Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Waives Day-Use Fees for Fourth of July Weekend, Urges Water Safety as Holiday Crowds Head Outdoors

The U.S. Army Corps will waive day-use fees July 3-5 and urges visitors to wear life jackets, avoid alcohol and stay safe on the water.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Waives Day-Use Fees for Fourth of July Weekend, Urges Water Safety as Holiday Crowds Head Outdoors

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 1 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | New Report Warns Health Care Costs Are Outpacing Wages in Minnesota, Says Hospital Consolidation Could Drive Prices Even Higher

A new report says Minnesota health care costs are rising faster than wages and warns hospital consolidation could push prices even higher.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | New Report Warns Health Care Costs Are Outpacing Wages in Minnesota, Says Hospital Consolidation Could Drive Prices Even Higher

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 19 Report: Brazil Survives Japan's Scare, Paraguay Stuns Germany, Morocco Prevails Again, and the Round of 32 Announces a New Tournament Reality

Brazil, Paraguay and Morocco reached the Round of 16. Brazil beat Japan 2-1, Paraguay upset Germany on penalties, and Morocco eliminated the Netherlands.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 19 Report: Brazil Survives Japan's Scare, Paraguay Stuns Germany, Morocco Prevails Again, and the Round of 32 Announces a New Tournament Reality

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Launch Community Classic Youth Basketball Tournament, Using Sport to Strengthen Trust Between Youth and First Responders

Coon Rapids Police launched the Community Classic, using youth basketball to build trust between young people, first responders and the community through sport.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Police Launch Community Classic Youth Basketball Tournament, Using Sport to Strengthen Trust Between Youth and First Responders

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Dangerous Heat Grips Minnesota as Extreme Heat Warning Covers Twin Cities and Much of the State

An Extreme Heat Warning covers much of Minnesota as heat index values reach 110, with officials urging residents to stay cool, hydrated and check on others.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Dangerous Heat Grips Minnesota as Extreme Heat Warning Covers Twin Cities and Much of the State

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Judge Orders Mayor Jacob Frey to Meet Minneapolis Police Staffing Mandate, Setting Stage for Potential Contempt Proceedings

A judge ordered Mayor Jacob Frey to meet Minneapolis' charter-required police staffing by Jan. 4, 2027, or face possible contempt proceedings.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Gas Prices Continue Sharp Decline Ahead of Independence Day, Offering Welcome Relief for Holiday Travelers

Minnesota gas prices fell to $3.62 a gallon ahead of Independence Day, giving holiday travelers welcome relief after weeks of steady declines.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Gas Prices Continue Sharp Decline Ahead of Independence Day, Offering Welcome Relief for Holiday Travelers

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 30 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Xcel Energy Calls Energy Action Day as Extreme Heat Pushes Minnesota's Electric Grid Toward Peak Demand

Xcel Energy declared an Energy Action Day, asking Minnesotans to cut electricity use from 4-8 p.m. as extreme heat drives record power demand statewide.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Xcel Energy Calls Energy Action Day as Extreme Heat Pushes Minnesota's Electric Grid Toward Peak Demand

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 29 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 18 Report Canada Breaks Through, Eustáquio Delivers the Moment, and the Round of 32 Opens With History

Canada reached the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time after Stephen Eustáquio's stoppage-time goal secured a dramatic 1-0 win over South Africa.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 18 Report Canada Breaks Through, Eustáquio Delivers the Moment, and the Round of 32 Opens With History

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | More Than 3,000 Residents Urge Anoka-Hennepin School Board to Let Voters Decide on School Levy

Coon Rapids seeks adult and student election judges for the Aug. 11 primary and Nov. 3 general election to help staff polling places and protect voting.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 29 2026

THE POWER OF HER | A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota: Damaris Melo-Gyasi: Building Beyond the Blueprint

Architect Damaris Melo-Gyasi transformed faith, resilience and community-first design into a Minnesota legacy built on dignity, opportunity and belonging.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

THE POWER OF HER | A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota: Damaris Melo-Gyasi: Building Beyond the Blueprint

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Peggy Flanagan Centers U.S. Senate Campaign on Health Care Affordability, Expanding Access and Lowering Costs

Peggy Flanagan made health care central to her Senate campaign, backing Medicare for All, lower drug costs and expanded affordable coverage.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Peggy Flanagan Centers U.S. Senate Campaign on Health Care Affordability, Expanding Access and Lowering Costs

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