, Minn., Aug. 11, 2023 – The Mississippi Headwaters watershed, which includes much of Edina, has entered the Drought Warning Phase as defined by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Statewide Drought Plan. In response, the City is asking res...

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Returns Aug. 16

Edina, Minn., Aug. 10, 2023 – Join the City of Edina’s Police and Fire departments to help save lives as the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive returns.

The competition for units of blood, which pits the City’s public safety dep...

New Activities Directory Coming to Edina Mailboxes

Edina, Minn., Aug. 4, 2023 – The Activities Directory for fall classes, events and programs offered by Edina Parks & Recreation will arrive in Edina mailboxes in mid-August.

Fall registration will open noon Aug. 23 for Edina residents and noo...

South Parking Ramp at 50th & France Reopens for Public Use

Edina, Minn., Aug. 4, 2023 – The South Parking Ramp at 50th & France, 4050 W. 51st St., reopened Friday, Aug. 4, after having been temporarily closed for maintenance and repairs.

The four-level ramp, originally constructed in 1968, was tempora...

Lighthouse Night and Torchlight Concert Set for Aug. 13

Edina, Minn., July 28, 2023 – The annual Lighthouse Night featuring throwback entertainment from the early 1900s begins at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, at Centennial Lakes Park.

Visitors to the park, 7499 France Ave. S., will be entertaine...

Back To School Clothing Swap Set for Aug. 19

Edina, Minn., July 26, 2023 – Kids clothes, shoppers and volunteers are sought for the inaugural Back to School Clothing Swap Saturday, Aug. 19.

Clean and reusable clothes for children in kindergarten through 12^th grade will be exchanged at the swap, which...

Fire Department to Host Open House Aug. 24

Edina, Minn., July 28, 2023 – Residents of all ages are invited to the Edina Fire Department’s Open House 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, at Fire Station No. 1, 6250 Tracy Ave. 

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet with Spark...

Governor Appoints Edina Water Resources Manager to Minnesota’s Clean Water Council

Edina, Minn., July 28, 2023 – The City of Edina’s Water Resources Manager, Jessica Wilson, was recently appointed to the State of Minnesota’s Clean Water Council by Gov. Tim Walz. The 28-member council, supported by the Minne...

Edina City Manager Named to League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors

Edina, Minn., July 28, 2023 – Edina City Manager Scott Neal was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the League of Minnesota Cities. 

The League of Minnesota Cities is a membership association dedicated to helping cities througho...

City Recognizes Seven More ‘Green Businesses’

Edina, Minn., July 28, 2023 – Seven more businesses were recently recognized as “Green Businesses” by the City of Edina’s Energy & Environment Commission (EEC). 

The EEC recognizes busi...

Registration Underway for Edina Police Department’s Citizens’ Academy

Edina, Minn., July 21, 2023 – Find out what working in law enforcement is really like through the Edina Police Department’s Citizens’ Academy. 

The program starts Aug. 24 and runs for 13 weeks through Nov. 16. Adults ...

City of Edina Approves Sales Tax Referendum to Invest $25.3 Million to Expand Braemar Arena

Edina, Minn., July 20, 2023 – On Tuesday, July 18, the Edina City Council approved a referendum for this November’s election that will ask Edina voters to decide whether to use collections from the City’s half-percent sales t...

Learn About Edina Senior Center Offerings at July 27 Open House

Edina, Minn., July 17, 2023 – The Edina Senior Center will host an open house Thursday, July 27, for people to learn about all the classes, events, games, programs and trips offered there.

The free drop-in open house will be 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at ...

"Town Talks" Continue with Discussion on Police Operations

Edina, Minn., July 17, 2023 – Police Chief Todd Milburn will continue the City of Edina’s “Town Talks” with a discussion about local police operations. The event will be held online 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, July...

Recreational Water Advisory Upgraded: Lake Cornelia

Edina, Minn., July 13, 2023 – WARNING - The public should avoid contact with the water in Lake Cornelia. The water contains blue-green algae at levels that may cause short-term and long-term harm including skin irritation, gastrointesti...

Watch Pro Hockey Players This Summer at Braemar Arena

Edina, Minn., July 7, 2023 – Da Beauty League, featuring professional hockey players competing for the love of the game, returns to Braemar Arena this summer.

Players from the National Hockey League, University of Minnesota and some Edina homegro...

Donations Sought for Edina School Supply Drive

Edina, Minn., July 6, 2023 – Donations of new or gently used school supplies are being collected by the City in July to give to Edina students.

Back-to-school preparation is stressful for teachers and parents in the community. This program is des...

City of Edina’s Longstanding Triple-A Bond Rating Reaffirmed Ahead of Recent Bond Sale

Edina, Minn., July 7, 2023 – The City of Edina recently had its longstanding triple-A bond ratings reaffirmed by independent bond-rating agencies Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings ahead of a June 20 sale of General Obligation B...

Parade, Fireworks Highlight Independence Day Activities

Edina, Minn., June 28, 2023 – Celebrate America’s Independence Day with the annual Edina Fourth of July Parade in the morning and an evening patriotic concert with fireworks.

The Edina Community Foundation, in partnership with the City of Edina, is hosting...

Four Free Kids Events Mark National Park & Recreation Month

Edina, Minn., June 22, 2023 – The Edina Parks & Recreation Department will host four free drop-in events for kids in July to celebrate National Park & Recreation Month.

This year’s theme is “Where Community Grows,&...

City Seeks Applications for Human Services Funding

Edina, Minn., June 21, 2023 – The City of Edina’s Human Services Task Force seeks proposals for 2024-2025 human services funding. This funding is open to human services agencies and organizations addressing an immediate basic human nee...

Register for Night to Unite by July 19

Edina, Minn., June 29, 2023 – The Edina Police and Fire Departments will be out in the community for “Night to Unite” Tuesday, Aug. 1. Neighborhoods across the city have the opportunity to meet and greet the City’s ...