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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 11 2025

UCare’s Withdrawal From Medicaid Plans To Affect 88,000 Minnesotans In 11 Counties

More than 88,000 Minnesotans will need to find new health coverage this fall as UCare prepares to exit Medicaid programs in 11 counties starting September 1, 2025.

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UCare’s Withdrawal From Medicaid Plans To Affect 88,000 Minnesotans In 11 Counties

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 11 2025

Minnesota House Oversight Committee Reconvenes, Addresses Medicaid Oversight And Fraud Prevention Following Lawmaker Attacks

In a somber but determined return to legislative business, the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Committee convened Tuesday.

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Minnesota House Oversight Committee Reconvenes, Addresses Medicaid Oversight And Fraud Prevention Following Lawmaker Attacks

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 10 2025

Coon Rapids Sustainability Commission Launches "Meet The Trees!" Campaign, Spotlighting Black Cherry For July

The Coon Rapids Sustainability Commission is inviting residents to deepen their connection with the city's natural environment through its new "Meet the Trees!" program.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 10 2025

Father Charged with Second-Degree Murder In Death Of 16-Year-Old Manny Collins

Jordan Dupree Collins Sr. appeared in Anoka County District Court this morning following his arrest in connection with the tragic death of his 16-year-old son, Manny Collins.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 10 2025

Spring Lake Park Council Deadlocks On Pet Store Ban, Ordinance Fails In 2–2 Vote

In a split vote Monday evening, the Spring Lake Park City Council rejected a proposed ordinance that would have prohibited the retail sale of dogs and cats in pet stores.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 10 2025

Pair Of Galleries Set To Open In Rumriver's Jan Johansen Gallery

A pair of new galleries are set to open in Anoka in the Rumriver Art Center’s Jan Johansen Gallery on Saturday, July 12, running through Aug. 2.

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Pair Of Galleries Set To Open In Rumriver's Jan Johansen Gallery

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 10 2025

Three Anoka-Hennepin School Board Seats Up For Election This Fall: Filing Opens July 29

Community members interested in shaping the future of Minnesota’s largest school district will soon have their chance to step forward.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

EV Show At Coon Rapids Farmers Market Aims To Demystify Electric Vehicles

Coon Rapids residents will have the chance to explore the future of transportation up close during the EV Show, happening Wednesday, July 9 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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EV Show At Coon Rapids Farmers Market Aims To Demystify Electric Vehicles

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Seeks Community Volunteers For Inaugural Bicycle Count Program

The City of Coon Rapids is calling on its residents to volunteer for a crucial new initiative that involves a summer bicycle count program.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Sustainable Garden Tour Returns July 19th, Showcasing Eco-Friendly Landscapes And Seeking 2025 Participants

The City of Coon Rapids is excited to announce its annual Sustainable Garden Tour, offering residents a unique opportunity to explore gardens across the community.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Coon Rapids Residents Invited To Free Energy Bill Clinics And Discover Benefits Of Electric Lawn Mowers

Coon Rapids city is highlighting two important community resources this summer designed to help residents save money and embrace sustainable living.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 9 2025

Brooklyn Park Police Introduce Safe Community Camera Program

Brooklyn Park police are urging homeowners and business owners to register their cameras in a relatively new crime-fighting initiative.

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