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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Anoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature CenterAnoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature

As the chilly embrace of winter settles all around, Anoka County Parks is calling all nature enthusiasts to venture into the frosty wilderness.

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Anoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature CenterAnoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Bloomington's Innovative Mental Health Program Shows Promising Results In First Year

In a progressive stride toward integrated crisis management, the Bloomington Police Department has renewed hope for individuals grappling with mental health crises

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Bloomington's Innovative Mental Health Program Shows Promising Results In First Year

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Minnesota Rolls Out Medicaid Guarantee For Children Under 6 And Enhances Youth Healthcare Stability In 2025

In a notable move towards health stability for its youngest residents, Minnesota has begun 2025 with a policy securing Medicaid for children under age 6

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Minnesota Rolls Out Medicaid Guarantee For Children Under 6 And Enhances Youth Healthcare Stability In 2025

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 1 2025

A New Year’s Message from MinneapoliMedia

As we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the promise of 2025, MinneapoliMedia extends our heartfelt gratitude to our readers across Coon Rapids and beyond.

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A New Year’s Message from MinneapoliMedia

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 1 2025

Coon Rapids Invites Young Artists To Design Official Button For 61st Snowflake Days Celebration

The Coon Rapids Snowflake Association is beckoning students, grades 5-12 to design the official button for the 61st anniversary of Snowflake Days, with the promise of a cash prize.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 1 2025

Coon Rapids increases storm water rates 40%

Stormwater utility rates for Coon Rapids residential customers will increase 40% in 2025.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 1 2025

St. Louis Park Offers Free Christmas Tree Collection

As the holiday season winds down and the festive decorations start to be discarded, St. Louis Park residents have a green way to say farewell to their Christmas trees

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St. Louis Park Offers Free Christmas Tree Collection

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 1 2025

What's Open And Closed In Minnesota On New Year's Day 2025?

Expect most public services to be closed, while most stores will remain open.

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What's Open And Closed In Minnesota On New Year's Day 2025?

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Coon Rapids Tue. Dec 31 2024

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Encourages Residents To Recycle Old Holiday Lights For Environmentally Friendly Disposal

Residents of Coon Rapids looking to offload their old holiday lights are in luck. The Coon Rapids Recycling Center is urging locals not to dispose their festive lights in trash.

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Coon Rapids Recycling Center Encourages Residents To Recycle Old Holiday Lights For Environmentally Friendly Disposal

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Coon Rapids Tue. Dec 31 2024

Maple Grove Hospital Nurses Consider Unionizing

Nurses from North Memorial Health — Maple Grove Hospital announced they plan to seek union representation

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Maple Grove Hospital Nurses Consider Unionizing

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Coon Rapids Tue. Dec 31 2024

Hennepin County Offices To Close On January 1st, Residents Advised To Conclude Errands Before New Year's Day

Hennepin County offices and departments, including public libraries and license service centers, will be shutting their doors on January 1 to observe the New Year holiday.

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Hennepin County Offices To Close On January 1st, Residents Advised To Conclude Errands Before New Year's Day

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Coon Rapids Tue. Dec 31 2024

KARE 11 Awards $70K In Grants To Community Organizations Across The State

The KARE 11 Community Team chose 18 organizations to support in 2024, spreading the funds across the state from Crosby to Bloomington.

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KARE 11 Awards $70K In Grants To Community Organizations Across The State

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Coon Rapids Tue. Dec 31 2024

Lowry Apartment Tenants In St. Paul Ordered Out Of Temporary Housing, Told They Won't Return To Their Apartments

The latest twist in the saga involving the now-condemned apartment building in downtown Saint Paul potentially leaves dozens homeless.

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Lowry Apartment Tenants In St. Paul Ordered Out Of Temporary Housing, Told They Won't Return To Their Apartments

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Coon Rapids Mon. Dec 30 2024

Anoka County Homeowners: Don’t Miss The December 31st Deadline For Homestead Exclusion To Lower Property Taxes

For homeowners in Anoka County who've recently stepped onto the property ladder, a crucial deadline is fast approaching.

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Anoka County Homeowners: Don’t Miss The December 31st Deadline For Homestead Exclusion To Lower Property Taxes

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Coon Rapids Mon. Dec 30 2024

Japanese Retailer Ebisu Opening Third Twin Cities Location

Ebisu, an Osaka, Japan-based retailer selling a wide range of Japanese products, will open at Rosedale Center in early 2025.

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Japanese Retailer Ebisu Opening Third Twin Cities Location

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Coon Rapids Mon. Dec 30 2024

Newsmakers: Sen. John Hoffman Previews Upcoming Legislative Session

Sen. John Hoffman, DFL-Champlin to work on projects for a Brooklyn Park fire station and community activity center improvements, alongside tax increment financing (TIF) provisions.

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Newsmakers: Sen. John Hoffman Previews Upcoming Legislative Session

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Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 29 2024

Unseasonable Warmth Melts Winter Fun As Coon Rapids, MN Closes Ice Rinks And Warming Houses

Coon Rapids' traditional winter charm hit a bit of a thaw this season, as city officials announced the closure of all outdoor ice rinks and warming houses

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Unseasonable Warmth Melts Winter Fun As Coon Rapids, MN Closes Ice Rinks And Warming Houses

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Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 29 2024

Minneapolis Man Dies Of Fatal Stab Wound Near Bus Shelter, Suspect Arrested

A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing another man to death in Minneapolis.

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Minneapolis Man Dies Of Fatal Stab Wound Near Bus Shelter, Suspect Arrested

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Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 29 2024

Homelessness Up 18% Nationwide, Arizona Faces 14,000 Unhoused Amid Housing Crisis

The escalating crisis of homelessness in the U.S. has reached new heights, with an 18% increase this past year.

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Homelessness Up 18% Nationwide, Arizona Faces 14,000 Unhoused Amid Housing Crisis

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 28 2024

Felony Charges Filed in Coon Rapids Stabbing Incident

Authorities have charged a Coon Rapids man with multiple felonies following a stabbing earlier this month.

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Felony Charges Filed in Coon Rapids Stabbing Incident

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