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first_reported: 2026-11-12 12:52 CST
updated: 2026-11-12 12:52 CST
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# Hennepin County energy aid applications rise by about 2,000

Hennepin County's energy assistance provider has received about 2,000 more applications than last year. Community groups are helping families with paperwork.

Section: [Around Town](/minneapolis-st-paul/section/life.md) · Entities: [Hennepin County](/minneapolis-st-paul/wiki/hennepin-county.md)

## Coverage

- [Sahan Journal](https://sahanjournal.com/climate-environment/minnesota-energy-assistance-requests-rise/), 2026-11-12 12:52 CST: After Operation Metro Surge, Minnesota families face another strain: winter energy bills

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