Early voting begins July 25 for Saint Paul Special Election and White Bear Lake Mayoral Primary

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August 2025

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Early voting begins July 25 for Saint Paul Special Election and White Bear Lake Mayoral Primary

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In-person early voting begins Friday, July 25 for the Saint Paul Ward 4 special election and White Bear Lake mayoral primary. Residents may cast their ballot at the Ramsey County Elections Office, located in the Plato Building (90 W. Plato Blvd. Saint Paul).

Voting Hours

  • July 25 - Aug. 8: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Aug. 9: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Monday, Aug. 11: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

To check if you live in the district, update your registration or view a sample ballot, visit mnvotes.gov.


County programs offer small business development and entrepreneur support

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Ramsey County continues its investment in local small businesses with two opportunities aimed at expanding support and resources for entrepreneurs and business owners.

Re-Imagination Resource Center Grant

The Re-Imagination Resource Center Grant is open to business community organizations that serve small businesses.

The two-year grant will help nonprofit organizations expand their capacity to provide technical assistance, mentorship and training. Additional information can be found at ramseycounty.us/RRCGrant. Applications are due by Aug. 26.

CEO Next Business Institute

The CEO Next Business Institute is also accepting applications from second-stage businesses that are ready to grow. The program offers market research, business strategy consultation and other support to help leaders identify and act on opportunities. Details about the program and how to apply at ramseycounty.us/CEONext.

Both opportunities reflect the county’s commitment to building a more inclusive and supportive local economy by investing in the organizations and individuals driving small business growth.


Upcoming road construction projects

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Several construction projects are scheduled to start soon, including disruption to traffic and pedestrian walkways.

Plan ahead and stay informed by visiting ramseycounty.us/roadwork or signing up for our road construction newsletter.

Health and Wellness
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Make sure your child is up to date on immunizations for school

Life is busy and immunizations can be missed. Children or teens may need to catch up before they can attend child care, school or afterschool programs in Minnesota.

Residents should visit their doctor or contact the Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health Immunization Clinic to get caught up on immunizations including Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR).

Need help finding or affording food in Ramsey County?

Food resources are available. Contact a Ramsey County Navigator at 651-266-8500 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) or the Minnesota Food HelpLine at 888-711-1151 (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.).

More information is available at ramseycounty.us/FoodResources.

Help available for child care, no waitlist to apply

Funds are still available and there is no waitlist to apply. Ramsey County provides financial assistance through the Minnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) to parents who can’t afford child care. CCAP provides child-care assistance to families who have been on the Minnesota Family Investment Program, or the Diversionary Work Program in the last 12 months.

There are additional funds available for families who may qualify with higher income on a sliding scale, so all families are encouraged to apply. Funds are available for children up to age 12, and for children with special needs up to age 15.

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