News By Category: Community
Golden Valley Fire Department Fights Two-Alarm Fire Oct 28; Three Rescued From Blaze
October 28, 2020
An early morning fire in Golden Valley Wednesday, Oct 28 destroyed two townhomes and partially damaged another. Three people were transported to the hospital. 
Holiday Train Not Coming To Golden Valley This Year
October 28, 2020
Just like many large group gatherings this year, Canadian Pacific (CP) has made the decision to hold a virtual holiday themed concert instead of its typical Holiday Train celebration. At this time, the CP intends to resume the traditional Holiday Train tour in 2021.
Hennepin County Creates Waitlist For Small Business Relief Funding
October 28, 2020
Hennepin County will open an online submission form for businesses who would like to be placed on a waitlist to access Small Business Relief Program funds if they become available. Golden Valley small businesses are encouraged to submit.
Direct Balloting For General Election Begins Today
October 27, 2020
Starting today eligible voters can apply for, vote, and deposit their absentee ballot into a ballot counter when absentee voting in person at City Hall Oct 27–Nov 2. City Hall is open Mon–Fri, 8 am–4:30 pm, and will be open for early voting Sat, Oct 31, 10 am–3 pm, and Mon, Nov 2, 8 am–5 pm.
Outdoor Pub Curling Returns To Brookview Fri, Oct 30
October 27, 2020
The second year of outdoor pub curling at Brookview begins Friday, Oct 30. This year Brookview offers drop-in and league play as well as rentals for events and parties.
Hwy 55/Douglas Dr Intersection Project Funded In Bonding Bill
October 26, 2020
After years of planning and work to align funding, the City of Golden Valley will be able to move forward with improvements to the intersection of Hwy 55 and Douglas Dr after the project was funded in the bonding bill signed by Gov Tim Walz Oct 22, 2020. Construction could start as early as 2022.
Attend The Golden Valley Garden Club Workshops Oct 27
October 26, 2020
The Golden Valley Garden Club’s monthly virtual workshop will be held Oct 27, 6 pm. Registration is required to attend.
Golden Valley To Receive Award From NRPA This Week
October 26, 2020
The City of Golden Valley’s Parks and Recreation Department received the National Recreation and Park Association’s (NRPA) Innovation in Health Award for its at-home recreation program, HomeRECed. The award will be presented at the NRPA Virtual Conference Wed, Oct 28, 6 pm. Residents interested in watching the awards ceremony can stream it on the NRPA Facebook.
DMVs To Close Statewide Nov 11-13 For Software Replacement
October 23, 2020
The Golden Valley Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will be closed Wed, Nov 11-Fri, Nov 13 while Deputy Registrars statewide implement a software system replacement. The DMV will re-open, by appointment only, Mon, Nov 16.
Three Rivers Park District Seeking Public Input In Its Updates Of French Park
October 22, 2020
Three Rivers Park District is developing a revised vision for French Regional Park and is seeking input from neighboring communities before updating the park’s master plan.
