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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Coon Rapids Rolls Out 'Rec On the Spot' For Kids And Teens With Free Activities

Summer is here, and so is the "Rec on the Spot," a mobile recreation program that promises to keep children and teens engaged with various fun activities.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Reading Bridge Program Aims To Boost Literacy For Young Students In Anoka County This Summer

Summer in Anoka County is not just about the outdoor activities and warm weather.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Toll Scam Alert: MnDOT Warns Against Fake E-ZPass "Final Reminder" Texts

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is issuing a crucial warning to residents regarding a pervasive scam involving E-Z Pass

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Toll Scam Alert: MnDOT Warns Against Fake E-ZPass Final Reminder Texts

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Bloomington Hosts Free Healthy Living & Sustainability Fairs With Giveaways At Penn Lake Library

Residents of Bloomington seeking to embrace a healthier, more environmentally conscious lifestyle have an opportunity to do just that.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Community Mourns Young Mother Killed In Boom Island Park Shooting

Family and friends gathered, Tuesday evening to honor the memory of 23 year-old Stageina Whiting, who was tragically killed in a mass shooting at Boom Island Park on Sunday night.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 4 2025

Allina Clinics Doctors, Nurses And Others Picket Over Contract

Doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners across the Twin Cities, members of Doctors Council SEIU, held informational pickets today at several Allina Health clinics.

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Allina Clinics Doctors, Nurses And Others Picket Over Contract

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 4 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Announces Temporary Withholding Of Body Camera Footage Of Officer-Involved Shooting

The Coon Rapids Police Department has announced a temporary withholding of body camera footage related to a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on May 21.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 4 2025

All Of Minnesota Under Air Quality Alert

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an Air Quality Alert for nearly the entire state of Minnesota, effective through noon on Wednesday, June 4th.

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All Of Minnesota Under Air Quality Alert

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 4 2025

Groupe Saint-Léonard Adds The Precast Forte Group's EV Blocks To Portfolio As Part Of Charging Point Installation Growth And Carbon Emission Reduction Strategy

Groupe Saint-Léonard (GSL), a prominent French provider of concrete precast products, today announced a strategic partnership with The Precast Forte Group.

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Groupe Saint-Léonard Adds The Precast Forte Group's EV Blocks To Portfolio As Part Of Charging Point Installation Growth And Carbon Emission Reduction Strategy

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 4 2025

Coon Rapids Intensifies Efforts To Complete TH 610 Interchange, Aiming To Boost Mobility And Safety.

The City of Coon Rapids continues its persistent pursuit of full funding for the construction of a full-access interchange at Trunk Highway 610 (TH 610) and East River Road.

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Coon Rapids Intensifies Efforts To Complete TH 610 Interchange, Aiming To Boost Mobility And Safety.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 3 2025

Traffic Resumes After Semi-Truck Rollover Closes Highway 10 In Coon Rapids

On Monday afternoon, June 2, 2025, a semi-truck rollover crash led to the closure of westbound lanes on U.S. Highway 10 in Coon Rapids, causing significant traffic disruptions.

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Traffic Resumes After Semi-Truck Rollover Closes Highway 10 In Coon Rapids

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 3 2025

Coon Rapids Man Charged In Shooting At UMN Following Wayzata High School Graduation

A 20-year-old Coon Rapids man, Hamza Abdirashid Said, has been charged in connection with a shooting that injured two individuals at the University of Minnesota's Mariucci Arena.

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Coon Rapids Man Charged In Shooting At UMN Following Wayzata High School Graduation

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 3 2025

Anoka High School Reschedules Graduation Ceremony To Tuesday, June 3

Anoka High School announced a change in the date for its 153rd Annual Commencement Exercises. Originally scheduled for Monday, June 2, the ceremony will now take place on Tuesday

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 3 2025

Gus Macker Basketball Tournament Returns For Second Year In Brooklyn Park

A major national 3-on-3 basketball tournament is coming back to North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park in August.

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Gus Macker Basketball Tournament Returns For Second Year In Brooklyn Park

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 3 2025

MinneapoliMedia's "Meet Your Legislator" Interview Series

In this week’s exclusive feature from MinneapoliMedia’s “Meet Your Legislator” interview series, we spotlight on Rep. Kari Rehrauer (DFL–District 35B)

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 2 2025

Second Harvest Northland Examining Investment In Grand Rapids Food Shelf Program, Potential For Significant Annual Savings

Second Harvest Northland, has confirmed it is actively exploring a potential investment in its Food Shelf Program located in Grand Rapids.

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Second Harvest Northland Examining Investment In Grand Rapids Food Shelf Program, Potential For Significant Annual Savings

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 2 2025

Search Intensifies For Columbia Heights Teen Missing Three Weeks, Police Suspect Foul Play

Authorities and family members are issuing urgent appeals for information regarding missing 16-year-old Jordan Dupree Collins Jr., known as "Manny," last seen on May 8, 2025.

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Search Intensifies For Columbia Heights Teen Missing Three Weeks, Police Suspect Foul Play

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 2 2025

Golden Valley Police Chief Virgil Green Placed On Administrative Leave

Golden Valley Police Chief Virgil Green has been placed on paid administrative leave, city officials confirmed over the weekend.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 2 2025

State Leaders Hopeful For Minnesota Budget Deal Ahead Of Special Session

Thousands of Minnesota state workers will be getting layoff notices in the next few days because the Legislature has failed to come to a budget agreement.

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State Leaders Hopeful For Minnesota Budget Deal Ahead Of Special Session

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 1 2025

Coon Rapids Promotes Youth Cycling Safety With Annual Bike Rodeo

Young cyclists in Coon Rapids had the opportunity to learn crucial safety skills and test their riding abilities at the annual Bike Rodeo held on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

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Coon Rapids Promotes Youth Cycling Safety With Annual Bike Rodeo

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