Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Tue. May 6 2025

Anoka County Included In Forbes’ Best Midsize Employers List

Anoka County has been included in Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2025.

Coon Rapids Tue. May 6 2025

Anoka County Gets More State Money For Fraud Prevention Investigations

Anoka County's Economic Assistance Department has secured a significant increase in state funding dedicated to bolstering its fraud prevention investigations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday May 29

High: 80°

Low: 48°

Wind: 5 MPH W

Chance of rain: 0%

Cloudy , with a high of 80 and low of 48 degrees. Fog during the morning, sunny during the afternoon, partly cloudy in the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

Body Discovered in River Near Coon Rapids Dam, Brooklyn Park Police Investigating

Community members in Brooklyn Park are grappling with unsettling news this week after a body was discovered in the river near Coon Rapids Dam.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

Saint Paul Police Dept Seeks Help to Find Missing 15-Year-Old Nevaeh Bishop

The Saint Paul Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl named Nevaeh Bishop.

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Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

Anoka County promotes Pedal Power Over Horse Power For National Bike To Work Week

Biking for exercise or fun is a popular past-time in the Twin Cities.

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Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

How One Word In Minnesota Law Is Preventing People With Mental Illness From Getting Help

A family desperate to help their loved one get treatment for a mental illness was surprised to discover resistance from one part of the system they know well: law enforcement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

How One Word In Minnesota Law Is Preventing People With Mental Illness From Getting Help

A family desperate to help their loved one get treatment for a mental illness was surprised to discover resistance from one part of the system they know well: law enforcement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. May 5 2025

MinneapoliMedia's "Meet Your Legislator" Interview Series

Exclusive Interview with Rep. Huldah Momanyi-Hiltsley On HF 917 - Expansion of Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center

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MinneapoliMedia's Meet Your Legislator Interview Series

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 4 2025

Keeping Our Community Safe: Prescription Drug Take Back Bin

In recognition of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this April, Mille Lacs Health System reminds the community about our secure medication disposal bin available year-round.

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Keeping Our Community Safe: Prescription Drug Take Back Bin

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 4 2025

North Central Retired Educators Association presents Scholarship To Genesis Hallie

The North Central Retired Educators Association (NCREA) presented their $500 scholarship to Genesis Hallie at their April gathering.

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North Central Retired Educators Association presents Scholarship To Genesis Hallie

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 4 2025

State Grants For Building Improvements At 2 Anoka County Libraries

State grants have been awarded to Anoka County for building improvements at two of its libraries.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

State Grants For Building Improvements At 2 Anoka County Libraries

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 4 2025

Nonprofit Every Meal Helps Local Schools Fill Weekend Hunger Gap

In Minnesota, one thing is guaranteed: two meals a day during the week for school-age kids.

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Nonprofit Every Meal Helps Local Schools Fill Weekend Hunger Gap

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