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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | MINNESOTA MATTERS: When a Child Is Sent Home. What Minnesota Risks Losing with the Return to K–3 Suspensions

Minnesota weighs allowing K–3 suspensions as classroom violence rises, but critics warn removing young students risks long-term harm without stronger support systems.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | MINNESOTA MATTERS: When a Child Is Sent Home. What Minnesota Risks Losing with the Return to K–3 Suspensions

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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

City of Coon Rapids Expands Public Works Capacity with Utilities Maintenance Operator Hiring

A Frontline Role Sustaining the Water and Sewer Systems Serving More Than 63,000 Residents

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City of Coon Rapids Expands Public Works Capacity with Utilities Maintenance Operator Hiring

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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

Move Over. Save Lives | Inside Minnesota’s Ted Foss Law and the Split-Second Decisions That Protect Lives on the Roadside

Minnesota’s Ted Foss Move Over law requires drivers to change lanes or slow for roadside responders, a life-saving rule rooted in tragedy and enforced statewide.

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Move Over. Save Lives | Inside Minnesota’s Ted Foss Law and the Split-Second Decisions That Protect Lives on the Roadside

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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

Youth Wellness Day at Sabathani Centers Young People in a Day of Healing, Connection, and Practical Support

Youth Wellness Day at Sabathani offers free, immersive sessions for ages 14–24, focusing on mental health, connection, and practical support in South Minneapolis.

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Youth Wellness Day at Sabathani Centers Young People in a Day of Healing, Connection, and Practical Support

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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

MnDOT Launches $1.5 Billion 2026 Construction Season

More Than 200 Projects Signal a Statewide Push to Rebuild, Protect, and Reconnect Minnesota’s Infrastructure

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Coon Rapids Wed. Apr 1 2026

Minnesota’s Passenger Rail Future at a Crossroads as Minnesota Republicans in Congress Push to Cut Funding for Key Projects

Minnesota’s rail future faces uncertainty as federal Republicans seek to cut funding for NLX and Blue Line Extension, sparking debate over costs and transit value.

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Minnesota’s Passenger Rail Future at a Crossroads as Minnesota Republicans in Congress Push to Cut Funding for Key Projects

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: A Tribute to the Women of Minnesota

Women have sustained Minnesota through care, coordination, and leadership, maintaining stability amid systemic gaps, challenges, and ongoing community needs.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: A Tribute to the Women of Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

City of Coon Rapids Seeks Skilled Mechanic to Sustain the Backbone of Public Service

Coon Rapids is hiring a full-time Public Works mechanic to maintain its city fleet, offering competitive pay and benefits; applications close April 7.

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City of Coon Rapids Seeks Skilled Mechanic to Sustain the Backbone of Public Service

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

Coon Rapids Police Urge Residents to Park in Well-Lit Areas as Vehicle Theft Prevention Measure

Coon Rapids police urge parking in well-lit areas to deter vehicle theft, emphasizing visibility, locking cars, and removing valuables to reduce crime opportunities.

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Coon Rapids Police Urge Residents to Park in Well-Lit Areas as Vehicle Theft Prevention Measure

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

Minnesota’s First Off-Road Vehicle Campground Opens This Summer

Minnesota will open its first off-road vehicle campground June 12 in Soudan, offering direct trail access and boosting tourism on the Iron Range.

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Minnesota’s First Off-Road Vehicle Campground Opens This Summer

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

Brooklyn Park Moves to Stabilize Community After Operation Metro Surge | Mayor Hollies Winston: “We Want Our City to Stay Vibrant”

Brooklyn Park is deploying rental aid and business support after Operation Metro Surge to stabilize housing, protect local economy, and maintain public safety gains.

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Brooklyn Park Moves to Stabilize Community After Operation Metro Surge | Mayor Hollies Winston: “We Want Our City to Stay Vibrant”

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Coon Rapids Tue. Mar 31 2026

Totino-Grace Holds the Line: Inside a Championship That Cemented a Modern Minnesota Dynasty

Totino-Grace beat DeLaSalle 72–70 to win its fourth Class AAA title in five years, cementing a dynasty built on depth, discipline, and team-centered play.

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Totino-Grace Holds the Line: Inside a Championship That Cemented a Modern Minnesota Dynasty

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: The Women Who Shaped Minnesota’s Future Before It Arrived

Across Minnesota, women lead early action, using foresight and preparation to anticipate change, strengthen communities, and shape outcomes before systems respond.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: The Women Who Shaped Minnesota’s Future Before It Arrived

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

Coon Rapids Opens Spring Skating School at Ice Center, Expanding Access for All Ages

Coon Rapids Ice Center launches Spring Skating School April 6–May 11, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels as part of its year-round recreation programming.

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Coon Rapids Opens Spring Skating School at Ice Center, Expanding Access for All Ages

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

Minnesota Reconsiders K–3 Suspension Ban as Classroom Violence and Staff Injuries Rise

Minnesota lawmakers are weighing a limited rollback of the K–3 suspension ban as rising classroom violence and staff injuries intensify debate over safety and discipline.

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Minnesota Reconsiders K–3 Suspension Ban as Classroom Violence and Staff Injuries Rise

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

Minnesota State Rep. Elliott Engen Arrested on Suspicion of DWI, Raising Legal and Political Stakes

Rep. Elliott Engen was arrested on suspicion of DWI in White Bear Lake, raising legal questions and political stakes as he campaigns for state auditor.

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Minnesota State Rep. Elliott Engen Arrested on Suspicion of DWI, Raising Legal and Political Stakes

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

Champlin Park Students Turn Cold Water Into Community Impact at Fifth Annual Polar Plunge

Nearly 200 Champlin Park students raised about $18,000 at the Polar Plunge, supporting Unified Club and Special Olympics through a student-led push for inclusion.

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Champlin Park Students Turn Cold Water Into Community Impact at Fifth Annual Polar Plunge

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Coon Rapids Mon. Mar 30 2026

The Power of Her | In exam rooms, in mosques, and in moments of doubt, Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin is fighting for truth

Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin fights misinformation one exam room and one mosque at a time. She has watched children die from preventable illness. Truth is not optional. It is protection.

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The Power of Her | In exam rooms, in mosques, and in moments of doubt, Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin is fighting for truth

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: The Women Who Kept Minnesota Alive

Across Minnesota, women sustain long-term stability after crises, providing ongoing support, coordination, and continuity that keep communities functioning over time.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Women’s History Month Series: The Women Who Kept Minnesota Alive

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 29 2026

City’s 2026 Tree and Native Plant Sale Opens, Offering Residents a Direct Role in Rebuilding the Urban Forest

Coon Rapids’ 2026 tree and plant sale is open through April 17, offering residents discounted trees and native plants to support urban canopy growth and environmental resilience.

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City’s 2026 Tree and Native Plant Sale Opens, Offering Residents a Direct Role in Rebuilding the Urban Forest

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