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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Navigating the Summer Digital Surge: U of M Extension Experts Detail Actionable Screen Time Strategies for Families

U of M Extension Experts Detail Actionable Screen Time Strategies for Families

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Lyme Disease Remains a Growing Summer Threat Across Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Health Insurers Seek Double-Digit Premium Increases for 2027 Coverage

Minnesota health insurers are seeking 10–13% premium increases for 2027, citing rising medical, prescription drug and health care costs.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Health Insurers Seek Double-Digit Premium Increases for 2027 Coverage

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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Alert - Fri. Jun 12 2026

Golf with Us Deadline is June 15th for Free Youth Golf Program by Bank of America
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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens After Brief Weekend Closure, Restoring One of Coon Rapids’ Most Popular Summer Destinations

Coon Rapids reopened the Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad after repairs, restoring a popular free summer destination for families across the community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens After Brief Weekend Closure, Restoring One of Coon Rapids’ Most Popular Summer Destinations

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 12 Report: Argentina and France Advance, Norway Survives a Thriller, and Algeria Keeps Hope Alive

Argentina and France secured knockout-round spots, Norway stayed perfect in a 3-2 thriller, and Algeria rallied to keep its World Cup hopes alive.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 12 Report: Argentina and France Advance, Norway Survives a Thriller, and Algeria Keeps Hope Alive

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

COMMUNITY INTERVIWE SERIES | Damaris Melo-Gyasi and the Architecture of Belonging: How the founder of Design by Melo is rewriting the silent agendas of Minnesota's built environment.

Architect Damaris Melo-Gyasi is reshaping Minnesota through community-centered design, creating spaces that prioritize dignity, belonging and equity.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

COMMUNITY INTERVIWE SERIES | Damaris Melo-Gyasi and the Architecture of Belonging: How the founder of Design by Melo is rewriting the silent agendas of Minnesota's built environment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 11 Report: Spain Responds, Egypt Makes History, Cape Verde Refuses to Fade, and Group G Tightens Further

Spain rebounded with a 4-0 win, Egypt earned its first men's World Cup victory, Cape Verde stayed unbeaten, and Group G tightened dramatically.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 11 Report: Spain Responds, Egypt Makes History, Cape Verde Refuses to Fade, and Group G Tightens Further

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Commits $9.09 Million to Street Improvements as Summer Programming Expands Across the City

Coon Rapids approved $9.09 million for street improvements while expanding summer concerts, recreation programs, farmers markets and park safety initiatives.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Commits $9.09 Million to Street Improvements as Summer Programming Expands Across the City

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | As Blaine Prepares for Festival Weekend, a $195 Million Highway Project Reshapes the City's Future

As Blaine prepares for its annual festival, crews have begun a $195 million Highway 65 reconstruction project aimed at improving safety and easing congestion.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | As Blaine Prepares for Festival Weekend, a $195 Million Highway Project Reshapes the City's Future

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

THE POWER OF HER | The Geography of Survival: How Dralandra Larkins Built a Sanctuary Beyond Words

Dralandra Larkins turned poetry into a tool for survival and healing, building spaces where truth, vulnerability and community can flourish.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

THE POWER OF HER | The Geography of Survival: How Dralandra Larkins Built a Sanctuary Beyond Words

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Beyond the Badge and the Firehouse: Blaine Citizens Academy Opens Public Safety Operations to Residents

Blaine is accepting applications for its free Citizens Academy, offering residents a behind-the-scenes look at police, fire and public safety operations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Beyond the Badge and the Firehouse: Blaine Citizens Academy Opens Public Safety Operations to Residents

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hennepin County Invites Young Leaders to Help Shape the Future of Public Libraries

Hennepin County is seeking young leaders ages 16–19 to help shape library services through a paid advisory committee serving communities across the county.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hennepin County Invites Young Leaders to Help Shape the Future of Public Libraries

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

MinneapoliMedia Wishes All Fathers a Happy Fathers' Day

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 10 Report: The Dutch Run Riot, Germany Escapes Late, Curaçao Makes History, and Japan Delivers a Landmark Performance

The Netherlands routed Sweden 5-1, Germany advanced with a late winner, Curaçao earned a historic draw, and Japan dominated World Cup match No. 1,000.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 10 Report: The Dutch Run Riot, Germany Escapes Late, Curaçao Makes History, and Japan Delivers a Landmark Performance

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | The Parking Lot Is Where The Real Event Happens

Philosophy Jane explores why the real event begins after it ends, when parking lots become village squares where community quietly takes root.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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