Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

Mankato Announces Event Staff Openings at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, Offers Competitive Pay and Flexible Hours

City of Mankato is inviting community members to be part of the action behind the scenes at one of the region’s most dynamic venues—the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center.

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Mankato Announces Event Staff Openings at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, Offers Competitive Pay and Flexible Hours

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jul 28 2025

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Celebrating Muslim Women And The Contributions They Make To Our Communities

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Coon Rapids Weather: Sunday September 14

High: 82°

Low: 70°

Wind: 10 MPH SE

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 in the afternoon and evening, thundery outbreaks in nearby overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Coon Rapids Hosts Final 2025 “Summer In The City” Neighborhood Meeting On July 29

Coon Rapids residents are invited to the final installment of this year’s Summer in the City neighborhood meeting series, taking place on Tuesday, July 29.

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Coon Rapids Hosts Final 2025 “Summer In The City” Neighborhood Meeting On July 29

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

SCHEELS Announces Massive New Sporting Goods Store In Blaine, Minnesota, Opening Spring 2028

SCHEELS, the employee-owned all-sports mega-retailer based in Fargo, North Dakota, has announced plans to open a new flagship store in Blaine, Minnesota.

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SCHEELS Announces Massive New Sporting Goods Store In Blaine, Minnesota, Opening Spring 2028

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

3M Open: Sunday Showdown Looms As Leaderboard Packs Tight At TPC Twin Cities

Golf fans are in for a thrilling finale at the 3M Open this Sunday, as the leaderboard at TPC Twin Cities is jammed with contenders.

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3M Open: Sunday Showdown Looms As Leaderboard Packs Tight At TPC Twin Cities

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Ruth Bittner, Lone Republican In Minnesota House Special Election, Emphasizes “Stability and Security”

With the tragic assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, the special election to fill the vacant House District 34B seat has taken on extraordinary weight.

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Ruth Bittner, Lone Republican In Minnesota House Special Election, Emphasizes “Stability and Security”

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jul 27 2025

Ben Johnson Announces Retirement From Osseo Legion Baseball Program

After a decade of leadership, dedication, and hometown pride, Ben Johnson has announced he will retire as co-head coach of the Osseo American Legion Post 172 baseball team.

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Ben Johnson Announces Retirement From Osseo Legion Baseball Program

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

MinneapoliMedia Editorial: Celebrating 178 Years Of Liberian Independence: A Beacon of African Resilience And Global Hope

MinneapoliMedia proudly joins Liberians across the globe in honoring a nation whose very founding is steeped in the pursuit of freedom.

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MinneapoliMedia Editorial: Celebrating 178 Years Of Liberian Independence: A Beacon of African Resilience And Global Hope

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

Coon Rapids 2025 Construction Season In Full Swing

Coon Rapids is in the midst of a busy and impactful 2025 construction season, with several major infrastructure projects underway across the city.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

Public Hearing Announced For Coon Rapids Lot Coverage Variance Request

The Coon Rapids Board of Adjustment & Appeals has scheduled a public hearing to consider a variance request concerning lot coverage for a residential property.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

Twin Cities-based Nonprofit Helps Teachers With Rising School Supply Costs

Monte Brown loves teaching. He works full time in the Robbinsdale Area School District, but during summer break, you can find him at Relentless Academy in Brooklyn Center.

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Twin Cities-based Nonprofit Helps Teachers With Rising School Supply Costs

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

Brooklyn Park Nonprofit Organizes Back-To-School Supply Giveaway

The first day of school is just over a month away. In Brooklyn Park, there’s an effort to help kids get ready with needed supplies and clothing.

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