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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

Weekend (August 15-Fri) I-94 Closure Could Affect Early State Fair Travel — Here’s What You Need to Know

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will close a key section of Interstate 94, part of an ongoing bridge repair in Minneapolis ahead of the Minnesota State Fair.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Weekend (August 15-Fri) I-94 Closure Could Affect Early State Fair Travel — Here’s What You Need to Know

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

Minnesota Supreme Court Legalizes “Ghost Guns,” Setting Stage For Legislative Showdown

The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that most homemade firearms, commonly known as “ghost guns,” are legal under current state law.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Supreme Court Legalizes “Ghost Guns,” Setting Stage For Legislative Showdown

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Sunday September 14

High: 82°

Low: 70°

Wind: 11 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees. Thundery outbreaks in nearby during the morning, overcast for the afternoon and evening, thundery outbreaks in nearby overnight.

Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

‘Shoe Away Hunger’ Bus Makes Stop In Brooklyn Center

There was a long line at the Brooklyn Center Farmer’s Market last Thursday. But it wasn’t for fresh produce. This line was for shoes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

‘Shoe Away Hunger’ Bus Makes Stop In Brooklyn Center

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Coon Rapids Mon. Aug 11 2025

Vikings Preseason: McCarthy's Return, Position Battles, and Injury Concerns

The Minnesota Vikings' preseason schedule for the 2025 season has been a significant event, with a focus on the development of key players and an evaluation of the team's depth.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Vikings Preseason: McCarthy's Return, Position Battles, and Injury Concerns

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Coon Rapids Mon. Aug 11 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 2 - From Betrayal To Outright Defiance: The County Board’s Push To Seize Control Of Hennepin Healthcare

This is a follow-up to our August 1, 2025 editorial, “A Betrayal of Trust – The Perilous Plan to Undermine Hennepin Healthcare.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 2 - From Betrayal To Outright Defiance: The County Board’s Push To Seize Control Of Hennepin Healthcare

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 10 2025

Leader In Feeding Our Future Fraud Sentenced to 28 Years; Faces More Time for Juror Bribery

Abdiaziz Shafii Farah, 36, has been sentenced to 28 years in federal prison for his central role in the Feeding Our Future scandal.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Leader In Feeding Our Future Fraud Sentenced to 28 Years; Faces More Time for Juror Bribery

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Coon Rapids Sun. Aug 10 2025

From Basement Beginnings To Soaring Skies: Inside EAA Chapter 25 with President John Schmidt

At a recent TCAN event, EAA Ch. 25 President John Schmidt shared how a love of flight evolved into one of Minnesota’s largest homebuilt aircraft communities

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended Until 8 A.M. For Parts Of Minnesota And Wisconsin

The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended Severe Thunderstorm Watch No. 578 until 8 a.m. CDT this morning, affecting large portions of Minnesota.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended Until 8 A.M. For Parts Of Minnesota And Wisconsin

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Coon Rapids Celebrates 50 Years Of Senior Programming — And The Fun Is Just Getting Started

This year marks a golden milestone for the seniors of Coon Rapids: 50 years of dedicated senior programming.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Celebrates 50 Years Of Senior Programming — And The Fun Is Just Getting Started

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Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Primary For Melissa Hortman’s Minnesota House Seat Set For Tuesday August 12

Voters to choose Democratic nominee ahead of special election in September

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Primary For Melissa Hortman’s Minnesota House Seat Set For Tuesday August 12

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Aug 9 2025

Brooklyn Center’s Health Fair Will Feature Mural Prep And 5K

Brooklyn Center’s Community Health Fair is Saturday, August 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 8 2025

Coon Rapids Residential Growth Continues as City Extends Approval for 35-Unit Development

Tronson Reserve project reflects a smart growth vision in MDR zone.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Residential Growth Continues as City Extends Approval for 35-Unit Development

Tom Akaolisa Editor