Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 28 2025

Maple Grove's Wonders Of Winter Festival To Warm Hearts With Free Fun-filled Activities This Saturday

As the winter chill persists, Maple Grove, MN is embracing the frosty weather with its annual Wonders of Winter celebration.

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Maple Grove's Wonders Of Winter Festival To Warm Hearts With Free Fun-filled Activities This Saturday

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 28 2025

House DFL boycott enters third week as court ruling freezes Republicans from action

A State Supreme Court ruling has effectively shut down the GOP from being able to operate in the chamber without Democrats present.

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House DFL boycott enters third week as court ruling freezes Republicans from action

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 27 2025

Anoka City Election Runner-Up Chosen To Fill Anoka Council Vacancy

After Erik Skogquist ran and won the Anoka Mayoral seat on Nov. 5, his former City Council seat opened up to a vacancy.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 27 2025

The Columbia Heights Public Schools (CHPS) Swears-In Student Reps

The Columbia Heights Public Schools Board has chosen two Columbia Heights High School students to serve as student school board representatives for 2025.

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The Columbia Heights Public Schools (CHPS) Swears-In Student Reps

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 27 2025

Minnesota's Gun Violence Prevention Effort Shows Progress With 140 ERPOs Filed Since Law's Inception

In a recent piece reported by WCCO, Minnesota's attempt to curb gun violence through Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) has shown significant results since the law's inception.

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Minnesota's Gun Violence Prevention Effort Shows Progress With 140 ERPOs Filed Since Law's Inception

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 27 2025

Minnesota's MnDOT Introduces New Regulations For Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Starting February 2025

The Minnesota Department of Transportation Office of Civil Rights is set to roll out new requirements for its Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Special Provisions.

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Minnesota's MnDOT Introduces New Regulations For Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Starting February 2025

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 27 2025

More DEI Fallout: Air Force Scraps Course That Used Videos Of Tuskegee Airmen And Female WWII Pilots

The Air Force has removed training courses with videos of its storied Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots, or WASPs.

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More DEI Fallout: Air Force Scraps Course That Used Videos Of Tuskegee Airmen And Female WWII Pilots

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 26 2025

Coon Rapids Welcomes Five New Police Officers To Strengthen Community Safety

Coon Rapids community members have five new faces to look for in their local police force, as the Coon Rapids Police Department announced the addition of five new officers.

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Coon Rapids Welcomes Five New Police Officers To Strengthen Community Safety

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 26 2025

Andover Hosts North Suburban Home Show Offering Free Entry And Expert Advice For Home Improvement Enthusiasts

The North Suburban Home Show is slated to showcase home improvement ideas, from landscaping to the latest in home tech.

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Andover Hosts North Suburban Home Show Offering Free Entry And Expert Advice For Home Improvement Enthusiasts

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 26 2025

Brick By Brick Buys 10 CH Affordable Housing Properties

Brick by Brick, a housing group, purchased 10 properties in Columbia Heights for affordable housing in the wake of a lawsuit against the previous operator, Havenbrook.

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Brick By Brick Buys 10 CH Affordable Housing Properties

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 26 2025

Minneapolis Police Department Highlights Diversity And Dedication In CSO Program Through Engaging Social Media Campaign

The Minneapolis Police Department is showcasing the personal stories behind their Community Service Officers (CSOs) through a series of social media posts, video interviews.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 26 2025

Discover Plymouth Event Invites Local Entrepreneurs And Community Groups To Apply For Booth Space

The City of Plymouth is looking for local businesses, community groups, and nonprofit organizations to apply for a booth at the upcoming Discover Plymouth event.

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Discover Plymouth Event Invites Local Entrepreneurs And Community Groups To Apply For Booth Space

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