Press Releases

The Communications and Technology Department regularly prepares press releases on timely matters and events, which are sent to local newspapers and other media.

Monday, August 29, 2016

City, Edina Magazine Honor Photo Contest Winners

Edina, Minn., Aug. 24, 2016 – The City of Edina and co-sponsor Edina Magazine recognized winners of the 2016 Images of Edina Photo Contest at the Aug. 16 City Council Meeting.

A panel of judges made up of Edina Magazine and City staff chose the......

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Monday, August 29, 2016

Edina Fall into the Arts Festival set for Sept. 10-11

Edina, Minn., Aug. 23, 2016 – The “Edina Fall into the Arts Festival,” held every fall at Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S., will take place Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11.

The art festival is a benefit for the Edina Crime......

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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Division of Public Health Awarded National Accreditation

This press release was released by the City of Bloomington. 

Bloomington Public Health/Public Health Alliance of Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield announced today that it has achieved national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The......

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Friday, August 12, 2016

Edina Police Department Swears In New Officer

Edina, Minn., Aug. 5, 2016 – The Edina Police Department swore in new Police Officer Alex Babcock Thursday, Aug. 4. He was joined by friends and family from across country at the swearing-in ceremony, held in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Babcock......

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Friday, August 12, 2016

City Reminds Residents to be Aware of their Surroundings While Playing Pokemon Go

Edina, Minn., Aug. 10, 2016 – After a young boy was transported to Hennepin County Medical Center after a bicycle accident while playing Pokemon Go Aug. 3, the City reminds residents to stay safe and be aware of their surroundings while playing the popular game.

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Friday, August 12, 2016

Edina Declared a Human Rights City

Edina, Minn., Aug. 11, 2016 – The Edina City Council recently proclaimed Edina as a “Human Rights City.” The self-designation states that residents and local authorities understand that human rights assist in identifying issues and informing the actions in......

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