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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Anoka County Prepares for Pivotal House District 34B Special Election and City Council Meetings

Anoka County residents are preparing for a significant day in local and state politics, with the special election for Minnesota House District 34B set for Tuesday, September 16.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Anoka County Accepts Testamentary Gift for Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Improvements

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners has accepted a donation from the trust of the late Alan E. Grant, designated for improvements at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park.

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Anoka County Accepts Testamentary Gift for Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Improvements

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Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday September 17

High: 82°

Low: 65°

Wind: 7 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 60%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 82 and low of 65 degrees. Thundery outbreaks in nearby for the morning, overcast in the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby for the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Celebrate Minnesota Libraries: Great North Star Read Together Comes to Columbia Heights

On Saturday, September 20, Minnesotans will take part in a statewide initiative to honor the vital role libraries play in communities.

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Celebrate Minnesota Libraries: Great North Star Read Together Comes to Columbia Heights

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Contracts for County Road J Reconstruction Approved by Anoka County Board

The Anoka County Board has approved a contract for the reconstruction of County Road J in Lino Lakes, a major infrastructure project in a fast-growing corridor.

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Contracts for County Road J Reconstruction Approved by Anoka County Board

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Crash Downs Power Lines in Burnsville, Causing Major Traffic and Business Closures

A Sunday afternoon crash in Burnsville caused widespread disruption after an SUV struck a utility pole, bringing down high-tension power lines across County Road 42.

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Crash Downs Power Lines in Burnsville, Causing Major Traffic and Business Closures

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 14 2025

Mississippi Gateway Regional Park Celebrates Grand Reopening After $40 Million Redevelopment

Mississippi Gateway Regional Park, formerly known as Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park on the west side of the river, officially celebrated its grand reopening on September 6, 2025.

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Mississippi Gateway Regional Park Celebrates Grand Reopening After $40 Million Redevelopment

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 14 2025

Anoka County Spotlights on Opioids and Overdose In event set for Oct. 4 in Spring Lake Park

Anoka County residents are invited to join the Spotlight on Opioids and Overdose event on October 4 (Sat) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Spring Lake Park High School, 1100 81st Ave. NE.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 14 2025

University of Minnesota and Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement, Ending Strike — Farm Aid 40 to Proceed as Planned

Teamsters Local 320 announced late Friday, September 12, that a tentative agreement had been reached with the university.

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University of Minnesota and Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement, Ending Strike — Farm Aid 40 to Proceed as Planned

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 13 2025

Today Is Special Election for House District 34B: Voting Information for Coon Rapids Residents

Voters in southern Coon Rapids will head to the polls next week to decide the outcome of the special election for Minnesota House District 34B.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Today Is Special Election for House District 34B: Voting Information for Coon Rapids Residents

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 13 2025

Sherburne County Jail Inmate Found Dead Amid Ongoing Federal Case

Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at the Sherburne County Jail after he was found unresponsive in his cell on Thursday morning.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 13 2025

Coon Rapids Pet Fair Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Location and Expanded Activities

The annual Coon Rapids Pet Fair returns Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., marking its 10th anniversary with a brand-new location at the Coon Rapids Civic Center.

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Coon Rapids Pet Fair Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Location and Expanded Activities

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 13 2025

22 Arrested in Blaine Child Solicitation Sting

Blaine police announced Friday, September 12, that 22 individuals have been arrested and charged following a two-day child solicitation sting operation earlier this month.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

22 Arrested in Blaine Child Solicitation Sting

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