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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 | Germany, Unmasked: Collapse, Reckoning, and the Relentless Demand to Become Germany Again

Germany enters 2026 World Cup seeking to reclaim its identity after back-to-back group stage exits. Will Julian Nagelsmann’s tactical depth finally restore German ruthlessness?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

Public Lottery Set for Anoka’s 2026 C.A.R.E. Grant Awards on March 2nd

Anoka’s $100K C.A.R.E. lottery hits City Hall today at 1 p.m.! With grants up to $5,000 for home upgrades, who will win the draw to transform their neighborhood’s curb appeal?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

26th Annual North Suburban Home Show Returns to Andover on March 7

The 26th North Suburban Home Show hits Andover March 7. Over 80 local experts unite for this free spring ritual. Will you unlock the secrets to your next home renovation?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Jan 20 2026

Twin Cities Residents Can Receive up to $17,500 to Purchase Home
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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

Brooklyn Park Athletic Facility Expansion Funding

Rep. Momanyi-Hiltsley seeks $9.5M in state bonds to expand Brooklyn Park’s Activity Center into a regional hub. With ice rinks untouched, will new courts bridge the gap?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

A New Emblem for a Changing City | Brooklyn Park Police unveil first major badge redesign in 50 years: Will this hyper-local shift deepen trust?

Brooklyn Park Police trade state seals for local soul. After 50 years, the new badge honors farms, the river, and heritage. Will this hyper-local shift deepen trust?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 2 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA | THE POWER OF HER: "You Will Not Silence Me." - Dr. Dana Page and the Work of Redesigning Systems That Were Never Built for Us

Dr. Dana Page counters systemic exclusion with 20 years of grit and a PhD. Her message? Systems are working as designed; we must redesign them. Will we choose affirmation?

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA | THE POWER OF HER: You Will Not Silence Me. - Dr. Dana Page and the Work of Redesigning Systems That Were Never Built for Us

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

To our Muslim readers, neighbors, friends, and families,

To our Muslim readers: We wish you a peaceful Ramadan. We honor your fast, prayers, and charity, recognizing the spiritual strength and empathy this sacred month brings.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

To our Muslim readers, neighbors, friends, and families,

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

Nine Goals, One Reckoning: Andover’s Offensive Surge Sends Huskies Back to State

Andover beat Centennial 9-5 to win Section 5AA, securing their sixth state trip in seven years. The Huskies face Edina in the Class AA quarterfinals on March 5 in St. Paul.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Nine Goals, One Reckoning: Andover’s Offensive Surge Sends Huskies Back to State

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

North Suburban Home Show marks 26 years as the North Metro’s spring kickoff

The 26th North Suburban Home Show is March 7, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Andover YMCA. Entry is free. 100+ local pros offer remodeling advice and free architect consultations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

North Suburban Home Show marks 26 years as the North Metro’s spring kickoff

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

From Emergency Pivot to Institutional Design | Virtual learning in St. Paul did not begin with this moment.

St. Paul Public Schools’ virtual enrollment stabilized at 3,700 students in 2026. The platform serves as a vital safety net for immigrant families and multilingual learners.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

From Emergency Pivot to Institutional Design | Virtual learning in St. Paul did not begin with this moment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

Food Insecurity Focus of House Bills at Capitol | A Quartet of Measures Advances as Minnesota Braces for Federal SNAP Reductions

MN House bills aim to tackle food insecurity as 1 in 5 households struggle. Measures include $15M for food shelves and banks to offset a $39M federal SNAP funding cut.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Food Insecurity Focus of House Bills at Capitol | A Quartet of Measures Advances as Minnesota Braces for Federal SNAP Reductions

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 1 2026

Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant and the Winter River: How a Shutdown Triggered a Fish Kill on the Mississippi

MPCA confirms a fish kill at the Monticello nuclear plant due to thermal shock after a shutdown. The loss of warm water left fish in icy conditions; no radiation was involved.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant and the Winter River: How a Shutdown Triggered a Fish Kill on the Mississippi

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Feb 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | THE UNWRITTEN RECORD: The Architecture of Accountability

The Unwritten Record models a $1.5M per-household wealth gap built via MN’s housing, school levy, and labor policies. It calls for structural repair over neutrality.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | THE UNWRITTEN RECORD: The Architecture of Accountability

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Feb 28 2026

Registration Opens March 1 for Coon Rapids’ 2026 Parks and Recreation Season

Coon Rapids opens 2026 Parks and Recreation registration March 1 via the city portal. The guide features youth safety camps, pickleball, and a March 9 master plan meeting.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Feb 28 2026

Coon Rapids Police Urge Visible Deterrence as First Line of Defense Against Vehicle Theft

Coon Rapids Police urge using steering wheel locks to deter thieves. Pair them with locked doors, well-lit parking, and Faraday pouches for fobs. #VehicleSafety

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Urge Visible Deterrence as First Line of Defense Against Vehicle Theft

Tom Akaolisa Editor