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Vote before Election Day at three in person locations for the Aug. 13 state primary

In advance of the state primary on Aug. 13, Ramsey County voters can cast a ballot in person at three locations. Voters may visit any location, regardless of their home address.

Posted on
Friday, June 28, 2024 - 8:00 a.m.

Absentee voting available for State Primary

Residents can vote by mail or cast their ballot in person from June 28 to Aug. 12.

Posted on
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 4:50 p.m.

Transforming Systems Together reaches milestone

Transforming Systems Together (TST) work to be fully integrated into Ramsey County service teams this summer.  

Posted on
Monday, June 24, 2024 - 2:48 p.m.

Ramsey County Commissioner Trista Martinson to join Recycling and Energy Center as first Executive Director

Ramsey County congratulates Commissioner Trista Martinson on her new role as the Executive Director of Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E).

Posted on
Thursday, June 20, 2024 - 12:30 p.m.

Four Ramsey County programs earn awards from National Association of Counties

At the June 11 board of commissioners meeting, County Manager Berg announced Ramsey County has received four achievement awards from the National Association of Counties.

Posted on
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 3:03 p.m.

Ramsey County welcomes 26 interns from Right Track program

Posted on
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 1:25 p.m.

Heat Advisory issued for Ramsey County

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

Posted on
Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 11:15 a.m.

Mapping the Twin Cities hottest neighborhoods

The goal of a new project is to understand urban heat islands, which are urban areas where the temperature can be significantly higher due to larger areas of concrete and other surfaces that radiate heat along with less tree canopy and green space to mitigate the heat.

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Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 3:59 p.m.

Dana DeMaster named Director Innovation and Strategy

Dana DeMaster has been named director of the Innovation and Strategy division of the Health and Wellness Service Team after serving as the interim director since June 2023.

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Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 10:12 a.m.

Christina Rost named Veterans Services Director

Christina Rost has been appointed Director of Ramsey County Veterans Services. She has served as interim department director since August 2022, and prior to that, was a veteran services officer with the county starting in 2016.

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Monday, June 10, 2024 - 2:37 p.m.

Bridging communities: Phoebe McGowan joins Ramsey County Parks as Cultural Liaison

Ramsey County Parks and Recreation is proud to announce the appointment of Phoebe McGowan as the department’s new Cultural Liaison. McGowan's role is dedicated to bridging the gap between the county's parks and its Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities, advocating for their values, interests, and needs within the park system.

Posted on
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 - 1:23 p.m.

June is Pride Month in Ramsey County

The board of commissioners declares June 2024 as Pride Month in Ramsey County and encourages everyone to celebrate Pride Month with their loved ones and with all communities in Ramsey County.

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Tuesday, June 4, 2024 - 8:23 a.m.

Join Ramsey County at Pride events this June

Celebrating Pride Month is part of the county's dedication to inclusivity and the well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals, fostering a diverse and resilient community. The county will be at the following events throughout the month.

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Friday, May 31, 2024 - 2:37 p.m.

Efforts underway to mitigate swan deaths at Sucker Lake

Lead sinkers used in fishing have caused the deaths of dozens of swans in the channel on the north side of Sucker Lake in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park. Park staff have attempted various methods to address the issue, but stronger measures are necessary. Feedback from surveys and a community meeting have been critical in understanding how the area is used and what potential solutions might look like.

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Friday, May 31, 2024 - 12:19 p.m.

Soil testing event set for July 10 at Eastside YMCA

Saint Paul — Ramsey County Public Health and the Minnesota Department of Health will hold a soilSHOP (screening, health, outreach and partnership) soil testing event 3-7 p.m. July 10, at Eastside YMCA. The event will offer free lead screening of residents' soil samples, information on how to lower expsure to lead, gardening best practices, and lead and health information.

Posted on
Thursday, May 30, 2024 - 12:23 p.m.

Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares May 30 as Darren Tobolt Day

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares May 30, 2024 as Darren Tobolt Day in Ramsey County.

Posted on
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - 12:14 p.m.

Sophia Thompson receives Social Worker of the Year Award

Sophia Thompson is the recipient of the National Association of Social Workers Minnesota Chapter - Social Worker of the Year Award.

Posted on
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - 12:09 p.m.

New Environmental Service Center coming soon

Ramsey County’s Environmental Service Center (ESC) will open in Spring 2025! This new facility will make it easier for residents to reduce, reuse, repair and recycle.

Posted on
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - 8:12 a.m.

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