Construction of the new geo-thermal cell at the St. Louis County landfill is complete and approved for use. To celebrate this first-of-a-kind project in the state, St. Louis County will host a news conference at the landfill to discuss how this technology will work to capture naturally occurring heat that is produced as garbage decomposes, and next steps in the project.

St. Louis County is seeking volunteers to serve on its Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) Advisory Committee. The committee is responsible for making recommendations to both the County Board and the PHHS Department regarding public health and human service needs of St. Louis County communities and residents.

On November 3rd, 2024 around 11:40 A.M., the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office responded to the 5900 Block of Crane Lake Road in Portage Township for the report of a 1 vehicle rollover. The sole occupant, a 55 year old male from Crane Lake, was reported trapped inside the vehicle. 

Jason Meyer has been chosen as the new Director of St. Louis County’s Land & Minerals Department. Meyer has worked for St. Louis County since 1995, beginning as a Forestry Technician Trainee before being promoted to a variety of roles. He most recently served as the department's Deputy Director.

With Veterans Day coming up, the St. Louis County Board and Veterans Service Office are encouraging residents and businesses to shine a green light as a show of support for people who serve or have served in our nation's military. Whether it be a single green light bulb or a string of green lights, people are asked to display them November 4-11, the week leading up to Veterans Day.