Coon Rapids Mon. May 12 2025 Local Leaders Discuss Workforce Readiness at Elk River Chamber Luncheon On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, a significant gathering of over 35 local business and community leaders convened at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Elk River for a discussion on workforce. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Mon. May 12 2025 Minneapolis Unanimously Passes Comprehensive Civil Rights Ordinance, Expanding Protection Against Discrimination In a significant stride for civil rights, Minneapolis has unanimously passed a new Comprehensive Civil Rights Ordinance, authored by Council Member Jason Chavez. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Mon. May 12 2025 MinneapoliMedia's "Meet Your Legislator" Interview Series Interview with Rep. Esther Agbaje as she delves into the Down Payment Assistance Program's early success, long-term sustainability, and its broader implications for MN communities. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. May 11 2025 🌷 Happy Mother’s Day From MinneapoliMedia 🌷 Today, we pause to celebrate the extraordinary women who fill our lives with love, strength, and unwavering support. 💐 Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. May 11 2025 Blaine Approves New Fitness Center The Blaine City Council, at the May 5 meeting, unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a new fitness center. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. May 11 2025 Minnesota House Greenlights Omnibus Cannabis Policy Bill The Minnesota House of Representatives swiftly approved the omnibus cannabis policy bill (HF1615/SF2370*) on Monday, May 5, 2025, with minimal debate. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. May 11 2025 Andover Deputy Chief Ernie Scherger Hailed A Hero For Rescuing Infant from Intense House Fire Andover Deputy Police Chief Ernie Scherger is being lauded for his heroic actions after he bravely entered a heavily engulfed house fire and rescued a young infant Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sun. May 11 2025 Anoka-Hennepin School Board Delays Decision On Social Emotional Learning Curriculum After a year of extensive discussion and community feedback, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board defers a decision on the future of its Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. May 10 2025 Coon Rapids City Council Advances Infrastructure And Services With New Contracts And Bond Sale On Busy Tuesday Meeting The Coon Rapids City Council was hard at work this past Tuesday, methodically ticking off items from their packed agenda. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. May 10 2025 Minnesota Senate Proposes Tax Bill to Boost Agriculture and Support Rural Growth In a notable move towards revamping tax policy for agriculture, the Minnesota Senate unveiled a tax bill aimed at underpinning the state's farming sector. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. May 10 2025 Gov. Walz Signs Bill Expanding Housing Access for Service Dogs-in-Training Governor Tim Walz held the first bill signing of this legislative session Thursday morning. This bill, aimed at helping service dog trainers. Tom Akaolisa Editor
Coon Rapids Sat. May 10 2025 Smooth Sailing! Bumpy Rides Will Disappear On Blaine Road After Major Project Is Complete Crews are busy working on a two-mile construction project from 109th to just north of Main Street in Blaine. Tom Akaolisa Editor