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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 17 2025

Adding Heart To Her Work: Coon Rapids Music Therapist Innovates with HeartSync Music

Jillian Kirkeide, a board-certified music therapist in Coon Rapids, is introducing a deeply personal, innovative approach to her practice through her new venture, HeartSync Music.

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Adding Heart To Her Work: Coon Rapids Music Therapist Innovates with HeartSync Music

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 17 2025

9 Search Warrants Served in Major Minnesota Medicaid Housing Scam Probe

Federal agents raided multiple Twin Cities businesses and residences Wednesday as part of a sweeping investigation into massive Medicaid housing fraud scheme.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Saturday September 13

High: 84°

Low: 63°

Wind: 7 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees. Thundery outbreaks in nearby for the morning, partly cloudy for the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 17 2025

USA Cup: Fusion U16 Boys Fall To Tonka United in Opening Match

The U16 Fusion boys soccer team fell to Tonka United 3-1 in their opening round pool play match of the USA Cup.

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USA Cup: Fusion U16 Boys Fall To Tonka United in Opening Match

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 17 2025

USA Cup: MapleBrook U15 Boys Blanked In 1st Match

The MapleBrook Premier Under 15 boys soccer team lost its opening match of pool play Tuesday at the USA Cup youth soccer tournament, falling 9-0

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USA Cup: MapleBrook U15 Boys Blanked In 1st Match

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

A City Remembers, A Spirit Endures - One Month After June 14, Minnesota Confronts the Lingering Echoes of Loss

Minnesota stands now one month removed from a day that changed us—quietly, violently, and forever.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

A City Remembers, A Spirit Endures - One Month After June 14, Minnesota Confronts the Lingering Echoes of Loss

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Man In Killings Of Former MN House Speaker Melissa Hortman And Husband

A federal grand jury has indicted a 57-year-old man for the June 14, 2025 killing of former Melissa Hortman, her husband, Mark and attempted killing of John Hoffman and wife.

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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Man In Killings Of Former MN House Speaker Melissa Hortman And Husband

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

Minnesota Enacts First‑in‑Nation Law Requiring Mental‑Health Warnings On Social Media

In a historic move, MN lawmakers and Governor Tim Walz have enacted the nation’s first law mandating “conspicuous mental‑health warning labels” on social media platforms.

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Minnesota Enacts First‑in‑Nation Law Requiring Mental‑Health Warnings On Social Media

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

Another Candidate Joins House District 34B Race, Following Former Brooklyn Park Council Members Eriksen and Lee

The race to fill the Minnesota House District 34B seat—left vacant following the tragic assassination of former Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman—continues to heat up.

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Another Candidate Joins House District 34B Race, Following Former Brooklyn Park Council Members Eriksen and Lee

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

Minneapolis Unveils First 5 Locations For Speed Cameras As Part Of Vision Zero Pilot Program

In a bold step toward improving road safety, the City of Minneapolis has announced the first five intersections where new automated speed enforcement cameras will be installed.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Unveils First 5 Locations For Speed Cameras As Part Of Vision Zero Pilot Program

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 16 2025

Man Fatally Shot In Elliot Park; Minneapolis Police Launch Homicide Investigation

A man in his 30s was fatally shot Tuesday evening in the Elliot Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, prompting a homicide investigation by the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 15 2025

Capture "Amazing Coon Rapids Animals" in the 2025 Photo Contest

Amateur photographers in Coon Rapids are invited to showcase their talent and capture the beauty of local fauna in the 2025 Coon Rapids Photography Contest.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 15 2025

Coon Rapids Sustainability Commission to Host Sustainable Garden Tour This Saturday

Get ready to be inspired by sustainable living

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 15 2025

Get Ready For Fur-tastic Fun: Coon Rapids Pet Fair Seeks Vendors For September Event At New Civic Center Location

Pet owners and animal enthusiasts in Coon Rapids are invited to mark their calendars for the annual Coon Rapids Pet Fair, promising a day of "fur-tastic" entertainment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 15 2025

During West Metro Boil Water Advisory, Tea Shop Toughs It Out

Residents in Crystal, New Hope and Golden Valley remained under a boil water advisory on Monday.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 15 2025

Heat Advisory In Twin Cities Tuesday Before Storms Move In

A heat advisory will be in effect for the Twin Cities on Tuesday, with storms to follow in the evening.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Heat Advisory In Twin Cities Tuesday Before Storms Move In

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