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Coon Rapids Sun. May 4 2025

Brooklyn Park Leaders To Target: ‘We Just Want To Be Partners’

In Brooklyn Park, Mayor Hollies Winston says that if the Minneapolis-based company authentically cares about diversity, it should consider investing in communities close to home.

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Body found in Mississippi River near Coon Rapids Dam

Police in Brooklyn Park say a body was found in the Mississippi River on Thursday afternoon.

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Body found in Mississippi River near Coon Rapids Dam

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Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday May 29

High: 80°

Low: 48°

Wind: 7 MPH WSW

Chance of rain: 0%

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

Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Five Killed During 24 Hours Of Violence In Minneapolis Are Identified

The victims in Tuesday's mass shooting, and Wednesday's reportedly retaliatory shooting, have been identified.

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Five Killed During 24 Hours Of Violence In Minneapolis Are Identified

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Athena Award Winners Honored

54 high school senior girls from Minneapolis and its suburbs were honored Friday at the annual Athena Awards.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

New Executive Director Aims to Amplify Perpich’s Statewide Impact

New Perpich Executive Director Allegra Smisek calls her new role a “dream job,” citing the school’s culture of belonging and personalized, project-based learning.

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New Executive Director Aims to Amplify Perpich’s Statewide Impact

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

‘Serenity’ A Theme In MSP Home Remodeling Tour

Marc and Carly love their North Tyrol neighborhood in Golden Valley. Their home is surrounded by nature and the sounds of croaking frogs.

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‘Serenity’ A Theme In MSP Home Remodeling Tour

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Coon Rapids Police Celebrate Youth Achievements At 50th Annual Police Explorers Conference In Rochester

The Coon Rapids Police Department recently celebrated a milestone with their Police Explorers during the 50th annual Police Explorers Conference in Rochester, MN.

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Minneapolis Police Join Community To Foster Unity At 'Paths To Peace' Event At George Floyd Square

In a recent community event aimed at promoting peace and unity within Minneapolis, the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) took an active role in the Paths to Peace event.

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Minneapolis Police Join Community To Foster Unity At 'Paths To Peace' Event At George Floyd Square

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

AmeriCorps Seeks Tutors for Next School Year

he school year is winding down, but AmeriCorps’ search for tutors to help local school districts for next school year is ramping up.

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AmeriCorps Seeks Tutors for Next School Year

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Minnesota State Colleges in Brooklyn Park React to Proposed Tuition Hikes

State colleges and universities across Minnesota are bracing for tuition hikes for the 2026-27 school year.

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Minnesota State Colleges in Brooklyn Park React to Proposed Tuition Hikes

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Coon Rapids Fri. May 2 2025

Nation’s 1st Hmong charter school celebrates 25 years

Labeled the first Hmong-focused public charter school in the nation, it serves as a resource for all students.

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Nation’s 1st Hmong charter school celebrates 25 years

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Coon Rapids Thu. May 1 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Holds Swearing-In Ceremony

On April 10 the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office proudly hosted a swearing-in ceremony for those who have been hired on to the roles of detective, deputy, and detention deputy.

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