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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s SNAP Crisis: A Federal Failure, A State’s Moral Test

As federal shutdown halts food benefits, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans face hunger and impossible choices.

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Overnight Closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard for Pedestrian Bridge Installation in Port Riverwalk

Motorists traveling through Coon Rapids should plan for overnight closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard this week as construction crews lift and install a new pedestrian bridge.

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Overnight Closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard for Pedestrian Bridge Installation in Port Riverwalk

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Walz Announces Emergency Funds as Minnesota Braces for Loss of SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

Minnesota is preparing for a potential food security crisis as the federal government shutdown enters its 27th day.

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Walz Announces Emergency Funds as Minnesota Braces for Loss of SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Walz, DFL Leaders Launch Statewide Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Series

Governor Tim Walz and leaders from the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party launched a statewide series of “Gun Violence Prevention Town Halls” on Saturday, October 25

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Walz, DFL Leaders Launch Statewide Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Series

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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Faith Leaders Prioritize Security Two Months After Annunciation Tragedy

A renewed “sense of urgency” is driving faith leaders across the Twin Cities and beyond to strengthen security measures at their houses of worship.

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Faith Leaders Prioritize Security Two Months After Annunciation Tragedy

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Anoka Residents: Final Chance to Register for Curbside Appliance and Electronics Recycling on November 4

Anoka residents have a final opportunity to participate in the City’s fall curbside recycling event for household appliances and electronics, scheduled for November 4, 2025.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Outdoor “Save Stations” Installed at Coon Rapids High School Athletic Fields

Coon Rapids High School (CRHS) has enhanced the safety of its athletic fields with the installation of two outdoor “Save Stations”.

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Outdoor “Save Stations” Installed at Coon Rapids High School Athletic Fields

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Coon Rapids Council Ends Regional Street Maintenance Pact, Approves Zoo Permit, and Finalizes SRO Funding

The Coon Rapids City Council last week decided to end the city’s participation in the North Metro Regional Street Maintenance Joint Powers Agreement (JPA).

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Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Delta Flight to Portland Aborts Takeoff at MSP Due to Mechanical Issue

A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Portland, Oregon (PDX), was forced to abort takeoff at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) on Thursday afternoon.

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Delta Flight to Portland Aborts Takeoff at MSP Due to Mechanical Issue

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Beyond October: The Fight Against Domestic Violence Must Never Rest

“Domestic violence is a crime, the commission of which will not be tolerated.” — Mayor Jerry Koch, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, October 2025 Proclamation

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Beyond October: The Fight Against Domestic Violence Must Never Rest

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Blaine Police Launch Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Following Recent Rise in Incidents

Blaine Police has announced a renewed, targeted effort to combat a recent surge in distracted driving across the city. The operation is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Community Focus: Café Racer Continues Its Monthly “Break Bread” Free Meal Tradition

Café Racer Kitchen will once again open its doors for its monthly “Break Bread Free Lunch” on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CDT.

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Community Focus: Café Racer Continues Its Monthly “Break Bread” Free Meal Tradition

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Doctors, PAs, and NPs at Allina Health Announce Nov. 5 Strike as Contract Talks Stall

More than 600 primary care providers across 61 Allina Health clinics — including doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to strike on Tuesday, November 5.

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Doctors, PAs, and NPs at Allina Health Announce Nov. 5 Strike as Contract Talks Stall

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

MinneapoliMedia’s The Power of Her: A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota

Exclusive Interview with Ms. Neda Kellogg, Founder and Executive Director of Project DIVA International Interview by Tom Akaolisa, MinneapoliMedia

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MinneapoliMedia’s The Power of Her: A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Today

The Coon Rapids Police Department is participating today in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a nationwide effort led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

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Coon Rapids Police Department Hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Today

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

Faith, Healing, and Accountability: MyVote MyVoice Roundtable Confronts Domestic Violence with Courage and Compassion

Faith leaders, scholars, and advocates came together in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month to explore the intersection of faith, healing in ending domestic violence.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

Record Turnout Reported at Coon Rapids' 2025 Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch

The City of Coon Rapids’ annual Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, drew what officials described as one of the largest crowds in the event’s history.

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Record Turnout Reported at Coon Rapids' 2025 Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

Coon Rapids City Urges Trail Users to Take “Happy Trails” Safety Pledge Amid Rise in E-Bike and Scooter Traffic

With trail use reaching record levels, officials are urging residents to take the “Happy Trails” Safety Pledge—a new city initiative designed to promote awareness, courtesy.

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Coon Rapids City Urges Trail Users to Take “Happy Trails” Safety Pledge Amid Rise in E-Bike and Scooter Traffic

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Releases September 2025 Monthly Call Data

The Coon Rapids Police Department (CRPD) has released its September 2025 Monthly Recap, outlining key service statistics and trends in community policing activity for the month.

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Coon Rapids Police Department Releases September 2025 Monthly Call Data

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 25 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS: Loons Ready for Playoff Showdown: Minnesota United Football Club (MNUFC) Hosts Seattle Sounders in Round One Clash

The Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), is set to kick off its Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoff run by hosting the No. 5 seed Seattle Sounders FC in Game 1 of their Round One Best-of-3 series.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS: Loons Ready for Playoff Showdown: Minnesota United Football Club (MNUFC) Hosts Seattle Sounders in Round One Clash

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