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City of Burnsville Published September 25

Last day for golf September 30

Get your last tee times in for 2026! Last day of the 2026 golf season is Wednesday, October 30. Thanks for playing with us this season.

City of Lakeville Published September 24

October 6: Fire Prevention Open House

Bring the family to this fun event!

City of Burnsville Published September 17

You're Invited: Police City Hall Ribbon Cutting and Groundbreaking

We are celebrating the completion of construction Phase One with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for City Hall, followed by a groundbreaking ceremony for the Police Department expansion. After the ceremonies, stay and enjoy family-friendly fun!

City of Apple Valley Published September 16

Big Apple Garage Sale

Shop or sell at the Big Apple Garage Sale on Oct. 3, 9 a.m.–noon at the Splash Valley parking lot! Browse community garage sale finds or register for a selling space for $22. Seller registration closes Sept. 26.

City of Northfield Published September 14

Test drive an EV, help plant trees

The City of Northfield is partnering with the Rotary Club of Northfield and Recharge America for the Recharge Northfield EV Ride & Drive on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Northfield Middle School, 2200 Division Street.

City of Rosemount Published September 08

Give Your Hard-to-Recycle Items a New Home

Clear out the clutter and recycle responsibly! Join us for the very first Recycling Roundup on Saturday, October 3.

City of Burnsville Published September 01

Burnsville Celebrates America 250

America 250 marks the nation’s 250th birthday and the anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence!