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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | MINNESOTA MATTERS: As Lawmakers Return, Minnesota Enters the Defining Stretch of Its 2026 Legislative Session

Minnesota lawmakers return to a divided Capitol facing gridlock, with key decisions on bonding, affordability, and oversight hinging on bipartisan compromise.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | MINNESOTA MATTERS: As Lawmakers Return, Minnesota Enters the Defining Stretch of Its 2026 Legislative Session

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

Coon Rapids to Host Bike Rodeo Focused on Youth Safety and Skill Building

Coon Rapids hosts a free Bike Rodeo at Lions Coon Creek Park, teaching youth safe riding skills through hands-on stations, obstacle courses, and bike fitting.

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Coon Rapids to Host Bike Rodeo Focused on Youth Safety and Skill Building

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

Blaine Police Report 5,154 Calls for Service in March, Traffic Stops and Medical Calls Lead Activity

Blaine Police handled 5,154 calls in March, led by traffic stops and medical incidents, reflecting rising demand and diverse public safety needs in a growing city.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Builders of Minnesota: Inside Firnela - From Four Years in Silence to a Minnesota Launch That Could Reshape Hospitality Work

Firnela launches in Minnesota after four years, offering a staffing platform that connects vetted workers and businesses, aiming to reshape hospitality labor.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

Immigrant Rapid Response Fund Concludes Emergency Phase After Distributing $12 Million Across Minnesota

Minnesota’s Immigrant Rapid Response Fund distributed $12M to 140 groups, concluding its emergency phase after rapid fundraising and statewide support.

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Immigrant Rapid Response Fund Concludes Emergency Phase After Distributing $12 Million Across Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

988 Lifeline: The Three-Digit Number Reshaping America’s Mental Health Response

988 Lifeline offers 24/7 free, confidential crisis support nationwide, but uneven awareness remains a key challenge despite rising demand and millions of annual contacts.

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988 Lifeline: The Three-Digit Number Reshaping America’s Mental Health Response

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 | The World Cup Reimagined - Who’s In, Who’s Out, and What It Means for The Tournament

The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams, bringing new nations in while leaving major powers out, reshaping global football’s balance and competitive landscape.

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WORLD CUP 2026 | The World Cup Reimagined - Who’s In, Who’s Out, and What It Means for The Tournament

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

COON RAPIDS TO HOST HOME ELECTRIFICATION WORKSHOP AS STATEWIDE INITIATIVE EXPANDS

Coon Rapids will host a free April 14 workshop to help residents transition to electric home systems, covering heat pumps, costs, incentives, and clean energy planning.

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COON RAPIDS TO HOST HOME ELECTRIFICATION WORKSHOP AS STATEWIDE INITIATIVE EXPANDS

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Oklahoma Bounty Hunters Charged After Replica Firearms Incident in Minneapolis

Two Oklahoma men face felony charges after using replica firearms in Minneapolis incidents, raising concerns over public safety and lack of bounty hunter oversight.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Oklahoma Bounty Hunters Charged After Replica Firearms Incident in Minneapolis

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Hennepin Healthcare Co-Administrator Resigns Amid Governance Conflict and Deepening Financial Crisis

Hennepin Healthcare co-administrator Kevin Croston resigns after citing governance conflicts, as the system faces deep financial strain and leadership uncertainty.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Hennepin Healthcare Co-Administrator Resigns Amid Governance Conflict and Deepening Financial Crisis

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Kickoff to Summer at the Fair Returns for Sixth Year at State Fairgrounds

Kickoff to Summer at the Fair returns May 21-24, offering a smaller, timed-entry State Fair experience with food, music, and attractions in Falcon Heights.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Kickoff to Summer at the Fair Returns for Sixth Year at State Fairgrounds

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE POWER OF HER: Se’Anna R. Johnson - Restoration, Responsibility, and the Work Taking Shape in Minnesota

Se’Anna Johnson’s work in Minnesota centers on restorative education, using creativity and connection to help individuals reflect, engage, and build community.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE POWER OF HER: Se’Anna R. Johnson - Restoration, Responsibility, and the Work Taking Shape in Minnesota

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