Brooklyn Center, Minnesota is a city of close to 31,000 residents. It’s large size and location near Minneapolis give it a dynamic and powerful community. Within the city, residents are given access to numerous events, amenities, and businesses, all of which add to the community. Some of the most notable include the following. When it… Read more »
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City of Maple Grove: A Brief Overview
Located within Hennepin County, the city of Maple Grove is a city of around 67,000 people. Interstates 94, 494, and 694, along with U.S. Highway 169 are the main routes in the community. They connect with other highways that provide access to all of the major cities and areas in and around Minneapolis. Maple Grove… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Community Life
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is home to around 67,000 residents and is located within the Hennepin County. The city encompasses an area of 35 square miles, which ensures ample space for its large population and prevalent parkland. The community in Maple Grove is centered around the city’s status as an employment, shopping, and… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Parks & Trails
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is home to 49 parks and over 50 miles of trails. With so many outdoor recreational options available for residents, there is no shortage of things to do in Maple Grove. Residents enjoy the wealth of amenities that can be found within the parks and recreation system as well… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: A Brief History
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is located in the north-central part of Hennepin County. At one time, the Federal Government moved Winnebago Indians from Wisconsin to Maple Grove because “no one lived there”. That all changed in 1851 when Louis Gervais and Pierre Bottineau arrived and staked their claims. W.E. Evans, Harvey Abel, Patrick… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Schools & District 279
Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, is an award-winning school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams. Serving all or parts of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Dayton, Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, and Rogers, this district is the fifth largest in the state. It is… Read more »
City of Shakopee: A Brief Overview
Located “South of the River” and on the northern edge of Scott County is Shakopee, Minnesota. Shakopee, with a population of close to 40,000 and a land area of 28 square miles, is the biggest city in the county. This bedroom community was once an isolated area before infrastructure came to the city in the… Read more »
City of Shakopee: Community Life
The city of Shakopee, Minnesota is one of the larger suburbs located south of the river. With a population of close to 40,000 residents, Shakopee is home to a dynamic and active community. Residents enjoy the beautiful setting, engaging events, area attractions, and rich amenities that are found within the city. There are many events… Read more »
City of Shakopee: Parks & Trails
The city of Shakopee, Minnesota places a strong emphasis on the preservation and establishment of parkland. With 920 acres of designated park land housing 33 park facilities, residents of Shakopee have plenty of opportunities to interact with the outdoors. Amenities range from active to passive, but throughout all of the parks there is something for… Read more »
City of Shakopee: A Brief History
The City of Shakopee is so rich in history, that it is difficult to discuss in a brief manner. The city was once nothing more than a small trading post in the middle of nowhere, but now is one of the most populated areas in the south metro. Shakopee has been home to Native Americans… Read more »
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City of Brooklyn Center: Community Life
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota is a city of close to 31,000 residents. It’s large size and location near Minneapolis give it a dynamic and powerful community. Within the city, residents are given access to numerous events, amenities, and businesses, all of which add to the community. Some of the most notable include the following. When it… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: A Brief Overview
Located within Hennepin County, the city of Maple Grove is a city of around 67,000 people. Interstates 94, 494, and 694, along with U.S. Highway 169 are the main routes in the community. They connect with other highways that provide access to all of the major cities and areas in and around Minneapolis. Maple Grove… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Community Life
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is home to around 67,000 residents and is located within the Hennepin County. The city encompasses an area of 35 square miles, which ensures ample space for its large population and prevalent parkland. The community in Maple Grove is centered around the city’s status as an employment, shopping, and… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Parks & Trails
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is home to 49 parks and over 50 miles of trails. With so many outdoor recreational options available for residents, there is no shortage of things to do in Maple Grove. Residents enjoy the wealth of amenities that can be found within the parks and recreation system as well… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: A Brief History
The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is located in the north-central part of Hennepin County. At one time, the Federal Government moved Winnebago Indians from Wisconsin to Maple Grove because “no one lived there”. That all changed in 1851 when Louis Gervais and Pierre Bottineau arrived and staked their claims. W.E. Evans, Harvey Abel, Patrick… Read more »
City of Maple Grove: Schools & District 279
Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, is an award-winning school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams. Serving all or parts of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Dayton, Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, and Rogers, this district is the fifth largest in the state. It is… Read more »
City of Shakopee: A Brief Overview
Located “South of the River” and on the northern edge of Scott County is Shakopee, Minnesota. Shakopee, with a population of close to 40,000 and a land area of 28 square miles, is the biggest city in the county. This bedroom community was once an isolated area before infrastructure came to the city in the… Read more »
City of Shakopee: Community Life
The city of Shakopee, Minnesota is one of the larger suburbs located south of the river. With a population of close to 40,000 residents, Shakopee is home to a dynamic and active community. Residents enjoy the beautiful setting, engaging events, area attractions, and rich amenities that are found within the city. There are many events… Read more »
City of Shakopee: Parks & Trails
The city of Shakopee, Minnesota places a strong emphasis on the preservation and establishment of parkland. With 920 acres of designated park land housing 33 park facilities, residents of Shakopee have plenty of opportunities to interact with the outdoors. Amenities range from active to passive, but throughout all of the parks there is something for… Read more »
City of Shakopee: A Brief History
The City of Shakopee is so rich in history, that it is difficult to discuss in a brief manner. The city was once nothing more than a small trading post in the middle of nowhere, but now is one of the most populated areas in the south metro. Shakopee has been home to Native Americans… Read more »