Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Dr. Oliver Williams Has Spent a Lifetime Helping Others Heal. Today, Minnesota Has an Opportunity to Help Save His Life.

Special Report: Renowned Minnesota scholar Dr. Oliver Williams seeks a living kidney donor as he battles kidney failure, hoping to continue serving others.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Dr. Oliver Williams Has Spent a Lifetime Helping Others Heal. Today, Minnesota Has an Opportunity to Help Save His Life.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Invites Residents to Step Into Local Leadership Through Interactive City Commissions Workshop

Brooklyn Park invites residents to a free July 16 workshop on city commissions, civic leadership, and how to help shape local decisions through public service.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Invites Residents to Step Into Local Leadership Through Interactive City Commissions Workshop

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Coon Rapids Weather: Tuesday July 21

High: 83°

Low: 65°

Wind: 13 MPH NW

Chance of rain: 3%

Sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees. Cloudy in the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon, sunny during the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Marathon to Move to Mid-October Beginning in 2027 as Organizers Respond to a Warming Climate

Twin Cities Marathon will move to mid-October starting in 2027 to reduce heat risks, improve runner safety, and adapt to Minnesota's warming climate.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Marathon to Move to Mid-October Beginning in 2027 as Organizers Respond to a Warming Climate

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

Egypt's World Cup exit reignites debate over FIFA officiating, VAR consistency, transparency, and whether all nations receive equal treatment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

World Cup 2026: Argentina rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2, while Switzerland edged Colombia on penalties to complete the quarterfinal lineup.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

Coon Rapids' free Summer Concert Series returns July 9 with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, featuring classic rock and roll at 7 p.m.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

Coon Rapids residents have until July 10 to register neighborhood parties for Night to Unite, Aug. 4, and qualify for police, fire and swag bag visits.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park's 2026 election season begins July 14 with a free, nonpartisan candidate forum for Minnesota Senate District 38 and House Districts 38A & 38B.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

Hundreds of Minnesota faith leaders rallied at the State Capitol, urging protection of voting rights and encouraging safe, free and accessible elections for all.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | A Decade Later, Minnesota Reflects on the Legacy of Philando Castile

Ten years after Philando Castile's death, Minnesota reflects on his legacy as communities honor his life and reforms continue shaping policing and justice.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | A Decade Later, Minnesota Reflects on the Legacy of Philando Castile

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 26 Report: Spain Ends Ronaldo's Final World Cup, Belgium Eliminates the United States, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Complete

Spain ended Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup with a stoppage-time win, while Belgium routed the U.S. 4-1 to complete the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal field.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 26 Report: Spain Ends Ronaldo's Final World Cup, Belgium Eliminates the United States, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Complete

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids' Free 'Rec on the Spot' Program Brings Summer Recreation Directly to Neighborhood Parks

Coon Rapids' free Rec on the Spot program brings games, sports and crafts to neighborhood parks through Aug. 13 for youth ages 5–14, no registration required.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids' Free 'Rec on the Spot' Program Brings Summer Recreation Directly to Neighborhood Parks

Tom Akaolisa Editor