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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 29 2025

Metropolitan Council Seeks Public Input On Transition From Northstar Rail To Flexible Bus Service In Twin Cities Region

The Metropolitan Council is reaching out directly to the public to gather their input on a significant transit shift.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Metropolitan Council Seeks Public Input On Transition From Northstar Rail To Flexible Bus Service In Twin Cities Region

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 29 2025

Coon Rapids To Buy Vacant College Land From State

Vacant Anoka-Ramsey Community College land will be acquired by Coon Rapids from the state.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids To Buy Vacant College Land From State

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Friday May 16

High: 61°

Low: 45°

Wind: 16 MPH SW

Chance of rain: 87%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 61 and low of 45 degrees. Don't forget your umbrella! Overcast in the morning,

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 28 2025

Coon Rapids Faces Emergency Quarantine as Aerial Spraying Canceled Amid Spongy Moth Threat

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has recently revised its approach to managing the invasive spongy moth population in Coon Rapids

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 28 2025

Man Dead, Woman In Custody Following Columbia Heights Stabbing

The stabbing victim died at the scene Saturday afternoon.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Man Dead, Woman In Custody Following Columbia Heights Stabbing

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 28 2025

Investigation In Prior Lake After Woman Found Dead By Police

The identity of the victim and circumstances leading to her death are unknown.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Investigation In Prior Lake After Woman Found Dead By Police

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 28 2025

Men’s Golf Second After Day One Of SJU Spring Invitational

SJU Golf Hosts Annual Spring Invitational

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Men’s Golf Second After Day One Of SJU Spring Invitational

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 28 2025

MinneapoliMedia's "Meet Your Legislator" Interview Series

Senator Hoffman shares his insights on legislative priorities, systemic challenges, and the crucial work being done to support vulnerable populations across the state.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MinneapoliMedia's Meet Your Legislator Interview Series

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 27 2025

MDH Updates Fish Consumption Guidance Amidst New PFAs

The Minnesota Department of Health has updated its fish-consumption guidelines due to PFAS found in fish in 10 different Minnesota counties, including Anoka County.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 27 2025

CHHS Sends Four To State Speech

The State Speech Tournament is taking place on April 26, and Columbia Heights High School is sending four students to the competition.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 27 2025

Blaine OKs Purchase Agreement For Last Acquisition Needed For 105th Project

At the April 21 meeting, the Blaine City Council gave a unanimous OK to the last property to be acquired for the 105th redevelopment project via a purchase agreement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine OKs Purchase Agreement For Last Acquisition Needed For 105th Project

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 27 2025

Robbinsdale Area Schools Begin Bus Opt-In Survey

Robbinsdale Area Schools uses an opt-in system to design its bus routes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 27 2025

Crystal Group Home Linked to 37 Missing-Person Cases Since 2019

A recent published report reveals the challenges local police face when responding to calls connected to group homes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Crystal Group Home Linked to 37 Missing-Person Cases Since 2019

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 26 2025

Bids Go Out For Anoka Cannabis Dispensary, City Seeking Budtender

Anoka city council voted 3-0 to pass selected site plan and set a bid date on April 7

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Bids Go Out For Anoka Cannabis Dispensary, City Seeking Budtender

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 26 2025

Columbia Heights To Hire New Code Enforcement Officer

Columbia Heights City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the planning and inspections budget to clear the way for an eventual new Code Enforcement Officer.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Columbia Heights To Hire New Code Enforcement Officer

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 26 2025

MN House Committee OKs Massive Transportation Bill (Copy)

MN House Transportation Committee approved an omnibus budget bill, despite some committee members from both political parties expressing dissatisfaction with the contents.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MN House Committee OKs Massive Transportation Bill (Copy)

Tom Akaolisa Editor