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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 26 2025

Twin Cities Hit By Heavy Rains, Leading To Widespread Street Flooding

The Twin Cities metro area experienced significant street flooding Wednesday as a powerful storm system brought heavy rainfall

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Twin Cities Hit By Heavy Rains, Leading To Widespread Street Flooding

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 26 2025

STERIS Acquires Coon Rapids Medical Offices For $13.1 Million, Bolstering Minnesota Presence

STERIS plc, a leading global provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services, has acquired a 100,000 square-foot medical office space in Coon Rapids

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STERIS Acquires Coon Rapids Medical Offices For $13.1 Million, Bolstering Minnesota Presence

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 26 2025

Forest Lake Police Report Increase In Bear Sightings

The department says it's seeing an uptick in bear reports, namely in residential areas.

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Forest Lake Police Report Increase In Bear Sightings

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

Former Speaker Hortman and Husband To Lie In State At Minnesota Capitol Friday

Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, who were tragically killed on June 14th, will lie in state at the Minnesota State Capitol, Friday.

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Former Speaker Hortman and Husband To Lie In State At Minnesota Capitol Friday

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

East Bethel Council Member Erkel Resists Resignation Calls After Heated Council Debate

East Bethel City Council Member Suzanne Erkel has not resigned, following a turbulent council meeting Monday evening where residents voiced strong opinions her recent posts.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

East Bethel Council Member Erkel Resists Resignation Calls After Heated Council Debate

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

MNA Members Authorize Strike At Twin Cities, Duluth Area Hospitals Amid Stalled Negotiations

Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) have overwhelmingly voted to authorize an unfair labor practice strike, a significant escalation in ongoing contract disputes.

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MNA Members Authorize Strike At Twin Cities, Duluth Area Hospitals Amid Stalled Negotiations

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

SexWorld Minneapolis Coming To An End

SexWorld Headed to Sex Shop Heaven

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

Final Draft Of Arrive + Thrive Gateway Plans Ready For Public Review In Beltline, Wooddale, Louisiana, and West Excelsior Areas

Community members keen on following the development plans for various gateways in the city have something to look forward to, as the final draft of the Arrive + Thrive plans.

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Final Draft Of Arrive + Thrive Gateway Plans Ready For Public Review In Beltline, Wooddale, Louisiana, and West Excelsior Areas

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Power Outage Reported in Champlin — Crews Responding

A power outage was reported in the city of Champlin this morning at approximately 10:33 a.m., leaving many residents without electricity as summer temperatures continue to rise.

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Power Outage Reported in Champlin — Crews Responding

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

🎉 Coon Rapids’ Summer In The City Series Kicks Off At Lions Coon Creek Park

The City of Coon Rapids is inviting residents to kick off summer with community spirit, city services, and sweet treats at first Summer in the City neighborhood meeting of 2025

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Maple Grove, Minnesota Seeks New Talent: City Announces Diverse Job Openings For Community Engagement And Public Service

The City of Maple Grove, Minnesota, is on the lookout for new blood.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Brooklyn Park Vet Clinic Inspired To Give Back After Death Of Hortman Family Dog

An assassin not only shot and killed Rep. Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Park) and her husband Mark in their Brooklyn Park home — he also shot the family pet.

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Brooklyn Park Vet Clinic Inspired To Give Back After Death Of Hortman Family Dog

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Blaine Man Accused Of Straw Purchasing Guns Used In Murders Of Trinity Ottoson-Smith, Aniya Allen

A man has been federally charged with straw purchasing dozens of firearms, including the ones used in the killings of 9-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith and 6-year-old Aniya Allen.

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Blaine Man Accused Of Straw Purchasing Guns Used In Murders Of Trinity Ottoson-Smith, Aniya Allen

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

BREAKING: 11-Year-Old Boy Fatally Shot At Minneapolis Park

Police say it's too early to tell if the boy was an intended target, or caught in crossfire.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Live Music Touted As Antidote To Loneliness In Post-Pandemic World, Study By University Of Melbourne Professor Reveals

Amidst the still-rippling effects of global lockdowns and the persistent feelings of isolation they've amplified, live music is emerging as a notable force in battling loneliness.

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Live Music Touted As Antidote To Loneliness In Post-Pandemic World, Study By University Of Melbourne Professor Reveals

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