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Safe Space opens as a year-round emergency shelter on Nov. 12
With growing tent encampments and more people living homeless in all seasons, Ramsey County will reopen the Safe Space as a year-round emergency shelter Tuesday, Nov. 12, on the lower level of the Government Center East building.
Business Journal recognizes Lee Mehrkens as CFO of the Year
Mehrkens was honored with peer Twin Cities Chief Financial Officers at a ceremony on Nov. 7.
2019 general election results
Results will be available on the Minnesota Secretary of State's website.
Had your flu shot yet?
It’s not too late. And there are good reasons why you should still get a flu shot from one of the many places where the vaccine is now available.
County offering services at Dorothy Day Place
Staff from six county departments are now onsite providing assistance at the Saint Paul Opportunity Center that has opened at the Catholic Charities facility.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5
Get information on finding your polling place, registering on Election Day and election results.
Golf courses have closed for 2019 season
All Ramsey County golf courses have closed for the 2019 season.
Ice Castles returning to Minnesota this winter with new location
A popular winter attraction will return to Minnesota this season with a new location at Long Lake Regional Park in the suburb of New Brighton.
Winter Hazard Awareness Week is Nov. 4-8
Prepare for winter by reviewing daily safety tips and checking your emergency kits and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Early voting available Oct. 29 - Nov. 4
Eight convenient early voting locations will open across the county so residents can vote prior to Election Day.
Health and employment resources available for Water Gremlin employees
Ramsey County continues to offer services to Water Gremlin employees impacted by lead dust at the company's White Bear Township location.
Absentee voting turnout available
View the number of absentee ballots accepted to date by precinct.
Tamarack Nature Center closing early Oct. 26 for Trick-or-Treat event
Tamarack Nature Center will be closing at noon on Saturday, Oct. 26 in preparation for its Trick-or-Treat event. The Nature Center building, Discovery Hollow, garden and trails will all be closed. The nature center will open to event ticket holders starting at 3 p.m. Regular hours for the general public will resume on Sunday, Oct. 27.
October proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Ramsey County.
I am Community: Citizens Advisory Council celebrates work at annual meeting
Seventy-eight community members and stakeholders attended this year’s Citizens Advisory Council (CAC) annual meeting on Sept. 23. The theme of this year’s meeting was “I am Community!” to showcase how members of the CAC and its committees/councils represent residents of Ramsey County.
Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is Oct. 20 - 26
The risks of lead exposure are most dangerous for children under 6 and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Share your vision for Ramsey County at community workshops this November
Participate in small group discussions to select the next set of indicators that will guide county programs and budgets for the next 10 years.
Free MEA break events with Ramsey County Parks & Recreation
Spend MEA break with Ramsey County Parks & Recreation and take part in fun, engaging and free activities for kids and teens.
Free MEA break events at Ramsey County Library
Enjoy fun, engaging activities for kids and teens.
Winter programs at Tamarack Nature Center
Winter program registration is now available at Tamarack Nature Center