Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 12 2025

Minnesota Senate Queer Caucus Marks National Coming Out Day, Calls for Continued Equality and Visibility

The Minnesota State Senate Queer Caucus today issued a statement in recognition of National Coming Out Day, honoring the courage of LGBTQIA2S+ individuals.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Senate Queer Caucus Marks National Coming Out Day, Calls for Continued Equality and Visibility

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 12 2025

Blaine Police to Host Inaugural ‘Pickleball with the Police’ Community Event

Blaine Police Department (BPD) is launching a new community outreach initiative, Pickleball with the Police, inviting residents to meet officers in a relaxed and friendly setting.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police to Host Inaugural ‘Pickleball with the Police’ Community Event

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Coon Rapids Weather: Tuesday October 14

High: 59°

Low: 43°

Wind: 4 MPH E

Chance of rain: 86%

Moderate rain, with a high of 59 and low of 43 degrees. Patchy rain nearby during the morning, light drizzle in the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 12 2025

Senate Committee Examines Rising Healthcare Costs in Northfield

Sen. Lindsey Port and colleagues hear directly from Minnesotans on the growing strain of insurance and care expenses.

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Senate Committee Examines Rising Healthcare Costs in Northfield

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Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 12 2025

VocalEssence and Melanie DeMore Release New Album How to Hold On: Songs of Comfort and Solace

VocalEssence, the renowned Twin Cities choral organization, joins forces with three-time Grammy-nominated singer, composer, and vocal activist Melanie DeMore to release new album.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Twin Cities Organizations Host Free Food Distributions for Community on Saturday

Local community organizations are providing Twin Cities families with vital food and resources this weekend on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

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Twin Cities Organizations Host Free Food Distributions for Community on Saturday

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy Named “Infrastructure Champion” for Advocacy on Behalf of Minnesota’s Skilled Workforce

Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy (DFL–St. Paul) named “Infrastructure Champion” by the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA).

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Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy Named “Infrastructure Champion” for Advocacy on Behalf of Minnesota’s Skilled Workforce

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids October 18 with Free Pumpkins, Trick-or-Treating, and Family Fun

The City of Coon Rapids and the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation are inviting families to celebrate fall at Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch on Saturday, October 18.

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Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids October 18 with Free Pumpkins, Trick-or-Treating, and Family Fun

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Offers Popular Home-Alone Safety Class for Children, Registration Closing Soon

The Coon Rapids Police Department (CRPD) is urging local families to register promptly for its popular Home-Alone Safety Class, with only a few spots remaining before Sunday.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Launches BRIDGE Community Initiative to Strengthen Community Ties

Coon Rapids Police Department (CRPD) has announced the launch of its new community outreach program, BRIDGE (Building Relationships, Inspiring Dialogue, and Generating Empathy).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 11 2025

Brooklyn Park City Council Adopts Ambitious Northwest Growth Area Plan

Brooklyn Park City adopts the Northwest Growth Area Plan, a long-term development framework that will guide the transformation of more than 700 acres of undeveloped land.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 10 2025

City Council Briefs: Coon Rapids Brings Street Maintenance In-House, Greenlights Spooktacular Zoo, and Finalizes School Resource Officer Funding

The Coon Rapids City Council meeting this week tackled a wide range of issues affecting both city operations and community engagement.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 10 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Explorers Step Up for Community Clean-Up

Teen members of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) Explorers program recently demonstrated their dedication to community service in a county road clean-up initiative.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor