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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 30 2025

Coon Rapids Walmart To Close In August, Marking Second North Metro Closure In Recent Years

The Walmart store in Coon Rapids is slated to close its doors permanently on August 29, 2025.

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 30 2025

Anoka County Invites Public To Open House For New Coon Lake Shop In Columbus

Anoka County is extending an invitation to the public for an open house celebrating the grand opening of its new Coon Lake Shop.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 30 2025

Anoka County Set To Receive Over $660K In First Year Of New Five-Year SHIP Grant To Promote Healthier Communities

Anoka County is poised to continue its commitment to community health through a renewed partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 30 2025

Hennepin County Commissioners Weighing Takeover Of HCMC Amid Mounting Financial Crisis

Hennepin County Commissioners are taking decisive steps toward a potential governance overhaul of Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC).

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Hennepin County Commissioners Weighing Takeover Of HCMC Amid Mounting Financial Crisis

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 30 2025

Court Orders Embattled Developer To Repay Somali Families For Lakeville Homes He Never Built

Latest ruling marks turning point in Minnesota’s response to the Nolosha Development scandal

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Court Orders Embattled Developer To Repay Somali Families For Lakeville Homes He Never Built

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 29 2025

Governor Walz Receives Five Judicial Recommendations For 10th District Vacancies

The Minnesota Commission on Judicial Selection has recommended five distinguished attorneys to Governor Tim Walz for consideration to fill two vacancies in.

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Governor Walz Receives Five Judicial Recommendations For 10th District Vacancies

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 29 2025

Governor Walz Announces $33 Million Investment In Minnesota Small Businesses

Governor Tim Walz has announced a $33.3 million investment aimed at supporting 225 emerging and expanding small businesses across Minnesota.

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Governor Walz Announces $33 Million Investment In Minnesota Small Businesses

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 29 2025

Kurt Kitayama Captures Stunning Victory At 2025 3M Open in Blaine

In a weekend turnaround that defied expectations, American golfer Kurt Kitayama clinched his second PGA Tour title at the 2025 3M Open, finishing at 23 under par.

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Kurt Kitayama Captures Stunning Victory At 2025 3M Open in Blaine

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 29 2025

Anoka Launches Safe Road Zone Initiative To Curb Speeding And Protect Pedestrians

Speeding might seem like a minor offense to some drivers, but in areas dense with schools, community facilities, and pedestrian traffic, it becomes a serious public safety concern.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 29 2025

Maple Trees Turning Colors Early Due To Excessive Moisture

If you’ve noticed some maple trees turning to fall colors already this summer, you’re not alone. Heavy rainfall and excessive watering are making some maple trees turn early.

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Maple Trees Turning Colors Early Due To Excessive Moisture

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

Minneapolis Endures 101° Heat Index, Severe Storms Loom

Residents of Minneapolis are experiencing a prolonged period of intense summer weather today, with the heat index soaring to a scorching 101°F.

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Minneapolis Endures 101° Heat Index, Severe Storms Loom

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

Coon Rapids "Touch-a-Truck" Event Delights Families And Supports Toys For Joy Charity Initiative

Over the weekend, Coon Rapids became a playground for the young and young-at-heart with the "Touch-a-Truck" event at Riverdale Village.

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Coon Rapids Touch-a-Truck Event Delights Families And Supports Toys For Joy Charity Initiative

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

Golden Valley Mayor Raises Concerns About Police Staffing With Chief Still On Leave

It’s been about a month since the city of Golden Valley put its police chief on administrative leave.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

Mankato Announces Event Staff Openings at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, Offers Competitive Pay and Flexible Hours

City of Mankato is inviting community members to be part of the action behind the scenes at one of the region’s most dynamic venues—the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.

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Mankato Announces Event Staff Openings at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, Offers Competitive Pay and Flexible Hours

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

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Celebrating Muslim Women And The Contributions They Make To Our Communities

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Coon Rapids Hosts Final 2025 “Summer In The City” Neighborhood Meeting On July 29

Coon Rapids residents are invited to the final installment of this year’s Summer in the City neighborhood meeting series, taking place on Tuesday, July 29.

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Coon Rapids Hosts Final 2025 “Summer In The City” Neighborhood Meeting On July 29

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

SCHEELS Announces Massive New Sporting Goods Store In Blaine, Minnesota, Opening Spring 2028

SCHEELS, the employee-owned all-sports mega-retailer based in Fargo, North Dakota, has announced plans to open a new flagship store in Blaine, Minnesota.

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SCHEELS Announces Massive New Sporting Goods Store In Blaine, Minnesota, Opening Spring 2028

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

3M Open: Sunday Showdown Looms As Leaderboard Packs Tight At TPC Twin Cities

Golf fans are in for a thrilling finale at the 3M Open this Sunday, as the leaderboard at TPC Twin Cities is jammed with contenders.

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3M Open: Sunday Showdown Looms As Leaderboard Packs Tight At TPC Twin Cities

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Ruth Bittner, Lone Republican In Minnesota House Special Election, Emphasizes “Stability and Security”

With the tragic assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, the special election to fill the vacant House District 34B seat has taken on extraordinary weight.

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Ruth Bittner, Lone Republican In Minnesota House Special Election, Emphasizes “Stability and Security”

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Ben Johnson Announces Retirement From Osseo Legion Baseball Program

After a decade of leadership, dedication, and hometown pride, Ben Johnson has announced he will retire as co-head coach of the Osseo American Legion Post 172 baseball team.

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Ben Johnson Announces Retirement From Osseo Legion Baseball Program

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