NLPOA - Minnesota State Chapter

06/16/2026

06/13/2026

See you tomorrow!

06/12/2026

Rain or shine!

Reminder to join us for the first annual Lt. Rodriguez Aztec Run this Sunday, June 14 from 8:00 AM-Noon, run starts at 9:00 AM at Como Midway Picnic Pavilion, 1199 Midway Parkway, St. Paul, MN. A lively, family-friendly fun run/walk packed with energy, community spirit, and a few surprise obstacles along the way! All ages are welcome, so bring the whole crew. Join us in person or virtually.

We're running/walking in honor of our friend Lt. Beverly Rodriguez, and we invite everyone to celebrate her bright spirit by wearing pink or hot pink, her favorite colors! All proceeds will go to scholarships.

If you would like to sign up to participate click on the link below. T-shirts can no longer be guaranteed for new registrations.

We hope to see you there!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rodriguezs-aztec-run

06/07/2026

We are one week away from the first annual Lieutenant Rodriguez Aztec Run, a family friendly run with a few surprise obstacles along the way. Funds raised will go towards scholarships.

If you would like to sign up to participate in the run follow the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rodriguezs-aztec-run

If you are not able to attend but would like to donate or you are a business and would like to sponsor the event follow the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/rodriguez-aztec-run-sponsors

We hope to see you there!

06/06/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Consul General Sandra Cruz of El Salvador in Saint Paul, Minnesota, for her warm hospitality and generosity. We are truly grateful for El Salvador Consulate members and for sponsoring this month’s meeting.

Your commitment to serving and supporting our community is greatly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to welcome us and for helping make this month’s gathering a success. We look forward to continuing to build strong relationships and working together for the benefit of our community.

¡Muchas gracias, Cónsul General Sandra Cruz, por su apoyo y hospitalidad! 🇸🇻🤝

05/27/2026

Join us Sunday, June 14th for the Lieutenant Rodriguez Aztec Run, a family friendly run with a few surprise obstacles along the way. Funds raised will go towards scholarships.

❗️Registration fees go up on June 1st.❗️

If you would like to sign up to participate in the run follow the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rodriguezs-aztec-run

If you are not able to attend but would like to donate or you are a business and would like to sponsor the event follow the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/rodriguez-aztec-run-sponsors

05/19/2026

Are you looking for a fun family event to do this summer?
Join the NLPOA for the Lieutenant Rodriguez Aztec Run, a family friendly run with a few surprise obstacles along the way. Funds raised will go towards scholarships.

❗️Prices will go up on June 1st.❗️

If you would like to sign up to participate in the run follow the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rodriguezs-aztec-run

05/12/2026

Minneapolis City Hall

05/12/2026

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office

Deputy Lopez serves in the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Unit and also works as a School Resource Officer (SRO) in Rockford, bringing a strong sense of purpose to both roles. Her path into law enforcement began during her time as a Community Service Officer in transit and later as a recruit in St. Paul, where she worked closely with diverse communities and built a foundation of cultural understanding.

From a young age, Deputy Lopez knew she wanted to pursue law enforcement. "I was always interested in law enforcement, because I always wanted to do something within human trafficking or crimes against children. I had a friend who was trafficked before and that stuck with me."

Her friend’s experience left a lasting impact on her. She carries that with her today, knowing how deeply trauma can affect a person’s mental health. She is determined to be someone who can support others through such difficult experiences.

At HCSO, Deputy Lopez appreciates the sense of belonging she has found. Though she considers herself introverted, her Patrol Unit team makes her feel comfortable being more outgoing and fully herself. Her work as an SRO adds another meaningful dimension to her service. She enjoys connecting with students and feels her age helps her relate to them in a genuine, approachable way.

As the Sheriff’s Office celebrates Police Week, Deputy Lopez reflects on the importance of the work. She hopes that every interaction, on the road or in the school halls, makes a positive difference in someone’s life.