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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Climate Budget Fight Brings Community Gardens, Home Energy Savings and Green Jobs Into Focus

Minneapolis' proposed $4 million climate funding cut threatens community gardens, home energy programs and green jobs as the City Council reviews its 2027 budget.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Saint Paul Shelter Proposal Would Put Services Before Encampment Closures and Establish Temporary Winter Housing

Six Saint Paul council members propose 60 days of services before encampment closures, temporary winter shelter and a permanent low-barrier housing facility.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Northtown Library Plans Bilingual Water Celebration October 29 as Minnesota Exhibit Continues in Blaine

Blaine's Northtown Library hosts a free bilingual water celebration October 29, featuring storytelling, music and activities alongside the We Are Water MN exhibit.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Northtown Library Plans Bilingual Water Celebration October 29 as Minnesota Exhibit Continues in Blaine

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Housing Offers Up to $2 Million for Organizations Developing Community Housing Solutions

Minnesota Housing offers up to $2 million in capacity-building grants, with awards up to $100,000 for eligible organizations and applications due December 10.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Housing Offers Up to $2 Million for Organizations Developing Community Housing Solutions

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Seeks Public Input on Wildlife and Aquatic Lands as DNR Develops Long-Term Management Framework

Minnesota DNR seeks public input by November 18 on long-term habitat conservation and recreation plans for wildlife and aquatic management areas statewide.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Farmers Can Review Federal Crop Coverage Choices at November Webinar Before December Enrollment Deadline

University of Minnesota Extension hosts a free November 17 webinar on federal crop coverage choices ahead of the December 11 enrollment deadline.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Farmers Can Review Federal Crop Coverage Choices at November Webinar Before December Enrollment Deadline

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | McDaniels Extension Headlines Quiet Monday as Wild Head to Edmonton and Vikings Turn Toward Colts

Jaden McDaniels reportedly agrees to a $40 million extension as the Wild prepare to face Edmonton and the unbeaten Vikings turn toward Indianapolis.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | McDaniels Extension Headlines Quiet Monday as Wild Head to Edmonton and Vikings Turn Toward Colts

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Twenty Years of the Sons of Bransford Awards and Minnesota's Responsibility to Recognize Community Leadership

The Sons of Bransford Awards mark 20 years on October 27 in Saint Paul, honoring African American leadership, community service and James Bransford's legacy.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Twenty Years of the Sons of Bransford Awards and Minnesota's Responsibility to Recognize Community Leadership

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 19 2026

THE POWER OF HER | Dr. Natya Stroud Is Bringing Menopause and Sexual Health Care Closer to Home

North Minneapolis nurse practitioner Dr. Natya Stroud prepares to open Second Bloom Women’s Health, focusing on menopause, sexual health and patient-centered care.

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THE POWER OF HER | Dr. Natya Stroud Is Bringing Menopause and Sexual Health Care Closer to Home

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Will Collect Unused Prescriptions October 24 as North Metro Residents Review Medication Disposal Options

Coon Rapids police will collect unused and expired prescriptions October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering residents a safe medication disposal option.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Will Collect Unused Prescriptions October 24 as North Metro Residents Review Medication Disposal Options

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Community Connect Event Will Bring Housing, Health and Legal Resources Together October 21

Blaine's October 21 Community Connect event offers free access to housing, food, health and legal resources, plus lunch, haircuts and coats, with no registration required.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | North Metro Communities Receive More Than $1.18 Million in ReLeaf Awards as Minnesota Rebuilds Urban Tree Canopies

Six North Metro cities and the Anoka Conservation District receive $1.18 million in Minnesota ReLeaf grants to restore tree canopies and improve urban forestry.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | North Metro Communities Receive More Than $1.18 Million in ReLeaf Awards as Minnesota Rebuilds Urban Tree Canopies

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