Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. May 25 2026

The Power of Her | Dr. Altreisha Foster: Building Healing Through Science, Motherhood, and the Courage to Become More Than One Thing

Dr. Altreisha Foster’s journey from Jamaica to Minnesota blends science, motherhood, healing, and entrepreneurship into a powerful story of resilience and transformation.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

The Power of Her | Dr. Altreisha Foster: Building Healing Through Science, Motherhood, and the Courage to Become More Than One Thing

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. May 25 2026

EPA Awards Minnesota Nearly $58 Million As State Faces Mounting Pressure To Eliminate Lead Water Lines

Minnesota received nearly $58 million in federal funding to replace dangerous lead water pipes as cities face mounting pressure to meet aggressive removal deadlines.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

EPA Awards Minnesota Nearly $58 Million As State Faces Mounting Pressure To Eliminate Lead Water Lines

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. May 25 2026

Minnesota Enters ‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ As Statewide Enforcement Campaign Targets Speeding And Reckless Driving

Minnesota launched its annual “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” enforcement campaign as officials warn speeding, reckless driving, and impaired driving remain major threats.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Enters ‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ As Statewide Enforcement Campaign Targets Speeding And Reckless Driving

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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | Everybody Needed Rest. So Naturally We Made The Weekend Stressful.

Philosophy Jane explores why Americans turn long weekends into exhausting emotional marathons while still searching for rest, connection, memory, and joy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

Coon Rapids Advances $9.99 Million Infrastructure Bond as City Balances Growth, Public Safety, and Civic Pressure

Coon Rapids advanced a $9.99 million infrastructure bond package while debating public safety technology, civic identity, emergency preparedness, and long-term growth pressures.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Advances $9.99 Million Infrastructure Bond as City Balances Growth, Public Safety, and Civic Pressure

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

Minnesota Choral Leadership Takes National Stage At Lincoln Center’s Sing Democracy 250 Concert

Minnesota choral leadership will take the national stage at Lincoln Center as G. Phillip Shoultz III conducts the Sing Democracy 250 concert.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Choral Leadership Takes National Stage At Lincoln Center’s Sing Democracy 250 Concert

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | From Minnesota Ice to the International Game: Hank Nagel’s Hockey Journey Beyond the Spotlight

Minnesota hockey player Hank Nagel rebuilt his career through injury, burnout, and international travel, transforming hockey into resilience and rediscovery.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | From Minnesota Ice to the International Game: Hank Nagel’s Hockey Journey Beyond the Spotlight

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Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

Minnesota Orders Immediate Suspension Of East Bethel Youth Psychiatric Facility Amid Safety Allegations

Minnesota regulators ordered the immediate suspension of an East Bethel youth psychiatric facility after investigators alleged systemic safety and resident protection failures.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. May 24 2026

Four Suspects Escape Into Woods After Armed Carjacking, Police Pursuit, And Crash In Brooklyn Park

Four suspects escaped into wooded terrain in Brooklyn Park after an armed Dinkytown carjacking, police pursuit, crash, and large multi-agency search operation.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. May 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Memorial Day Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: May 22 ~ 24, 2026 Edition

MinneapoliMedia’s Memorial Day weekend guide highlights concerts, festivals, sports, theater, nightlife, family attractions, and remembrance events across the Twin Cities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Memorial Day Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: May 22 ~ 24, 2026 Edition

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Coon Rapids Sat. May 23 2026

Coon Rapids Fire Department, American Red Cross Partner For Community Blood Drive Amid Ongoing Need For Donors

Coon Rapids Fire Department and the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive May 28 as hospitals continue facing ongoing blood supply needs.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fire Department, American Red Cross Partner For Community Blood Drive Amid Ongoing Need For Donors

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. May 23 2026

Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens In Coon Rapids As Summer Returns To Minnesota Communities

Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad has reopened in Coon Rapids, welcoming families back for another summer of free outdoor recreation and community gathering.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens In Coon Rapids As Summer Returns To Minnesota Communities

Tom Akaolisa Editor