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Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 14 2025

Anoka County Sheriff's Office to Host Santa and Rory the Aurorasaurus at HOPE 4 Youth’s “Out of the Cold” Event

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office again partners with HOPE 4 Youth to host the annual "Out of the Cold" community event, aimed at supporting pathways to end youth homelessness.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Sheriff's Office to Host Santa and Rory the Aurorasaurus at HOPE 4 Youth’s “Out of the Cold” Event

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 14 2025

St. Francis School Board Advances Work-Based Learning Program, Highlights Literacy Gains and Wellness Efforts

St. Francis School Board advanced a work-based learning program, noted gains in literacy and student wellness, and discussed health compliance, staffing, and community engagement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Monday December 29

High: 14°

Low: 5°

Wind: 19 MPH NW

Chance of snow: 11%

Light freezing rain, with a high of 14 and low of 5 degrees. Overcast in the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon and evening, light freezing rain overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 14 2025

Decades in the Making: Highway 610 Corridor Completed, Boosting Connectivity in North Metro

After 50 years of planning and construction, the Highway 610 project is complete. Leaders gathered Monday in Maple Grove to celebrate opening the final $58.3 million segment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Decades in the Making: Highway 610 Corridor Completed, Boosting Connectivity in North Metro

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Price of Political Neglect: 43 Days That Broke America’s Faith

After 43 days, the U.S. government will reopen, ending a shutdown that left millions struggling. The crisis exposed deep scars and the fragility of democracy amid failed leadership

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Price of Political Neglect: 43 Days That Broke America’s Faith

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Coon Rapids Launches Annual Fall Street Sweeping Program, Issues Brown Water Advisory

Residents urged to cooperate as city crews conduct multiple sweeps before Thanksgiving

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Launches Annual Fall Street Sweeping Program, Issues Brown Water Advisory

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

DNA Breakthrough Identifies Parents of ‘Rachel Marie Doe’ in 42-Year-Old Blaine Cold Case

Anoka County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit identified the parents of “Rachel Marie Doe,” solving a 42-year-old mystery that haunted Blaine and the wider community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

DNA Breakthrough Identifies Parents of ‘Rachel Marie Doe’ in 42-Year-Old Blaine Cold Case

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Blaine Police Partner with HOPE 4 Youth for Third Annual ‘Out of the Cold’ Drive to Combat Youth Homelessness

ChatGPT said: As Minnesota freezes, Blaine PD and HOPE 4 Youth launch the 3rd annual “Out of the Cold” drive to aid youth homelessness in northern Twin Cities and Anoka.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police Partner with HOPE 4 Youth for Third Annual ‘Out of the Cold’ Drive to Combat Youth Homelessness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Minnesota Gun-Rights Group Threatens Lawsuit as Edina Drafts Local Firearms Ordinance

The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus warned Edina it will sue if the city enacts a proposed firearms ordinance, citing state law that reserves gun regulation to the Legislature.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Gun-Rights Group Threatens Lawsuit as Edina Drafts Local Firearms Ordinance

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Senator Ron Latz Criticizes Fairview-UMP Agreement, Citing Exclusion of University of Minnesota Leadership

A new 10-year Fairview–UMP agreement for the University of Minnesota Medical School drew criticism from Sen. Ron Latz and raised concerns about the school’s future.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senator Ron Latz Criticizes Fairview-UMP Agreement, Citing Exclusion of University of Minnesota Leadership

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Leadership When It Matters: Governor Walz Stands Up for Minnesotans in a Federal Crisis

In early Nov. 2025, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans relying on SNAP and MFIP faced immediate hunger as the federal shutdown put essential food and support at risk.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Leadership When It Matters: Governor Walz Stands Up for Minnesotans in a Federal Crisis

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar Returns November 13: Shop Local, Support Charities, and Celebrate Community

The Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar & Flea Market returns Nov. 13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at 11155 Robinson Dr. NW, offering shopping, socializing, and support for local causes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar Returns November 13: Shop Local, Support Charities, and Celebrate Community

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Supreme Court Extends Block on Full SNAP Payments as Government Shutdown Deal Nears

The U.S. Supreme Court extended its block on full SNAP benefits Tuesday, prolonging uncertainty for millions as Congress nears resolution of the federal shutdown.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Supreme Court Extends Block on Full SNAP Payments as Government Shutdown Deal Nears

Tom Akaolisa Editor