Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. Aug 11 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 2 - From Betrayal To Outright Defiance: The County Board’s Push To Seize Control Of Hennepin Healthcare

This is a follow-up to our August 1, 2025 editorial, “A Betrayal of Trust – The Perilous Plan to Undermine Hennepin Healthcare.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 2 - From Betrayal To Outright Defiance: The County Board’s Push To Seize Control Of Hennepin Healthcare

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 10 2025

Leader In Feeding Our Future Fraud Sentenced to 28 Years; Faces More Time for Juror Bribery

Abdiaziz Shafii Farah, 36, has been sentenced to 28 years in federal prison for his central role in the Feeding Our Future scandal.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Leader In Feeding Our Future Fraud Sentenced to 28 Years; Faces More Time for Juror Bribery

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday September 17

High: 85°

Low: 65°

Wind: 5 MPH S

Chance of rain: 74%

Heavy rain, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees. Mist in the morning, thundery outbreaks in nearby during the afternoon, mist for the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 10 2025

From Basement Beginnings To Soaring Skies: Inside EAA Chapter 25 with President John Schmidt

At a recent TCAN event, EAA Ch. 25 President John Schmidt shared how a love of flight evolved into one of Minnesota’s largest homebuilt aircraft communities

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended Until 8 A.M. For Parts Of Minnesota And Wisconsin

The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended Severe Thunderstorm Watch No. 578 until 8 a.m. CDT this morning, affecting large portions of Minnesota.

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended Until 8 A.M. For Parts Of Minnesota And Wisconsin

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Coon Rapids Celebrates 50 Years Of Senior Programming — And The Fun Is Just Getting Started

This year marks a golden milestone for the seniors of Coon Rapids: 50 years of dedicated senior programming.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Celebrates 50 Years Of Senior Programming — And The Fun Is Just Getting Started

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Primary For Melissa Hortman’s Minnesota House Seat Set For Tuesday August 12

Voters to choose Democratic nominee ahead of special election in September

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Primary For Melissa Hortman’s Minnesota House Seat Set For Tuesday August 12

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Brooklyn Center’s Health Fair Will Feature Mural Prep And 5K

Brooklyn Center’s Community Health Fair is Saturday, August 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

Coon Rapids Residential Growth Continues as City Extends Approval for 35-Unit Development

Tronson Reserve project reflects a smart growth vision in MDR zone.

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Coon Rapids Residential Growth Continues as City Extends Approval for 35-Unit Development

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Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

Three Victims Rescued, Ten Arrested in Statewide Human Trafficking Sting

BCA-led operation in St. Paul disrupts suspected trafficking ring, highlighting the ongoing fight against exploitation in Minnesota

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

Coon Rapids Residents Celebrate Community And Safety At Night To Unite

Coon Rapids came alive on Tuesday night as hundreds of residents gathered for the city’s annual Night to Unite celebration, an event aimed at strengthening neighborhood bonds.

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Coon Rapids Residents Celebrate Community And Safety At Night To Unite

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Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

New Hennepin Tech Programs Helps Students With Autism Learn Job Skills

A new program at Hennepin Technical College is helping students with autism get a leg up on the job market.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

Twin Cities Weekend Highway Closures: What You Need To Know

Motorists traveling through the Twin Cities metro area this weekend should prepare for multiple highway closures and detours as major road construction projects continues.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Twin Cities Weekend Highway Closures: What You Need To Know

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