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Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 18 2025

Coon Rapids Hosts Puzzle And Game Swap Event To Promote Recycling And Community Sharing

The Coon Rapids Recycling Center is spearheading a unique Puzzle and Game Swap event.

Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 18 2025

Burnsville, Minnesota Pioneers Life-Saving Whole Blood Transfusions In Ambulances

In a significant move to enhance emergency medical responses, Burnsville’s 911 ambulances have rolled out a game-changing initiative.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Burnsville, Minnesota Pioneers Life-Saving Whole Blood Transfusions In Ambulances

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 18 2025

Celebrate! Brooklyn Park Aims To Bring Community Together

Brooklyn Park leaders are placing new emphasis on Celebrate! Brooklyn Park events this year, starting with a slate of events this winter.

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Celebrate! Brooklyn Park Aims To Bring Community Together

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 18 2025

Golden Valley’s Winterfest Is Saturday, January 25

Golden Valley’s Winterfest family event is Saturday, January 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at North Wesley Park.

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Golden Valley’s Winterfest Is Saturday, January 25

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 18 2025

Activists Raise Alarm Over Nonprofit Monitoring Minneapolis Police

The nonprofit, ELEFA, selected to oversee police reforms in Minneapolis faced criticism in New Orleans over its impartiality and community engagement.

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Activists Raise Alarm Over Nonprofit Monitoring Minneapolis Police

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 17 2025

NABC Recycled Rides Donates Vehicle To New Father In Minnesota

A Minnesota father’s life took a turn for the better Jan. 8 when he was presented with a reliable vehicle through the National Auto Body Council (NABC) Recycled Rides program.

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 17 2025

Qamaria Coffee Now Serving Traditional Yemeni Blends At Blaine's Central Ave

Anyone who wants their coffee fix has another new location in Blaine, 8685 Central Ave. with beans sourced from Yemen.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Qamaria Coffee Now Serving Traditional Yemeni Blends At Blaine's Central Ave

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 17 2025

Fridley Police Arrest 13-Year-Old In Relation To Alleged Threats That Closed Fridley School On Jan. 15 And 16

On Jan. 14, Fridley Police arrested a 13-year-old male juvenile, in relation to a threat to Fridley district schools, the department posted on its social media page.

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Fridley Police Arrest 13-Year-Old In Relation To Alleged Threats That Closed Fridley School On Jan. 15 And 16

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 17 2025

Dozens Evicted From Homeless Encampment On St. Paul’s East Side

Most of the camp’s residents relocated to other encampments, including a site near Pig’s Eye Park.

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Dozens Evicted From Homeless Encampment On St. Paul’s East Side

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 17 2025

On Heels Of A Bad Respiratory Flu Season In Minnesota, Norovirus Cases Are Also Spiking

The state had triple its average number of outbreaks in December, affecting more than 1,500 people. Settings like schools and nursing homes are particularly vulnerable.

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On Heels Of A Bad Respiratory Flu Season In Minnesota, Norovirus Cases Are Also Spiking

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 16 2025

Coon Rapids Seeks Nominees For Earth Month Sustainability Awards, Celebrating Local Environmental Efforts

the City of Coon Rapids takes a moment to recognize local environmental champions with its Earth Month Sustainability Awards.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 16 2025

Coon Rapids Winter Concert Series Returns: Live Music And Cozy Perks Await Attendees At Civic Center

The Coon Rapids Winter Concert Series is returning to thaw your frosty hearts.

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Coon Rapids Winter Concert Series Returns: Live Music And Cozy Perks Await Attendees At Civic Center

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 16 2025

Teams to Clash in Mental Showdown at Puzzlepalooza Jamboree In Monterey Drive Rec Center

The excitement is building as the Rec Center Banquet Room turns into a battleground of wits and quick fingers for the Puzzlepalooza Jamboree on February 17

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Teams to Clash in Mental Showdown at Puzzlepalooza Jamboree In Monterey Drive Rec Center

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 15 2025

Chris Ford Joins Blaine City Council, Bringing Fire Service And Education Experience To Serve Ward 1

Blaine, Minnesota has recently welcomed a new face to its City Council for Ward 1. Chris Ford, a local dedicated to public service, was sworn in on January 6

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Chris Ford Joins Blaine City Council, Bringing Fire Service And Education Experience To Serve Ward 1

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 15 2025

Fridley-Based Morcon Construction Agrees To $5.9M Settlement Over False Claims Act Allegations

Minnesota's Morcon Construction Company, Inc., a long-time general contractor for the U.S. Postal Service, has agreed to a fine for False Claims Act violations.

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Fridley-Based Morcon Construction Agrees To $5.9M Settlement Over False Claims Act Allegations

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