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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 17 2026

Minnesota Lawmakers Weigh Plan to Consolidate Suburban Transit Under Metro Transit

Minnesota wants to merge suburban transit into Metro Transit. Suburban leaders say no. One region, one system, or local control? The debate is on.

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Minnesota Lawmakers Weigh Plan to Consolidate Suburban Transit Under Metro Transit

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 17 2026

State Futures Launches Federal Response Coalition and National Immigration Bill TrackerState Futures Launches Federal Response Coalition and National Immigration Bill Tracker

Minneapolis shootings sparked a national response. 100 state lawmakers. 33 states. 200 bills. A new coalition says civil liberties are not negotiable.

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State Futures Launches Federal Response Coalition and National Immigration Bill TrackerState Futures Launches Federal Response Coalition and National Immigration Bill Tracker

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: Women Entrepreneurs Building Minnesota’s Future

From Madam C.J. Walker to Doris Sorenson's Maurices empire, women built Minnesota's economy with courage, vision and purpose. Their businesses created jobs and changed lives.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: Women Entrepreneurs Building Minnesota’s Future

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

After Eight Inches of Snow, Coon Rapids Crews Push Through the Night to Restore the City’s Streets

Eight inches hit Coon Rapids Sunday. Crews plowed through the night. Full residential clear underway since 4:30am Monday. Move your car, clear your hydrant, let them work.

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After Eight Inches of Snow, Coon Rapids Crews Push Through the Night to Restore the City’s Streets

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

Anoka-Hennepin Schools Remain Open Monday Following Major Weekend Winter Storm

Anoka-Hennepin's 37,000 students head back Monday after the weekend blizzard. Roads cleared overnight. Buses may run late. Dress warm. Parents can keep kids home if needed.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

Anoka and Blaine High Schools Earn Top Honors at BPA State Leadership Conference, Advance to National Competition

Anoka and Blaine High Schools dominated BPA State. 43 students head to nationals in Nashville this May. 17 state titles. One advisor of the year. Next gen leaders are ready.

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Anoka and Blaine High Schools Earn Top Honors at BPA State Leadership Conference, Advance to National Competition

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

Insurance Dispute Leaves Pediatric Therapy Clinic With Growing Waitlist in Anoka County

Blue Cross denied Berg Therapy's network request in Blaine. Now 40 kids wait for care that exists but insurance won't cover. Early intervention is time sensitive. Fix the network.

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Insurance Dispute Leaves Pediatric Therapy Clinic With Growing Waitlist in Anoka County

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 16 2026

THE POWER OF HER | Dr. Aja Dionna King: The Quiet Authority of Healing and the Work of Restoring Human Dignity

Dr. Aja Dionna King has spent 20 years helping people heal through listening, courage and brave defiance. Her message is simple and powerful. You get to define your own life.

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THE POWER OF HER | Dr. Aja Dionna King: The Quiet Authority of Healing and the Work of Restoring Human Dignity

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 15 2026

Coon Rapids Mobilizes Full Snow Response as Major Winter Storm Bears Down on the Twin Cities

Coon Rapids mobilizes full snow response Sunday at 6 a.m. 12–18 inches. 55 mph gusts. 400 lane miles to clear. Move your car. Clear your hydrant.

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Coon Rapids Mobilizes Full Snow Response as Major Winter Storm Bears Down on the Twin Cities

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 15 2026

Blaine Urges Residents to Clear Streets as Major Winter Storm Approaches the Twin Cities

278 miles of Blaine streets need clearing this weekend. A major storm is coming. Move your car. Give plows room. Let emergency crews through.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 15 2026

Minnesota Health Officials Urge Private Well Owners to Test Drinking Water Regularly

1.1 million Minnesotans drink from private wells. Bacteria. Arsenic. Lead. Nitrate. Clear water is not safe water. Test yours. mdh.mn.gov.

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Minnesota Health Officials Urge Private Well Owners to Test Drinking Water Regularly

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 15 2026

Leadership Transition in Minnesota’s Largest School District

38,000 students. Minnesota's largest district. Anoka-Hennepin's superintendent won't renew. Who leads next and how they're chosen matters deeply.

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