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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Shut Out: How the Government Shutdown Silences the Nation

United States government partially shuttered for three weeks now, 4,000 federal employees furloughed, billions in halted aid, delayed programs, and flight delays across the country

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Shut Out: How the Government Shutdown Silences the Nation

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

Anoka County Launches East River Road Corridor Study to Improve Safety and Mobility

Anoka County has launched a major study to evaluate safety and mobility improvements along County State Aid Highway 1 (CSAH 1), better known as East River Road.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Launches East River Road Corridor Study to Improve Safety and Mobility

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

Coon Rapids Celebrates First Solar Installations with Fire Station 3 Ribbon Cutting

The City of Coon Rapids officially marked a milestone in its local government sustainability efforts for its first solar energy installations on municipal buildings.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Celebrates First Solar Installations with Fire Station 3 Ribbon Cutting

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department to Host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25

The Coon Rapids Police Department has announces its participation as a collection site for the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Department to Host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Recruiting Volunteers for Reserve Unit; Informational Session Announced

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is inviting community members to learn more about its Reserve Unit, a dedicated team of volunteers and licensed liaison staff.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Recruiting Volunteers for Reserve Unit; Informational Session Announced

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 15 2025

Coon Rapids Seeks Parks Maintenance Worker to Help Care for City’s Outdoor Spaces

The City of Coon Rapids is actively recruiting a new Parks Maintenance Worker to join its Parks Division.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Seeks Parks Maintenance Worker to Help Care for City’s Outdoor Spaces

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Pink Ribbon’s Shadow: A Testament to Loss, A Declaration of Hope

October arrives in a blush of pink. Landmarks glow in rose-colored light. Ribbons bloom on lapels. It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Pink Ribbon’s Shadow: A Testament to Loss, A Declaration of Hope

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Recruiting Community Service Officers

The Coon Rapids Police Department has announced an active recruitment drive for the position of Community Service Officer (CSO).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Department Recruiting Community Service Officers

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Offers Pink Patches and Pins to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is once again showing its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering custom pink patches and pins to the public all October.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Offers Pink Patches and Pins to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Senate Capital Investment Committee to Hold Virtual Bonding Tour for Northeast Minnesota

On Wednesday, October 15, members of the Minnesota Senate Capital Investment Committee, will host a virtual “Bonding Tour” via Zoom.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senate Capital Investment Committee to Hold Virtual Bonding Tour for Northeast Minnesota

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Anoka County Remembers Cold Case Victim — Margaret Twyla Loken

Anniversary of discovery marks renewed call for tips

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Remembers Cold Case Victim — Margaret Twyla Loken

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids with Free Family Fun and Community Connections

The City of Coon Rapids and the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation are once again inviting families to enjoy a day of autumn celebration at Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids with Free Family Fun and Community Connections

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Reckoning, Remembrance, and Renewal

Today, as the nation observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Americans are called to pause, reflect, and act. This day is not simply a counterpoint to Columbus Day.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Reckoning, Remembrance, and Renewal

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Announces Fall/Winter Hours Effective October 1

The Coon Rapids City Recycling Center has transitioned to its fall and winter operating schedule, which took effect on October 1 and will remain in place through March.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Announces Fall/Winter Hours Effective October 1

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

Ramsey Man Critically Injured After Vehicle Strikes Bridge Deck on Highway 10

A 28-year-old Ramsey man was critically injured late Tuesday night, October 7, after his vehicle left the roadway and struck a bridge deck along eastbound Highway 10

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Ramsey Man Critically Injured After Vehicle Strikes Bridge Deck on Highway 10

Tom Akaolisa Editor