Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, December 22, 2024.We're starting off with some festive news. The holiday season is in full swing, and there are plenty of events happening around the city to get you in the mood. Holidazzle is wrapping up its final day today in downtown Minneapolis, featuring live entertainment, holiday shopping, roller skating, and visits with Santa. If you're looking for more holiday cheer, the Minneapolis Christkindl Market is also open today at North Loop Green, offering a taste of European-style festivities with local vendors and traditional food[1][3].In job market news, the latest reports indicate a steady but cautious growth in employment across the Twin Cities. The unemployment rate in St. Paul remained at 4.2% in January, showing a slight improvement from December 2023. Minneapolis continues to see a strong labor market trend, though detailed reports are pending due to the typical lag in data collection. Key sectors such as healthcare and technology are showing positive trends, offering encouraging signs for the year ahead[2][4].Moving on to real estate, the market has seen steady progress despite some regional uncertainty. Residential real estate and commercial construction are among the sectors that have noted growth. However, consumer spending and commercial real estate activity have been flat, indicating a mixed picture[4].From city hall, there are no major updates that directly impact daily life, but residents are advised to stay informed about local developments and zoning changes.Weather-wise, we're expecting a cooler day ahead of what's predicted to be the snowiest day of the season. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Joseph Dames advises residents to prepare for plowable snow across the state. Conditions will be mostly cloudy and cool before snow moves in late tonight into tomorrow[5].In new business activity, Today's Harvest in Maplewood is making headlines with its unique no-cost grocery store model. Meanwhile, local artisans like Anna Bailey are gaining recognition for their handcrafted wood art pieces[5].Looking ahead to community events, the Gingerbread Wonderland at Norway House and Winter Lights at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum are must-visit attractions that run through early January 2025[3].In local school achievements, there's been a focus on community engagement and holiday spirit, though specific details are not available at this time.For a feel-good community story, a dozen single mothers received the keys to free cars, a heartwarming gesture that embodies the spirit of giving this holiday season[5].In today's crime report, there have been no significant incidents in the past 24 hours, but residents are always encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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