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Hello again Maple Grove! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️
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Looking for a new role serving Maple Grove directly?
If you’re interested in working for your community, there are several opportunities available in Maple Grove. The city is actively hiring for a wide range of positions, from full-time roles to internships. These openings provide residents with multiple ways to contribute directly to their community. Whether you’re starting your career, looking for a change, or seeking hands-on public service experience, there’s something for everyone.
Why a Maple Grove favorite suddenly closed—and how neighbors responded
A well-known restaurant in Maple Grove, El Rodeo Mexican, temporarily closed after an unexpected visit by ICE created a sense of fear among some workers. This led to significant staffing shortages. However, the community quickly rallied together, offering volunteer sign-ups and thousands in donations to help the restaurant reopen and support its employees during this challenging time.
How Maple Grove’s girls handled a tough Duluth Marshall road test
Maple Grove’s Class 4A No. 3 girls basketball team faced a tough challenge against Duluth Marshall. They managed to secure a win with a score of 74-57, thanks to Mariah Sexton’s impressive performance, who scored 23 points. The game was part of a broader set of results that included strong showings from other local teams like Proctor, Moose Lake/Willow River, and Duluth East.
Today’s riddle:
I just got a watch for my sister. (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Friday:
Snow and flurries at times, with a high of 31 and low of 5 degrees.
⛄️ Brr!
Saturday:
A morning snow shower around, temps: high: 6, low: -2.
Sunday:
Snow and flurries at times, with a high of 22 and low of -9 degrees.
News we’re reading
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Maple Grove, MN Seeks Community-Minded Candidates for Diverse City Job Openings
The city is actively hiring for a wide range of city positions, from full-time roles to internships, giving residents multiple ways to work directly for their community. The city’s official job portal lists openings across many departments, offering options for career starters, career changers, and those seeking hands-on public service experience. -
Twin Cities restaurants close as ICE operations impact workforce; community members step up to keep them open
A Maple Grove favorite, El Rodeo Mexican restaurant, is temporarily closed after an ICE visit left some workers too afraid to return, creating major staffing shortages. Maple Grove-area customers have quickly rallied with volunteer sign-ups and thousands in donations to help the restaurant reopen and support its employees through the disruption. -
Prep report: Marshall girls face Maple Grove test
Maple Grove’s Class 4A No. 3 girls basketball team topped Duluth Marshall 74-57 in Duluth, led by 23 points from Mariah Sexton. The roundup also highlights several other northern Minnesota basketball and hockey results, including strong showings from Proctor, Moose Lake/Willow River, and Duluth East teams. Local prep fans get a quick snapshot of Thursday’s key performances. -
Hundreds of Champlin Park Students Protest ICE in Walkout
Students at Maple Grove High School recently joined a wave of metro-area walkouts protesting ICE’s Operation Metro Surge, echoing a large demonstration at Champlin Park High School. Organizers say they’re standing up for classmates whose families face sudden detentions and fear. District leaders acknowledged students’ free speech rights while stressing attendance and academic expectations during the protests.
Around Maple Grove
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Upcoming Events in Maple Grove
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Featured events
Saturday January 17
50 Fun Things – Make 2026 a Turnaround Year
Fazenda Brazilian Steakhouse, 9691 63rd Ave N, Maple Grove
12:00 pm
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Other local events
Saturday January 17
Drop-in Tech Help
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
1:30 pm
Monday January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
Maple Grove, MN Calendar, 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N, Maple Grove
8:00 am
Tuesday January 20
Family Storytime
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
9:30 am
Fiction Book Club
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
6:00 pm
City Council meeting
Maple Grove, MN Calendar, 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N, Maple Grove
7:30 pm
Wednesday January 21
Family Storytime
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
9:30 am
Lake Quality Commission meeting
Maple Grove, MN Calendar, 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N. Mayor’s conference room, Maple Grove
6:30 pm
Maple Grove Shout Outs!
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Events Nearby
Saturday January 17
Drop-in Tech Help
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
1:30 pm
Tuesday January 20
Family Storytime
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
9:30 am
Wednesday January 21
Take-Out Wednesday – Noodles & Company (Plymouth)
Noodles and Company, 3425 Vicksburg Ln N, Plymouth
4:00 pm
Thursday January 22
Baby Storytime
Maple Grove Library, 8001 Main Street, Maple Grove
9:30 am
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Thank you
to the local businesses for making Maple Grove AM possible:
AnnapurnaBlue Heath and Wellness
— (952) 405-0342
You Are The Sun ~ Costa Rica Women’s Retreat ages 35 – 70+
Mindsee.it
— (646) 663-8317
Teach your kids they can achieve the impossible!
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Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Dave & Buster’s posted a job opening for Jan & Clean in Maple Grove. Apply here.
Panda Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1364696-2) in Maple Grove. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Maple Grove here.
Ok Maple Grove!
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— The AM Team
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I wish I could make a trade like that!
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