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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

Walz Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Minnesota’s Fallen Firefighters

Governor Walz orders US and Minnesota flags at state buildings be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in honor of MN firefighters past.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Walz Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Minnesota’s Fallen Firefighters

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

Coon Rapids Police Respond to Over 4,300 Calls in August, Down from July

The Coon Rapids Police Department (CRPD) reported 4,382 calls for service in August 2025, according to its latest monthly recap.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Respond to Over 4,300 Calls in August, Down from July

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Friday October 31

High: 44°

Low: 40°

Wind: 7 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 0%

Overcast , with a high of 44 and low of 40 degrees. Overcast for the morning,

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

Grand Slam for Youth Baseball: Rapids Cardinal Little League Secures Gambling Permit

The Coon Rapids City Council approves a gambling premises permit for the Coon Rapids Cardinal Little League (CRCLL), giving them fundraising tool to support its programs.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Grand Slam for Youth Baseball: Rapids Cardinal Little League Secures Gambling Permit

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

The Balance of Power Restored: Xp Lee Sworn In to Minnesota House After Tragic Vacancy

Xp Lee (DFL) was officially sworn in on Thursday, September 26, 2025, as the newest member of the Minnesota House of Representatives, representing District 34B.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

The Balance of Power Restored: Xp Lee Sworn In to Minnesota House After Tragic Vacancy

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

Autumn Thrills Await: Fall Festival Returns to the Anoka County Fairgrounds

Crisp autumn air, vibrant leaves, and the buzz of community spirit will once again fill the Anoka County Fairgrounds as the Fall Festival makes its much-anticipated return.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Autumn Thrills Await: Fall Festival Returns to the Anoka County Fairgrounds

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 28 2025

St. Paul HRA Approves 2026 Property Tax Levy, Advances Key Development Projects

St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority (HRA) approves a series of financial and development initiatives aimed at strengthening housing and economic growth across the city.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

St. Paul HRA Approves 2026 Property Tax Levy, Advances Key Development Projects

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 27 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Lifeline Beyond September: When Awareness Becomes a Constant

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Lifeline Beyond September: When Awareness Becomes a Constant

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Lifeline Beyond September: When Awareness Becomes a Constant

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 27 2025

Harvest’s Last Call: SACA Food Shelf Hosts Final Produce Distribution of the Season

The season for farm-fresh bounty is drawing to a close, and this Saturday, September 27, marks an essential date for community members seeking nutritious, free produce.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 27 2025

Community Table Brings Food, Fellowship, and Hope to Elk River

This Sunday, September 28, neighbors in Elk River will once again gather around the table—not just for a meal, but for connection.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 27 2025

A Fang-Tastic Evening Awaits: Anoka’s Annual Halloween Tasting Returns to Green Haven

Anoka, known as the “Halloween Capital of the World,” October is never short on reasons to celebrate, one of those is Better Values Liquor Annual Halloween Tasting Event.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

A Fang-Tastic Evening Awaits: Anoka’s Annual Halloween Tasting Returns to Green Haven

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 27 2025

Judge Suspended: ‘Flagrant and Egregious’ Misconduct Shakes Public Trust

In a rare and scathing disciplinary action, the Minnesota Supreme Court suspended Anoka County District Court Judge John P. Dehen for nine months without pay on September 23, 2025

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Judge Suspended: ‘Flagrant and Egregious’ Misconduct Shakes Public Trust

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 26 2025

September: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September: A Month to See, Speak, and Save Lives – Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Tom Akaolisa Editor

September: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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