Newsbriefs - South-West Review

Deer affect vegetation. But how much? The University of Minnesota Extension asks that question in a new research project, for which volunteer help is needed.

North East Seniors for Better Living is expanding their free Home Maintenance Program due to a grant from the Catholic Community Foundation. The Home Maintenance Program offers free small home repairs to seniors living in North East St.

Kids can enjoy a fun-filled summer with activities and prizes offered through Dakota County Library’s Summer Discovery program. Participants will read, write, draw and play, all while building or improving their reading and learning skills. 

If your home needs repairs that you can’t afford to fix, the Dakota County Community Development Agency may be able to help. The CDA’s Home Improvement Load is an interest free loan program for low and moderate income homeowners in Dakota County.

Experiencing the loss of a family member or close friend is difficult for anyone to endure, especially a child. 

The City of Inver Grove Heights Parks and Recreation Department will be opening the city’s first off-leash dog park, located at the city’s new Heritage Village Park, 4321 65th Street, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking foster parents for children and youth in need. If you have a special heart for children, consider becoming a foster parent.

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity recently created a mortgage program, which targets those who want to buy an existing house, but don’t earn enough to qualify for a mortgage from a traditional lender.

Do you know a high school junior who is making a difference in the Greater Twin Cities area through volunteering? Could that student benefit from a $2,500 post-secondary education scholarship?

The Minnesota Humanities Center is now accepting submissions for its 2019 Veterans’ Voices Award through July 21.