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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 4 2025

Minneapolis People’s Pride Offers different Experience For Pride Celebrations

Twin Cities Pride held at Loring park faces controversy after people express upset over its association with Target and other big corporations.

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Minneapolis People’s Pride Offers different Experience For Pride Celebrations

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 4 2025

Fr. Daniel Griffith – Funeral Homily for Melissa and Mark Hortman

Funeral Homily for Melissa and Mark Hortman at the Basilica of Saint Mary, Minneapolis

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Fr. Daniel Griffith – Funeral Homily for Melissa and Mark Hortman

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Coon Rapids Weather: Sunday September 14

High: 83°

Low: 70°

Wind: 9 MPH SSE

Chance of rain: 0%

Overcast , with a high of 83 and low of 70 degrees. Overcast in the morning, sunny in the afternoon, overcast during the evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 4 2025

Governor Tim Walz’s Eulogy for Melissa and Mark Hortman

Governor Tim Walz’s Eulogy for Melissa and Mark Hortman. Delivered at the Basilica of Saint Mary, Minneapolis

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 3 2025

Anoka County Reallocates $200,000 To Support Renovation Project At Coon Rapids Passport & License Center

A significant renovation of Anoka County’s Passport and License Center in Coon Rapids is set to proceed in 2025,

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 3 2025

Alloy Brewing Co. Shutting Taproom, Citing Economic Pressures And Craft Beer Slowdown

After eight years of brewing, Alloy Brewing Company—the only brewery in Coon Rapids— announced it will close in mid‑July.

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Alloy Brewing Co. Shutting Taproom, Citing Economic Pressures And Craft Beer Slowdown

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 3 2025

CPR Cell Phone Repair Expands Footprint With New Maplewood, MN Location

CPR Cell Phone Repair, a global leader in electronics repair services, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Maplewood, Minnesota.

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CPR Cell Phone Repair Expands Footprint With New Maplewood, MN Location

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 3 2025

Music In Plymouth Provides $700K Business Boost

For 53 years, families have been drawn to Plymouth’s signature event for a little outdoor music and a lot of fun.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 3 2025

Where To View Fireworks In Minneapolis-St. Paul And Greater Minnesota In 2025

Communities across Minnesota are preparing to light up the sky with fireworks displays and dazzle onlookers this Fourth of July.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 2 2025

Joint Statement From Members Of The Anoka County Delegation

Anoka County Delegation issued a statement regarding the assassination of Melissa Hortman, husband, their dog and the attempted assassination of John Hoffman, wife and daughter.

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Joint Statement From Members Of The Anoka County Delegation

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 2 2025

Anoka County Authorities Confirm Body Of Missing Teen Manny Collins Found In Elk River Landfill

Anoka County authorities today announced the tragic discovery and identification of the remains of 16-year-old Jordan "Manny" Collins Jr.

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Anoka County Authorities Confirm Body Of Missing Teen Manny Collins Found In Elk River Landfill

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 2 2025

Some Minneapolis Residents Hope Street Closures Make For Quieter Fourth Of July

Troy Gourde remembers the absolute chaos that was Fourth of July 2023 in Minneapolis.

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Some Minneapolis Residents Hope Street Closures Make For Quieter Fourth Of July

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 2 2025

Inmate Escapes Northern Minnesota Jail, Steals Car, And Leads High-Speed Chase To Airport

A northern Minnesota inmate is facing a new battery of felony charges after escaping from the Lake of the Woods County jail

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