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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 28 Report: Quarterfinalists Regroup, Egypt's Protest Dominates Global Headlines, and the Tournament Enters Its Final Competitive Phase

World Cup quarterfinalists regrouped as Egypt protested key VAR decisions in its loss to Argentina, while the tournament entered its decisive final phase.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Expands Water Conservation Measures as Drought Pressures Continue Across Minnesota

Coon Rapids expanded water conservation measures, urging early morning watering, odd-even irrigation, and reduced outdoor water use amid ongoing drought.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Walz Administration Announces $40 Million Investment to Help Prevent Homelessness for an Estimated 11,000 Minnesota Households

Minnesota will invest $40M to help an estimated 11,000 households avoid homelessness through emergency housing assistance and local community partners.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Dr. Oliver Williams Has Spent a Lifetime Helping Others Heal. Today, Minnesota Has an Opportunity to Help Save His Life.

Special Report: Renowned Minnesota scholar Dr. Oliver Williams seeks a living kidney donor as he battles kidney failure, hoping to continue serving others.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Invites Residents to Step Into Local Leadership Through Interactive City Commissions Workshop

Brooklyn Park invites residents to a free July 16 workshop on city commissions, civic leadership, and how to help shape local decisions through public service.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Marathon to Move to Mid-October Beginning in 2027 as Organizers Respond to a Warming Climate

Twin Cities Marathon will move to mid-October starting in 2027 to reduce heat risks, improve runner safety, and adapt to Minnesota's warming climate.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

Egypt's World Cup exit reignites debate over FIFA officiating, VAR consistency, transparency, and whether all nations receive equal treatment.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

World Cup 2026: Argentina rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2, while Switzerland edged Colombia on penalties to complete the quarterfinal lineup.

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WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

Coon Rapids' free Summer Concert Series returns July 9 with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, featuring classic rock and roll at 7 p.m.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

Coon Rapids residents have until July 10 to register neighborhood parties for Night to Unite, Aug. 4, and qualify for police, fire and swag bag visits.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park's 2026 election season begins July 14 with a free, nonpartisan candidate forum for Minnesota Senate District 38 and House Districts 38A & 38B.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

Hundreds of Minnesota faith leaders rallied at the State Capitol, urging protection of voting rights and encouraging safe, free and accessible elections for all.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | A Decade Later, Minnesota Reflects on the Legacy of Philando Castile

Ten years after Philando Castile's death, Minnesota reflects on his legacy as communities honor his life and reforms continue shaping policing and justice.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | A Decade Later, Minnesota Reflects on the Legacy of Philando Castile

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 26 Report: Spain Ends Ronaldo's Final World Cup, Belgium Eliminates the United States, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Complete

Spain ended Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup with a stoppage-time win, while Belgium routed the U.S. 4-1 to complete the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal field.

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WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 26 Report: Spain Ends Ronaldo's Final World Cup, Belgium Eliminates the United States, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Complete

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids' Free 'Rec on the Spot' Program Brings Summer Recreation Directly to Neighborhood Parks

Coon Rapids' free Rec on the Spot program brings games, sports and crafts to neighborhood parks through Aug. 13 for youth ages 5–14, no registration required.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids' Free 'Rec on the Spot' Program Brings Summer Recreation Directly to Neighborhood Parks

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Free Book Buggie Continues Statewide Literacy Mission with July Tour Bringing Thousands of Free Books to Minnesota Children

The Free Book Buggie will visit Minnesota communities this July, giving free books to children and teens while promoting literacy and helping families build home libraries.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Free Book Buggie Continues Statewide Literacy Mission with July Tour Bringing Thousands of Free Books to Minnesota Children

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Records Fewer Firearm Homicides in 2025, but Rising Gun Suicides Continue to Drive State's Gun Death Toll

Minnesota firearm homicides fell in 2025, but gun suicides reached a new high, accounting for 77% of firearm deaths, according to new state health data.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Records Fewer Firearm Homicides in 2025, but Rising Gun Suicides Continue to Drive State's Gun Death Toll

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Mandates Anonymous Threat Reporting Systems in Every Public School to Strengthen Violence Prevention

Minnesota will require every public school to implement anonymous threat reporting systems by 2028, aiming to identify warning signs and prevent school violence.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Mandates Anonymous Threat Reporting Systems in Every Public School to Strengthen Violence Prevention

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 6 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 25 Report: Haaland Topples Brazil, England Survives Azteca Chaos, and the Quarterfinals Take Shape

Norway stunned Brazil behind Erling Haaland's brace, while England outlasted Mexico in a dramatic thriller to complete the latest World Cup quarterfinalists.

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WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 25 Report: Haaland Topples Brazil, England Survives Azteca Chaos, and the Quarterfinals Take Shape

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Returns to Regular Operations Following Independence Day Holiday; Recycling Center Reopens Tuesday, City Council Meets This Week

Coon Rapids resumes normal operations after the holiday. The Recycling Center reopens Tuesday, and the City Council returns for its first July meeting.

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