Come and see how Anoka County is responding to the opioid epidemic at a free event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 at Spring Lake Park High School, 1100 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park. This event aims to raise awareness about overdose prevention and provide support for individuals and families who are or may be affected by substance misuse. Hosted by the Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative (ACOSI), the day will be filled with insightful education, discussions, and
Citizen's Academy is designed to help strengthen the partnership between public safety professionals and the community by sharing information and promoting a better understanding of public safety services. Applications are now being accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.Fall 2025 SessionTuesday eveningsSeptember 30 - October 286:00 - 9:00 p.m.For adults 21 years or older Topics include: Use of force, investigative functions, firearms and range shooting, ride-along, patrol functions,
Elk River, MN – Living Waters Church in Elk River has opened an expanded restroom featuring a public universal changing table for both children and adults with disabilities—the closest facility of its kind is 38 miles away. According to the Changing Spaces Campaign, fewer than 20% of public buildings in the U.S. offer adult-sized changing tables. The restroom is open to the public Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and during Sunday services. Church leaders say the project aims to raise awareness of a