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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

A Morning of Shared Grace: World-Class Voices Honor Our Veterans Today

Today, Dec 27 at 10 AM, MinneapoliMedia and VocalEssence Chorus are caroling at the MN Veterans Home to honor former service members through the gift of song.

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A Morning of Shared Grace: World-Class Voices Honor Our Veterans Today

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

Coon Rapids Outdoor Ice Rinks Face Weather-Related Closures as Warm Temperatures Persist

Coon Rapids has temporarily closed outdoor warming houses due to warm weather and rain compromising ice quality at neighborhood rinks.

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Coon Rapids Outdoor Ice Rinks Face Weather-Related Closures as Warm Temperatures Persist

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

Coon Rapids asks residents to help shape the city’s parks and recreation priorities for the next decade

Coon Rapids seeks resident input via survey for its 2026–2036 Park Master Plan. Following a $17.4M bond cycle, the new phase focuses on sustainability and programming.

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Coon Rapids asks residents to help shape the city’s parks and recreation priorities for the next decade

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

Coon Rapids Opens Registration for 2026 Community Police Academy, Offering Residents an Inside Look at Modern Policing

Registration is open for the Coon Rapids 2026 Community Police Academy. The free, immersive program runs Tuesday nights, Jan 13–Feb 24, to build trust and hands-on insight.

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Coon Rapids Opens Registration for 2026 Community Police Academy, Offering Residents an Inside Look at Modern Policing

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

On the Heels of Rail Termination, Northstar Corridor Shifts to Expanded Bus Network

Northstar Line rail service ends Jan. 4, 2026. Starting Jan. 5, Metro Transit and Anoka County will transition the corridor to an expanded bus network for commuters.

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On the Heels of Rail Termination, Northstar Corridor Shifts to Expanded Bus Network

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 27 2025

Anoka-Hennepin Teacher Strike Notice Stands as Mediation Continues Into Late December

Anoka-Hennepin teachers authorized a strike for early Jan with a 98.5% vote. Mediation continues during a 10-day cooling-off period to resolve the contract dispute.

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s Paid Leave Moment: What It Took to Build It, and What It Will Mean When It Arrives

On Jan 1, 2026, Minnesota launches a "radical" paid family and medical leave program, treating leave as infrastructure to ensure workers don't lose income when life calls.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s Paid Leave Moment: What It Took to Build It, and What It Will Mean When It Arrives

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

Coon Rapids City Council approves new ice resurfacer to safeguard operations at Rapids Ice Center

Coon Rapids City Council approved a new ice resurfacer for the Ice Center. The 2007 unit is 17 years old, exceeding the 10-12 year industry standard for replacement.

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Coon Rapids City Council approves new ice resurfacer to safeguard operations at Rapids Ice Center

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

Spirit of Matthew 25 food ministry anchors multi-layered food security effort in Coon Rapids

Spirit of Matthew 25 at Coon Rapids United Methodist Church provides food with no eligibility or residency rules. The ministry offers weekly and monthly aid to all in need.

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Spirit of Matthew 25 food ministry anchors multi-layered food security effort in Coon Rapids

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

Business Hours Resume for Many Local Offices on Friday, Dec. 26, but Holiday Schedules Remain Uneven

Most MN and Midwest offices resume normal hours Friday, Dec 26, 2025. However, services are uneven due to a rare federal holiday declaration and varied local calendars.

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Business Hours Resume for Many Local Offices on Friday, Dec. 26, but Holiday Schedules Remain Uneven

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

Coon Rapids Advances Riverdale Village Redevelopment With Approval of Drive-Thru Coffee Site

Coon Rapids approved a Seven Brew drive-thru coffee shop at Riverdale Village. Despite some parking concerns, the site plan passed at the Dec 18 Planning Commission meeting.

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Coon Rapids Advances Riverdale Village Redevelopment With Approval of Drive-Thru Coffee Site

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 26 2025

Minneapolis City Council Faces Tensions Over 2026 Budget Amendments and Emergency Housing Funding

Minneapolis passed a $2B 2026 budget after a unanimous vote. The plan balances emergency housing funding with city staffing needs to address ongoing homelessness.

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Fri Dec 26 7:00 pm

MinneapoliMedia Presents Christmas Caroling for the Veterans with VocalEssence

Event Details What: Christmas Caroling for Our Veterans

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MinneapoliMedia Presents Christmas Caroling for the Veterans with VocalEssence

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

MinneapoliMedia Christmas Wishes

Merry Christmas from us to you!

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

City of Coon Rapids offices, Recycling Center closed Dec. 24–25 for Christmas holiday

Coon Rapids municipal facilities are closed Dec. 24–25 for Christmas. Essential public safety services continue, and normal operations resume Friday, Dec. 26.

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City of Coon Rapids offices, Recycling Center closed Dec. 24–25 for Christmas holiday

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office offices closed today for Christmas; emergency services remain active

Anoka County Sheriff's offices are closed today, Dec. 25, for Christmas. Normal hours resume Dec. 26. Law enforcement patrols and emergency services remain active 24/7.

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Anoka County Sheriff’s Office offices closed today for Christmas; emergency services remain active

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

Christmas Day at the Blaine Police Department: A Holiday Poem That Reflects the Real Work of Public Safety

On Christmas Day, Blaine Police continue their 24/7 work. To mark the holiday, the department shared a "A Visit from St. Nicholas" parody reflecting their duty.

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Christmas Day at the Blaine Police Department: A Holiday Poem That Reflects the Real Work of Public Safety

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

Little Free Pantry in Chaska Continues to Serve as a Critical Safety Net for Neighbors in Need

Chaska’s Little Free Pantry at Moravian Church offers 24/7 anonymous food and supplies. Based on trust, it provides immediate aid to residents facing short-term need.

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Little Free Pantry in Chaska Continues to Serve as a Critical Safety Net for Neighbors in Need

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 25 2025

Community Rallies Around Artist Behind Minnesota’s Viral “Naz Reid” Tattoos After Brain Tumor Diagnosis

Twin Cities artist JC Stroebel, famous for $20 Naz Reid tattoos, raised $35k via community support following a brain tumor diagnosis, showing local sports fan solidarity.

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Community Rallies Around Artist Behind Minnesota’s Viral “Naz Reid” Tattoos After Brain Tumor Diagnosis

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Coon Rapids Wed. Dec 24 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | When the Jailhouse Door Becomes the Fault Line

Minnesota sheriffs’ no-confidence vote against Commissioner Paul Schnell warns of inconsistent rulings and state prison costs being pushed onto county jails.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | When the Jailhouse Door Becomes the Fault Line

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