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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER | When Someone Says, "Keep Going"

A heartfelt gesture of support from Dralandra Larkins reminds MinneapoliMedia’s publisher that community journalism is seen, valued and worth continuing.

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A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER | When Someone Says, Keep Going

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair Draws Overwhelming Response, Signaling Demand for Black Literary Spaces in Minnesota

The inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair drew more than 2,000 registrations, revealing strong demand for Black literary spaces, authors and stories in Minnesota.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair Draws Overwhelming Response, Signaling Demand for Black Literary Spaces in Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA WEEKEND GUIDE UPDATE | Things to Do Across the Twin Cities, Sunday, August 23, 2026

Sunday’s Twin Cities guide features farmers markets, theater, sunflower fields, family fun, free Lake Harriet concerts and a twilight circus on Raspberry Island.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA WEEKEND GUIDE UPDATE | Things to Do Across the Twin Cities, Sunday, August 23, 2026

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Council Raises Ice Center Rates, Advances Alcohol and Cannabinoid Ordinances

Coon Rapids raises Ice Center rental rates and advances proposed changes to alcohol and cannabinoid regulations, while reviewing school plans and public concerns.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Council Raises Ice Center Rates, Advances Alcohol and Cannabinoid Ordinances

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Lawmakers Plan Renewed Push for License-Plate Camera Regulations in 2027 SAINT PAUL, MN (August 23, 2026)

Minnesota lawmakers plan to revive license-plate camera regulations in 2027, targeting data retention, federal access, privacy protections and enforcement rules.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Lawmakers Plan Renewed Push for License-Plate Camera Regulations in 2027 SAINT PAUL, MN (August 23, 2026)

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | We Clean the House for People Who Know How We Live

Philosophy Jane cleans frantically for guests who know how she lives, only to discover that a home looks best when it's lived in, loved in, and a little messy.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

Minnesota State Fair visitors will have a new free Grandstand concert option after organizers announced that Hairball and special guest Slave Raider will perform Tuesday, September 1.

Hairball and Minneapolis hard-rock band Slave Raider will perform a free Minnesota State Fair Grandstand concert Sept. 1, replacing the canceled Rod Stewart show.

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Minnesota State Fair visitors will have a new free Grandstand concert option after organizers announced that Hairball and special guest Slave Raider will perform Tuesday, September 1.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Saint Paul Firefighters Rescue Woman and Toddler While Responding to Three Fires in 90 Minutes SAINT PAUL, MN (August 23, 2026)

Saint Paul firefighters battled three fires in 90 minutes Saturday, rescuing a woman and toddler from a burning duplex and treating one injured firefighter.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Saint Paul Firefighters Rescue Woman and Toddler While Responding to Three Fires in 90 Minutes SAINT PAUL, MN (August 23, 2026)

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Jake Lang and Others Arrested on Probable-Cause Riot Allegations Following Minneapolis City Hall Confrontation MINNEAPOLIS, MN (August 23, 2026)

Jake Lang and others were arrested on probable-cause riot allegations after vehicles drove toward a crowd outside Minneapolis City Hall.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Jake Lang and Others Arrested on Probable-Cause Riot Allegations Following Minneapolis City Hall Confrontation MINNEAPOLIS, MN (August 23, 2026)

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Council Raises Ice Center Rates, Advances Alcohol and Cannabinoid Ordinances

Coon Rapids approved higher Ice Center rental rates and advanced proposed changes to alcohol and cannabinoid-business regulations requiring further council action.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Unveils Long-Term Vision for Brooklyn Boulevard Corridor

Brooklyn Park’s draft Brooklyn Boulevard plan calls for new housing, safer streets, stronger businesses and public spaces tied to the future Blue Line extension.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twins Surrender Four-Run Lead in 7-5 Loss to Padres as Wild-Card Race Tightens

The Twins blew a four-run lead in a 7-5 loss to San Diego, dropping their second straight game as the American League wild-card race grows tighter.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA WEEKEND GUIDE UPDATE | Things to Do Across the Twin Cities, August 22–23, 2026

Plan your Twin Cities weekend with markets, music, theater, family activities, outdoor movies, festivals and more happening across the metro August 22–23.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA WEEKEND GUIDE UPDATE | Things to Do Across the Twin Cities, August 22–23, 2026

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS UPDATE | Nearly 1,000 Register for Inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair in North Minneapolis

Nearly 1,000 people registered for Minneapolis’ inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair, celebrating Black authors, booksellers, publishers and literary culture.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS UPDATE | Nearly 1,000 Register for Inaugural Midwest Black Book Fair in North Minneapolis

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS UPDATE | Anoka County Attorney Orders Review of Andrea Sampson’s Past Casework

Anoka County is reviewing former prosecutor Andrea Sampson’s past cases to determine whether alleged criminal conduct affected her official work.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Forget Coachella, Apparently the Minnesota State Fair Is an Influencer Destination Now

Cranky Don Joe discovers the Minnesota State Fair is now an influencer destination and argues Minnesota’s cows, butter heads and cheese curds beat Coachella.

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SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Forget Coachella, Apparently the Minnesota State Fair Is an Influencer Destination Now

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Man Charged in Theft of Approximately $50,000 in Artwork From Minneapolis Studio

A Minneapolis man faces felony burglary charges after police recovered much of an estimated $50,000 in artwork stolen from artist Leon Hushcha’s North Loop studio.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Man Charged in Theft of Approximately $50,000 in Artwork From Minneapolis Studio

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal Initiative Launched to Improve Response When Autistic People Go Missing

Federal officials launched an initiative to improve alerts and coordination when autistic people go missing, with a national framework still in development.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal Initiative Launched to Improve Response When Autistic People Go Missing

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Highway 280 Reopens Ahead of Minnesota State Fair After Months of Construction

Highway 280 has reopened between I-94 and Highway 36/I-35W ahead of the Minnesota State Fair, though some construction work will continue this fall.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Highway 280 Reopens Ahead of Minnesota State Fair After Months of Construction

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Court Orders and Agreements Restrict Ten Alleged Gang Members From Minnesota State Fair

Ten alleged members of two rival gangs are barred from the Minnesota State Fair after officials cited plans for a possible confrontation on August 29.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Court Orders and Agreements Restrict Ten Alleged Gang Members From Minnesota State Fair

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