Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 8 2025

Contract To Replace Two Aging Traffic Signal Systems

A contract to replace two aging traffic signal systems on Northdale Boulevard was approved by the Anoka County Board March 25.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 8 2025

Holy Family, Coon Rapids Hire New Football Coaches; Ryan Stockhaus Resigns From Head Position At Osseo

Connor Wilkie is the new coach at Holy Family, replacing Dan O’Brien, who led the program to an 8-3 record last season.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Holy Family, Coon Rapids Hire New Football Coaches; Ryan Stockhaus Resigns From Head Position At Osseo

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday June 4

High: 77°

Low: 46°

Wind: 5 MPH NW

Chance of rain: 0%

Partly Cloudy , with a high of 77 and low of 46 degrees. Mist during the morning, sunny during the afternoon, cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 7 2025

Coon Rapids Rallies Volunteers For Lions Coon Creek Park Earth Month Cleanup Event

The City of Coon Rapids Sustainability Commission is inviting volunteers to roll up their sleeves and join the Earth Month Park Cleanup.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Rallies Volunteers For Lions Coon Creek Park Earth Month Cleanup Event

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 7 2025

Minneapolis Police Department Seeks New Recruits With Attractive Cadet Program Offering Salary and Free Education

The Minneapolis Police Department has put a call out on social media, pitching what could be a life-altering career move for many.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Police Department Seeks New Recruits With Attractive Cadet Program Offering Salary and Free Education

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 7 2025

Brooklyn Park Police Warn Of Risks Posed By Adult Hookup App "Sniffies" To Minors

The Brooklyn Park Police Department has issued an urgent warning for parents about a new application called Sniffies that may pose potential hazards to minors.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Brooklyn Park Police Warn Of Risks Posed By Adult Hookup App Sniffies To Minors

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 7 2025

CROSS Services Hopes Empty Bowls Fundraiser Helps Struggling Families

A local nonprofit dedicated to fighting food insecurity in the northwest metro held one of its largest fundraising events this week.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

CROSS Services Hopes Empty Bowls Fundraiser Helps Struggling Families

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 7 2025

Mexican Food Stand That Left Andover Didn't Have A Permit To Operate, City Says

The Mayor of Andover has responded to claims the food stand was 'not welcome' in the city, saying it didn't have the required approvals to do business.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 6 2025

Recovery Cafe Opens First North Metro Location

Inside Zion Lutheran Church in Anoka, a committed group of people stand at the ready to help those healing from addiction.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Recovery Cafe Opens First North Metro Location

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 6 2025

CEAP Expands Meals On Wheels Program, Seeks More Volunteers

CEAP in Brooklyn Center is expanding its Meals on Wheels program. It is now the only provider of hot meals for homebound residents in the northwest suburbs.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

CEAP Expands Meals On Wheels Program, Seeks More Volunteers

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 6 2025

Chicks In Demand At Anoka-Ramsey Farm And Garden

Baby chicks were in abundance at Anoka-Ramsey Farm and Garden, with there being an increased demand for them in part because of fear around rising egg prices.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Chicks In Demand At Anoka-Ramsey Farm And Garden

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 6 2025

Fridley Approves Amendment To Construction For New Commons Park building

The Fridley City Council, at the March 2 meeting, unanimously approved an amendment to the agreement for construction manager.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Fridley Approves Amendment To Construction For New Commons Park building

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 6 2025

Plymouth Offering Home Energy Rebates For Household Upgrades

The city of Plymouth is offering a chance for residents to get paid back for making their homes more energy efficient.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Plymouth Offering Home Energy Rebates For Household Upgrades

Tom Akaolisa Editor