Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 5 2025

Twin Cities Scorched by Record October Heat: 91°F Sets New Daily Record and Becomes Second-Hottest October Day in History

The Twin Cities metro baked under extraordinary autumn heat on Saturday, October 4, 2025, as temperatures soared to 91°F at the Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Twin Cities Scorched by Record October Heat: 91°F Sets New Daily Record and Becomes Second-Hottest October Day in History

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 5 2025

Anoka County Board Approves Preliminary $201.2 Million Tax Levy for 2026

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners approves preliminary property tax levy of $201.2 million for the 2026 program year, marking a 9.9% increase over the current year’s levy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Monday October 6

High: 63°

Low: 45°

Wind: 10 MPH NNW

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 63 and low of 45 degrees. Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy for the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 5 2025

Cleaning Equipment Manufacturer Nilfisk to Close Brooklyn Park Plant, Lay Off 105 Workers, But Plans New Twin Cities Office

Danish manufacturer Nilfisk has announced the permanent closure of its Brooklyn Park facility, resulting in the layoff of approximately 105 employees.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Cleaning Equipment Manufacturer Nilfisk to Close Brooklyn Park Plant, Lay Off 105 Workers, But Plans New Twin Cities Office

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 5 2025

Sen. Frentz Condemns Federal Cancellation of $464 Million Energy Grant, Warns Minnesotans Will Face Higher Energy Costs and Weaker Grid Reliability

Minnesota senator calls DOE decision “one of the worst in many years,” says cancellation will raise energy bills, cost jobs, and undermine clean power goals.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Sen. Frentz Condemns Federal Cancellation of $464 Million Energy Grant, Warns Minnesotans Will Face Higher Energy Costs and Weaker Grid Reliability

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 5 2025

Final Free Produce Giveaway of the Year Set for Oct. 18 at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church

Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church (FMBC) will host its final free fresh-produce giveaway, part of its ongoing Servant Hands Food & Produce Distribution program on Saturday.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Agape Oasis Hosts 6th Annual Awareness Walk to Combat Domestic Violence, Bullying, and Breast Cancer

Agape Oasis, a North Minneapolis–based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and restoring communities hosts its 6th Annual Awareness Walk on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Agape Oasis Hosts 6th Annual Awareness Walk to Combat Domestic Violence, Bullying, and Breast Cancer

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Coon Rapids Fire Department Hosts Annual Open House Oct. 11

The Coon Rapids Fire Department is inviting residents to its annual Fire Department Open House on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to noon at Fire Station #3

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fire Department Hosts Annual Open House Oct. 11

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns Oct. 18 with Free Family Fun at Sand Creek Park

The City of Coon Rapids city and the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation, is inviting families to celebrate the fall season at the annual Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns Oct. 18 with Free Family Fun at Sand Creek Park

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments Host Free Car Seat Clinic to Improve Child Safety

The Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments are teaming up to help families keep their youngest passengers safe with a free car seat clinic on Monday, October 6.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Coon Rapids Police Social Worker Hosts Free Community Drop-In Session

The Coon Rapids Police Department is inviting residents to meet with its embedded social worker during today’s “Meet the Social Worker” community drop-in session.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Launches Major Hiring Drive for Correctional Health and Administrative Staff

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office announced a hiring initiative aimed at expanding its correctional health and administrative workforce within the county’s jail facilities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 4 2025

Burn Boot Camp Blaine to Host “Camp for a Cause” Fundraiser for Blaine Police Federation

Community members have an opportunity to support the Blaine Police Federation this Sunday, October 5, by participating in a special “Camp for a Cause” fitness event.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Burn Boot Camp Blaine to Host “Camp for a Cause” Fundraiser for Blaine Police Federation

Tom Akaolisa Editor