Headlines – Page 86 – North Metro TV

BLAINE WILL NOT OPEN BEACH IN MAY, PARK AND REC PROGRAMS CANCELLED THROUGH SUMMER

The city says that the beach will remain closed until large gatherings of more than 250 people at non-essential locations, like a beach, are allowed.

LEXINGTON FAMILY PROVIDES SUPPORT THROUGH FOOD PANTRY IN ITS YARD

Family supplies community with food and personal items by placing them in a homemade food pantry in the front yard.

SBM FIREFIGHTERS INNOVATE CLEANING DEVICES USING OLD EQUIPMENT TO KEEP EVERYONE SAFER

Cleaning device made from outdated aspirator can clean a variety of surfaces in an efficient manner.

SPREADING GRADUATION HOPE ON FACEBOOK

Parents can post pictures of their graduating students and share a little bit about what makes them special. Other members of the group can volunteer to adopt that senior. That can mean sending cards, snacks, flowers, or finding other ways to encourage the senior.

MORE CHANGES TO SPRING LAKE PARK ROAD

There are already speed warning signs along 81st Avenue near University Avenue. A new ordinance prohibits trucks over 10,000 pounds between University Ave. and Terrace Road.

HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY REOPENS

Anoka County’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility is ready to open, with new rules in place for drop offs.

USA CUP AMONG NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER ACTIVITIES CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19

Anoka County’s largest single annual event meant tens of millions of dollars for the North Metro economy.

ANOKA-HENNEPIN NARCOTICS FORCE FINDS 111 POUNDS OF METH

Following a months-long investigation, law enforcement seized more than $600,000 worth of meth and cocaine.

ANOKA-HENNEPIN COMMUNITY EDUCATION STUDENTS ENJOY YOGA VIRTUALLY

Pandemic and shutdown mean many classes look a bit different but are still happening.

ELECTION ADMINSTRATORS CONSIDER COVID FACTORS

Filing for office opens on May 19. In a normal year, candidates visit their city clerk, county elections office or secretary of state’s office to fill out and turn in their forms. This year, with recent changes to laws, there will be other options.