Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. We're starting off with some critical updates on the weather. Extreme Cold Warnings have been issued by the National Weather Service for Southeast Minnesota, leading to widespread school closings and delays. This means many schools in our neighboring areas are closed today, including those in northern Iowa and southeast Minnesota. The temperatures are expected to be particularly harsh, with wind chills ranging from -35 to -45 degrees in western and central Minnesota and -25 to -35 degrees further south and east[1][3].
In Minneapolis, we're not seeing the same level of closures, but it's still crucial to dress warmly and limit your time outdoors. The cold weather is also affecting various events and activities around the city. For those planning to venture out, make sure to check the latest updates on any event you're interested in attending.
Speaking of events, The Great Northern Festival, which took place from January 23 to February 2, was a huge success, showcasing the best of winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul with outdoor activities, live music, art, and dining experiences. If you missed it, there are plenty of other winter events to look forward to, including the upcoming City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival and the Luminary Loppet on Lake of the Isles[2][4].
In local news, there have been no significant updates from City Hall in the past 24 hours. However, we're keeping an eye on developments that could impact daily life in Minneapolis.
On the business front, there are no major openings or closings to report today. However, the Minneapolis Home and Remodeling Show, which took place at U.S. Bank Stadium, offered valuable insights and inspiration for homeowners looking to improve their properties.
In community news, we're looking forward to several events in the coming days. The Minneapolis Convention Center will host the Midwest's largest golf show from February 21 to 23, and the Minnesota State Fairgrounds will welcome the Midwest's biggest and best winter beer festival on February 22.
In sports, the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships on Lake Nokomis were a highlight of the winter season, and we're excited to see what other local sports events are on the horizon.
Unfortunately, we don't have any feel-good community stories to share today, but we're always on the lookout for inspiring tales from around Minneapolis.
In crime news, there have been no significant incidents or public safety alerts in the past 24 hours that we need to bring to your attention.
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.