A statement from Governor Tim Pawlenty      July 1, 2009
Governor Pawlenty statement regarding the Minnesota Supreme Court's decision in the Franken-Coleman election contest

New laws effective July 1, 2009      July 1, 2009
House Public Information Services has made the New Laws Effective July 1, 2009 press release, a listing of selected new laws passed during the 2009 legislative session that take effect July 1, 2009, available on their site.

Invest in memories and discover free fishing beginning July 1 at many Minnesota state parks      June 30, 2009
The new program is the latest lure in the Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) tackle box of ideas to sustain the state's storied fishing tradition.

Fishing, hunting law changes effective July 1      June 30, 2009
Hunters and anglers should be aware of a number of law changes that will take effect July 1 (as opposed to the usual Aug. 1 date) as a result of legislation passed this year.

Minnesota Zoo becomes smoke-free facility      June 29, 2009
Citing health concerns and the need for a cleaner environment, the Zoo will join nearly 2/3 of all zoos and aquariums accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) that are either entirely smoke-free or have designated smoking areas.

Metro Transit holiday transit advisory      June 29, 2009
Metro Transit buses and trains will follow Sunday/Holiday schedules on Saturday, July 4. Due to decreased customer demand, most Metro Transit routes will follow SATURDAY schedules on Friday, July 3.

Fired up for the 4th? Keep it safe and legal      June 29, 2009
If fireworks fly or explode, they're illegal. If they don't, they're still dangerous.

Metro area bears brunt of housing slump; northwest, west-central Minnesota fare better      June 26, 2009
The housing slump appears to be affecting the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Area more than other parts of Minnesota, according to a new report from the Minnesota State Demographic Center. Both median sales price and the number of sales dropped more within the Twin Cities area than elsewhere in the state between the first three quarters of 2007 and 2008.

General sales and use tax rate increases begin July 1, 2009      June 24, 2009
The Minnesota state general sales and use tax rate increases from 6.5 percent to 6.875 percent - an increase of 3/8ths of one percent - beginning July 1, 2009.

Health officials recommend steps to "beat the heat"      June 25, 2009
State health officials are reminding people that extreme heat can affect your health.

Minnesota Zoo's Butterfly Garden      June 25, 2009
Let your imagination soar as you experience the Minnesota Zoo's Aveda Butterfly Garden.

Fourth of July weekend - take a train ride      June 23, 2009
Families looking for something to do over the Fourth of July weekend will find many options for all ages at Minnesota state parks - from naturalist-led programs to traditional tent camping opportunities.