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Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 31 2025

Andover Huskies Dig Deep In The Third To Win Against Champlin Park/Coon Rapids Bluebirds

The Champlin Park/Coon Rapids Bluebirds and the Andover Huskies were tied going into the third, but Andover pulled away for a 4-2 victory in game action on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Andover Huskies Dig Deep In The Third To Win Against Champlin Park/Coon Rapids Bluebirds

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 31 2025

AG Says Founder Of Brooklyn Center food Bank Misused Charity Funds

Edmund Ocansey of West African Family and Community Services allegedly spent almost $42,000 on fast food, retail and car expenses.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

AG Says Founder Of Brooklyn Center food Bank Misused Charity Funds

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Friday April 11

High: 55°

Low: 39°

Wind: 7 MPH SSE

Chance of rain: 0%

Overcast , with a high of 55 and low of 39 degrees. Overcast in the morning, partly cloudy during the afternoon, clear for the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 31 2025

Community Leaders Call For Boycott As Target Turns Back On Diversity Initiatives

Community leaders in the Twin Cities are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target following its decision to end most of its diversity initiatives.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Community Leaders Call For Boycott As Target Turns Back On Diversity Initiatives

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 30 2025

SNAP And MA Programs Remain Secure Despite Federal Funding Freeze

Amidst swirling uncertainty and the abrupt halt of federal grant and loan, there's a smidge of clarity for folks reliant on SNAP and MA.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

SNAP And MA Programs Remain Secure Despite Federal Funding Freeze

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

"Coffee with a Cop" Bridges Community Relations In Maple Grove At Caribou Coffee Event

The Maple Grove Police Department is taking community engagement to a local coffee spot, inviting residents to "Coffee with a Cop" for a sip of conversation and camaraderie.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coffee with a Cop Bridges Community Relations In Maple Grove At Caribou Coffee Event

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

Bunker Beach Water Park Has Plenty Of Hot Jobs In 2025

Bunker Beach Water Park will soon be hiring people to work seasonal jobs.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Bunker Beach Water Park Has Plenty Of Hot Jobs In 2025

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

Rebecca Noecker To Become St. Paul City Council President As Mitra Jalali Steps Down

St. Paul City Council has announced that Ward 2 council member Rebecca Noecker will be its next president when Mitra Jalali steps down next month.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

Minneapolis Rallies Citizens Against Sex Trafficking, Vigilance And Support Amidst Dire Warning

The City of Minneapolis Government has taken to social media to urgently remind citizens that human trafficking, specifically sex trafficking, remains a haunting presence.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Rallies Citizens Against Sex Trafficking, Vigilance And Support Amidst Dire Warning

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

MnDOT Goes Out For Bids On Highway 10 Third-Lane Project

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has gone out for bids on the Highway 10 third-lane project in Coon Rapids with a Jan. 29 bid opening.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MnDOT Goes Out For Bids On Highway 10 Third-Lane Project

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

New Leader For Animal Humane Society

The Animal Humane Society has chosen a new person to lead the animal welfare organization.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

Robbinsdale School District Assistant Principal Faces Possible Felony Charge

Law enforcement officials in Golden Valley are asking the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office to consider felony obstruction charges against an assistant principal.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Robbinsdale School District Assistant Principal Faces Possible Felony Charge

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 29 2025

Minneapolis City Council President Elliott Payne Offers Support And Resources To Immigrant Community Amid Federal Actions

Minneapolis City Council President Elliott Payne reached out to locals with some supportive words and a heads-up on resources aimed at helping the immigrant community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor