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In today's newsletter:

  • How investigators say a wrong-way driver sparked gunfire near MOA
  • Why are Bloomington renters hanging onto their leases in 2025?
  • Why Minnesota’s top county commissioners were honored right here in Bloomington

Also on today's calendar: 52 Hike Challenge MN Chapter - End Of Year Celebration! and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Thursday: Cloudy, cold; p.m. snow, 1-2", with a high of 17 and low of 11 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Morning flurries, then breezy, temps: high: 20, low: -11.
  • Saturday: A little snow in the morning, with a high of -2 and low of -15 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Officers involved in exchange of gunfire near Mall of America identified by BCA (kstp.com) — Bloomington police officers involved in a recent exchange of gunfire near the Mall of America have now been publicly identified, and the suspect faces multiple serious charges. Investigators say officers attempted a traffic stop, used a PIT maneuver, and returned fire after shots were allegedly fired from the suspect’s car. All involved officers are on standard critical incident leave during the ongoing review.
   

• Renting Apartments Has Gotten A Lot Harder In The Twin Cities (bisnow.com) — If you’re renting in Bloomington, you’re in one of the Twin Cities’ most competitive suburban markets, with more tenants renewing leases and fewer vacancies than earlier this year. New apartments that opened after the pandemic have quickly filled as renters chase relative affordability, schools, and commutes, pushing the balance of power back toward landlords across the metro.
   

• Roger Imdieke named MN County Commissioner of the Year (willmarradio.com) — Bloomington hosted the Association of Minnesota Counties’ annual meeting this week, bringing county leaders together to set a legislative agenda, elect 2026 officers, and hand out top awards. Kandiyohi County Commissioner Roger Imdieke was honored as one of two Minnesota County Commissioners of the Year, recognizing his service to counties statewide.
   

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Other local events
    Friday December 12
  • JHS Choir Holiday Concert
    Thomas Jefferson High School , 4001 W 102nd St , Minneapolis
    6:30 pm
    • Saturday December 13
  • 52 Hike Challenge MN Chapter - End Of Year Celebration!
    REI , 750 American Blvd W , Bloomington
    1:30 pm
  • Read With an Animal
    Oxboro Library , 8801 Portland Avenue South , Bloomington
    2:00 pm
  • Sam Tripoli
    The Lounge House of Comedy , 408 E Broadway , Bloomington
    7:00 pm
    • Sunday December 14
  • 2025 Holiday Bash
    DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport , 2020 American Blvd E , Bloomington
    12:00 pm
  • Plaid Tidings
    Bloomington Center for the Arts , 1800 W Old Shakopee Rd , Bloomington
    2:00 pm
    • Monday December 15
  • Math Team Meet #4 ~ Nativity of Mary Catholic Church
    Nativity of Mary Catholic Church , 9900 Lyndale Ave S , Bloomington
    4:00 pm

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  • Can anyone assist my 77-year-old husband in putting an auger belt on his snowblower?
    He's struggling to get it on and I'm worried about him shoveling. He already has the part, just needs help with installation. Please reach out if you… (Nextdoor Sunrise Ridge)
  • Looking for someone to shovel off small porch area, deck, and yard area for dogs during heavy snow.
    Not urgent. Just message me if interested. Thanks! (Nextdoor West Bloomington)

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