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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | Nobody Is Actually "Just Running A Quick Errand"

A quick errand is never just an errand. Philosophy Jane explores how detours, neighbors, and chance encounters quietly become the moments that build community.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | One Year Later, Minnesota Remembers the Victims of a Political Assassination That Changed the State

One year after the Hortman assassination and Hoffman shootings, Minnesota honors the victims, reflects on political violence, and recommits to civic healing.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | One Year Later, Minnesota Remembers the Victims of a Political Assassination That Changed the State

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Wild Horses Safely Recovered After Dramatic Escape Draws Regional Rescue Response

Two recently acquired wild horses escaped in Anoka County but were safely recovered after a coordinated rescue involving law enforcement and experienced handlers.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Wild Horses Safely Recovered After Dramatic Escape Draws Regional Rescue Response

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | At the Fairgrounds, One Person's Castoff Becomes Another's Treasure

Anoka County’s Spring Reuse Event gives unwanted household items a second life, reducing landfill waste while offering free goods to community members.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | At the Fairgrounds, One Person's Castoff Becomes Another's Treasure

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Drones Take Flight Over Brooklyn Park Wetlands as Mosquito Control District Expands Precision Treatment Program

Mosquito-control drones are treating Brooklyn Park wetlands with biological larvicides, targeting mosquito larvae before they emerge while protecting ecosystems.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Drones Take Flight Over Brooklyn Park Wetlands as Mosquito Control District Expands Precision Treatment Program

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Rep. Kelly Morrison Pushes to Expand Naloxone Access in Schools and for Veterans as Overdose Crisis Continue

Rep. Kelly Morrison is pushing bipartisan bills to expand naloxone access in schools and for veterans, aiming to prevent overdose deaths and save lives.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Rep. Kelly Morrison Pushes to Expand Naloxone Access in Schools and for Veterans as Overdose Crisis Continue

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA BREAKING NEWS | Knicks Rally Behind Jalen Brunson’s 45 Points to Defeat Spurs, Claim First NBA Championship Since 1973

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points as the Knicks rallied past the Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, winning their first NBA championship since 1973 and ending a 53-year wait.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA BREAKING NEWS | Knicks Rally Behind Jalen Brunson’s 45 Points to Defeat Spurs, Claim First NBA Championship Since 1973

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | THE MIDNIGHT ECLIPSE IN THE CITY OF ANGELS: How Pochettino’s Reimagined Vanguard Unleashed a New American Century on the World Cup Stage

The U.S. opened World Cup 2026 with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay, signaling a confident new era under Pochettino and raising hopes of a deep run.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | THE MIDNIGHT ECLIPSE IN THE CITY OF ANGELS: How Pochettino’s Reimagined Vanguard Unleashed a New American Century on the World Cup Stage

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 13 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day Two Report: Canada Makes History, the United States Announces Its Ambition, and the Host Nations Seize the Spotlight

Canada earned its first-ever men's World Cup point, while the United States routed Paraguay 4-1, giving the co-hosts momentum and belief early in World Cup 2026.

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WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day Two Report: Canada Makes History, the United States Announces Its Ambition, and the Host Nations Seize the Spotlight

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 13 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Everybody Suddenly Became an International Soccer Expert

When the World Cup arrives, everyone becomes an instant soccer expert. Cranky Don Joe examines confidence, geography, Larry, and humanity's loudest month.

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SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Everybody Suddenly Became an International Soccer Expert

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Coon Rapids Seeks Election Judges for 2026 Elections as Minnesota Prepares for Primary and General Election Season

Coon Rapids is recruiting election judges and student judges for the 2026 primary and general elections, helping staff polling places and support voting access.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Coon Rapids Seeks Election Judges for 2026 Elections as Minnesota Prepares for Primary and General Election Season

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Metro Transit Reshapes North Metro Bus Network as Major Service Changes Take Effect in Coon Rapids, Blaine and Anoka

Metro Transit launched major North Metro bus changes, adding Route 802 and expanding service as Coon Rapids, Blaine and Anoka adapt to new travel patterns.

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