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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Seeks Community Volunteers For Inaugural Bicycle Count Program

The City of Coon Rapids is calling on its residents to volunteer for a crucial new initiative that involves a summer bicycle count program.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Sustainable Garden Tour Returns July 19th, Showcasing Eco-Friendly Landscapes And Seeking 2025 Participants

The City of Coon Rapids is excited to announce its annual Sustainable Garden Tour, offering residents a unique opportunity to explore gardens across the community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Saturday September 13

High: 84°

Low: 63°

Wind: 6 MPH ENE

Chance of rain: 0%

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

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Residents Invited To Free Energy Bill Clinics And Discover Benefits Of Electric Lawn Mowers

Coon Rapids city is highlighting two important community resources this summer designed to help residents save money and embrace sustainable living.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Brooklyn Park Police Introduce Safe Community Camera Program

Brooklyn Park police are urging homeowners and business owners to register their cameras in a relatively new crime-fighting initiative.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 8 2025

Sen. John Hoffman, Wounded In Politically-Motivated Attack, Transferred Out Of ICU

Three weeks after a terrifying early-morning ambush in his Champlin home, Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman was moved out of the ICU on Monday.

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Sen. John Hoffman, Wounded In Politically-Motivated Attack, Transferred Out Of ICU

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 8 2025

Father Arrested In Connection With Death Of 16-Year-Old Jordan “Manny” Collins Jr.

The father of 16-year-old Jordan “Manny” Collins Jr., who was reported missing in May and later found dead in a landfill, has been arrested for his son’s death.

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Father Arrested In Connection With Death Of 16-Year-Old Jordan “Manny” Collins Jr.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 8 2025

Former State Employee Denounces ‘Character Assassination’ After Dismissal Over 2016 Felony

A former state employee, has accused the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and the media of engaging in “retroactive character assassination”.

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Former State Employee Denounces ‘Character Assassination’ After Dismissal Over 2016 Felony

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 8 2025

Brooklyn Park Helps Small Businesses Succeed and Survive

Nadia Wotrang started her restaurant, Nadia’s Jamaican Kitchen, more than two years ago in the northwest corner of Brooklyn Park, not far from Highway 610.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 8 2025

New Hope Police Taking Registrations For Night To Unite

New Hope’s Night to Unite (formerly National Night Out) is Tuesday, August 5.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 7 2025

Brooklyn Park Police Seek Public's Help In Locating Missing Teen

The Brooklyn Park Police Department is asking for the public's immediate assistance in locating 15-year-old Makayla Makor, who was last seen on Saturday, July 5, 2025.

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Brooklyn Park Police Seek Public's Help In Locating Missing Teen

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 7 2025

Brooklyn Park Police Issue Appeal For Missing 17-yr Old Last Seen On 4th Of July

Authorities in Brooklyn Park are seeking the public's assistance in locating 17-year-old Carissa Rose Lindstrom, who has been missing since Friday, July 4, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Brooklyn Park Police Issue Appeal For Missing 17-yr Old Last Seen On 4th Of July

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 7 2025

Anoka To Host One Of Twin Cities' Largest Craft Fairs Saturday July 12th

Historic Downtown Anoka is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors this Saturday, July 12, 2025, for the highly anticipated Anoka Riverfest & Craft Fair.

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Anoka To Host One Of Twin Cities' Largest Craft Fairs Saturday July 12th

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 7 2025

Food Bank: ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Deepen Hunger Crisis

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the so-called “big, beautiful bill’ on Thursday, a vote that local food banks expect will have a significant impact.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Food Bank: ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Deepen Hunger Crisis

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 7 2025

MinneapoliMedia's Meet Your Legislator Interview Series

The people of Minnesota are reeling from an unspeakable tragedy that has shaken the very foundation of our democratic institutions.

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MinneapoliMedia's Meet Your Legislator Interview Series

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 6 2025

Coon Rapids City Council Takes Key Actions At July 1 Meeting

Coon Rapids City Council convened Tuesday, July 1, to address a range of municipal matters, from financial oversight to environmental grant approvals and license determinations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor