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Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 10 2025

Two Men Charged in $75,000 Red Bull EBT Fraud Scheme

Two Romanians facing felony charges in Anoka County after allegedly using stolen Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to purchase nearly $75,000 worth of Red Bull energy drinks.

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Two Men Charged in $75,000 Red Bull EBT Fraud Scheme

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Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 10 2025

Anoka County Construction Update: Major Road and Bridge Projects Advance Into Final Stages

Several major infrastructure projects across Anoka County are entering their final phases as the 2025 construction season winds down.

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Anoka County Construction Update: Major Road and Bridge Projects Advance Into Final Stages

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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 9 2025

Coon Rapids Farmers Market Concludes Successful Season with Local Vendors and Artisans

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market wrapped up its 2025 season, Wednesday, October 8, following a successful summer & fall run that brought together local growers, bakers, and artisans.

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Coon Rapids Farmers Market Concludes Successful Season with Local Vendors and Artisans

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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 9 2025

Minnesota Supreme Court Mandates Counties Pay Legal Fees for Mentally Ill Defendants Awaiting State Placement

Minnesota Supreme Court rules that counties must pay the legal fees of mentally ill defendants who seek court orders compelling the state to admit them into treatment facilities.

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Minnesota Supreme Court Mandates Counties Pay Legal Fees for Mentally Ill Defendants Awaiting State Placement

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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 9 2025

Anoka County Emergency Communications Center Seeks Public Safety Telecommunicators as Application Deadline Nears

The Anoka County Emergency Communications Center is actively recruiting for the critical position of Public Safety Telecommunicator.

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Anoka County Emergency Communications Center Seeks Public Safety Telecommunicators as Application Deadline Nears

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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 9 2025

Anoka County Sheriff's Office Shines Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is publicly reaffirming its support for Domestic Violence Awareness Month by illuminating the front of its Andover office in purple.

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Anoka County Sheriff's Office Shines Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 9 2025

Blaine Police Department Seeks Mental Health Coordinator to Strengthen Community Support

The Blaine Police Department has announced a major hiring initiative, actively seeking a dedicated Mental Health Coordinator to join its team.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 8 2025

Minnesota CEOs Spotlight AI and Leadership at North Star Summit

Star Tribune’s inaugural North Star Summit saw three of Minnesota’s most influential business leaders come for a candid talk on AI, leadership, and future of innovation.

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Minnesota CEOs Spotlight AI and Leadership at North Star Summit

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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 8 2025

Coon Rapids Police and Alexandra House Partner to Shine a Light on Domestic Violence

The Coon Rapids Police Department is reinforcing its commitment to community safety and support by partnering with Alexandra House to ending domestic and sexual violence.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 8 2025

Anoka Moves to Make “Sip-and-Stroll” Permanent: Social District Now Year-Round

The Anoka City Council has unanimously approved a measure to make the city’s downtown social district a year-round attraction.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 8 2025

Anoka County Library to Host ‘Petite Concert’ Bringing Classical Music to Young Families

The Anoka County Library will host a special Petite Concert – Classical Music Event for Families on Friday, October 17, from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 8 2025

Centerville City Council Approves 2026 Preliminary Budget and General Fund Levy

Centerville City Council has approved the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026, setting the general fund levy at $4,358,694, an 8.17% increase over the 2025 levy of $4,029,435.

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