Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 14 2025 Coon Rapids Police Release November 2025 Monthly Service Call Recap Coon Rapids Police released their November 2025 recap, reporting 4,017 calls for service, down 326 from October, offering a snapshot of citywide public safety activity. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 14 2025 Behind the Badge: Anoka County Sheriff’s Office “Shop With A Cop 2025” Brings Holiday Support to Local Students Anoka County Sheriff’s Office revived its 2025 Shop With a Cop program, pairing students needing support with deputies and staff for a day of generosity and community connection. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 14 2025 St. Paul Man Accused of Killing Maplewood Woman After Wife Discovered Affair; Suspect Hospitalized After Shooting Himself St. Paul man, Joseph Wiggins, 57, charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Amy Doverspike, 55, in Maplewood; he remains hospitalized after an attempted suicide. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 14 2025 Community United Methodist Church Continues Twice Monthly Community Dinner in Columbia Heights Community United Methodist Church in Columbia Heights has long hosted a recurring Community Dinner, providing neighbors with a warm, free meal in a welcoming, accessible setting. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 14 2025 MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS: Catching Up With Minnesota’s Jackson Fuller in Poland (Interview II – Full Conversation) Jackson Fuller, settled into life with Fudeko GAS Gdańsk, is earning trust, finding his rhythm as the Minnesota native grows, competes, and thrives in Poland’s pro hockey scene. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 13 2025 LAST CALL: Coon Rapids ‘Season of Giving’ Drive Ends Monday, December 15 Coon Rapids is making a final call for donations to its Season of Giving drive, ending Dec. 15, supporting local nonprofits serving families, seniors, and survivors. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 13 2025 Coon Rapids Police Department seeks volunteer Reserve Officer to support community safety Coon Rapids is seeking volunteers for its Police Reserve Unit, a non-sworn, unarmed program that supports public safety through community events and high-demand activities. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 13 2025 Coon Rapids Triple Homicide: Final Defendant Convicted A jury convicted Omari Malik Shumpert, 20, on 10 of 11 counts in the Jan. 2024 Coon Rapids triple homicide. He was acquitted on one count; sentencing Jan. 9. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 13 2025 Public Comment Sought for Anoka County Hazard Mitigation Plan Anoka County seeks public input on its draft Hazard Mitigation Plan, which outlines strategies to reduce disaster risks and maintain eligibility for FEMA assistance. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 13 2025 Blue Christmas Service Offers Space for Healing and Reflection in St. Paul St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church will host a Blue Christmas Service, Sunday, Dec. 14 (4 p.m.), offering a quiet, reflective space for those who struggle during the holidays Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 12 2025 MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minneapolis Is Hurting. City Hall Is Not Listening. After a contentious election, Minneapolis leaders approved an 8% tax hike, pay raises amid homelessness, violence, and mental health crises, leaving many residents feeling insulted Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 12 2025 Coon Rapids Police Department Opens Registration for Seven Week Community Police Academy Coon Rapids starts registrations for its free 7-week Community Police Academy, running Tuesday evenings Jan. 13–Feb. 24, offering residents an in-depth look at modern policing. Tom Akaolisa Editor