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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL - THE FIRST RESPONDER DRONE DEBATE: WHAT MINNEAPOLIS IS REALLY BEING ASKED TO DECIDE

Minneapolis is weighing a first-responder drone program that supporters say could speed emergency response while critics warn of surveillance and mission-creep risks.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL - THE FIRST RESPONDER DRONE DEBATE: WHAT MINNEAPOLIS IS REALLY BEING ASKED TO DECIDE

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Generations of Cardinals to Reunite as Coon Rapids High School All-School Reunion Returns for Fourth of July Celebration

Generations of Coon Rapids High School alumni will reunite July 2, celebrating shared memories, community history, and Cardinal pride during the city's Fourth of July festivities.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Generations of Cardinals to Reunite as Coon Rapids High School All-School Reunion Returns for Fourth of July Celebration

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

PRINCE CELEBRATION 2026: A DECADE LATER, MINNESOTA PREPARES TO HONOR ITS Most Enduring Musical Son

A decade after Prince's death, Minnesota prepares to honor its hometown icon with concerts, tributes, and community celebrations across the Twin Cities.

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PRINCE CELEBRATION 2026: A DECADE LATER, MINNESOTA PREPARES TO HONOR ITS Most Enduring Musical Son

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

BUILDERS OF MINNESOTA | Dr. Luke Warnsholz and the Work of Stewardship - How a White Earth Nation Leader Is Thinking About Governance, Technology, Culture, and the Future of Tribal Institutions

Dr. Luke Warnsholz discusses leadership, stewardship, technology, and cultural preservation while preparing tribal institutions for future generations.

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BUILDERS OF MINNESOTA | Dr. Luke Warnsholz and the Work of Stewardship - How a White Earth Nation Leader Is Thinking About Governance, Technology, Culture, and the Future of Tribal Institutions

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Food with Friends: Woodbury Church Opens Its Doors for Free June Community Dinner

Woodbury’s free Food with Friends dinner invites neighbors to share a meal, build connections, and strengthen community at King of Kings Lutheran Church.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Food with Friends: Woodbury Church Opens Its Doors for Free June Community Dinner

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Residents Receive JFK Profile in Courage Award for Response to Federal Immigration Operation

Twin Cities residents received the 2026 Profile in Courage Award for organizing support, advocacy, and community response during federal immigration enforcement operations.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 2 2026

Minnesota Leads Nation in Farm Bankruptcies as Economic Pressures Intensify Across Agricultural Sector

Minnesota led the nation in farm bankruptcies as falling commodity prices, rising costs, higher interest rates, and policy uncertainty squeeze producers.

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Minnesota Leads Nation in Farm Bankruptcies as Economic Pressures Intensify Across Agricultural Sector

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 | The New Arrivals: Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Uzbekistan, Jordan and the Expanding Map of Football

World Cup 2026 welcomes first-time qualifiers Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Uzbekistan, and Jordan, reflecting football’s expanding global reach and opportunity.

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WORLD CUP 2026 | The New Arrivals: Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Uzbekistan, Jordan and the Expanding Map of Football

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Candidate Filing for Coon Rapids City Council and Mayor's Race Closes Tuesday as 2026 Municipal Election Takes Shape

Coon Rapids candidate filing closes June 2, finalizing the field for mayoral and City Council races that will shape local leadership through 2030.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Candidate Filing for Coon Rapids City Council and Mayor's Race Closes Tuesday as 2026 Municipal Election Takes Shape

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Remind Residents That a Simple Parking Choice Can Help Prevent Vehicle Theft

Coon Rapids Police urge residents to park in well-lit areas, noting visibility remains one of the simplest and most effective theft prevention tools.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Remind Residents That a Simple Parking Choice Can Help Prevent Vehicle Theft

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

THE POWER OF HER | Carrying the Record: Tracey Williams-Dillard, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, and the Responsibility of Stewardship

Tracey Williams-Dillard has spent decades preserving the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, leading through service, sacrifice, trust, and an unwavering commitment to community.

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THE POWER OF HER | Carrying the Record: Tracey Williams-Dillard, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, and the Responsibility of Stewardship

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Blaine Police Department Honors Longtime Volunteer Josh Swanson for Decades of Service, Leadership, and Resilience

Blaine honored longtime volunteer Josh Swanson, whose decades of service, leadership, and resilience have strengthened the 3M Open and community life.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Blaine Police Department Honors Longtime Volunteer Josh Swanson for Decades of Service, Leadership, and Resilience

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota's 2026 Statewide Races Take Shape as Parties Endorse Candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate

Minnesota’s 2026 races took shape as parties endorsed candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, setting up high-stakes battles for two open offices.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota's 2026 Statewide Races Take Shape as Parties Endorse Candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | Everybody Thinks They're The Reasonable One.

Everybody thinks they're the reasonable one. Philosophy Jane explores why neighbors, drivers, coworkers, families, and strangers all believe they're the voice of common sense.

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | East Bethel Daycare Worker Charged After Surveillance Video Allegedly Captures Assaults on Children

East Bethel daycare worker Emily Kernanen faces assault charges after surveillance video allegedly showed her striking two children at a childcare center.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | East Bethel Daycare Worker Charged After Surveillance Video Allegedly Captures Assaults on Children

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Anoka Community Mission's Weekly Food Distribution Continues to Serve Families Facing Rising Food Costs

Anoka Community Mission’s weekly food distribution helps families access groceries, children’s essentials, and support amid rising food and living costs.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Anoka Community Mission's Weekly Food Distribution Continues to Serve Families Facing Rising Food Costs

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Winds Closes Inaugural Season at Orchestra Hall, Marking Milestone for Professional Concert Band Music in Minnesota

Minnesota Winds closed its inaugural season at Orchestra Hall, advancing a bold vision for professional concert band music in Minnesota.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Winds Closes Inaugural Season at Orchestra Hall, Marking Milestone for Professional Concert Band Music in Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Pull Back the Curtain on Traffic Tickets, Revenue Myths, and Road Safety

Blaine Police debunked ticket-revenue myths, explaining that traffic enforcement focuses on safety, not profit, and citation revenue largely bypasses the department.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Pull Back the Curtain on Traffic Tickets, Revenue Myths, and Road Safety

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park's Tater Daze Brings Thousands Together for a Celebration of Community, Culture, and Civic Pride

Brooklyn Park’s Tater Daze drew thousands for a celebration of community, culture, food, entertainment, and civic pride rooted in the city’s history.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park's Tater Daze Brings Thousands Together for a Celebration of Community, Culture, and Civic Pride

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Coon Rapids Sat. May 30 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | A Hundred Teenagers Organized in Twenty Minutes. I'm Still Looking for My Glasses.

Cranky Don Joe humorously tackles Brooklyn Center’s park takeovers, social media, fireworks, and generational confusion with wit and community perspective.

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SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | A Hundred Teenagers Organized in Twenty Minutes. I'm Still Looking for My Glasses.

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