Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

🌷 A Joyful Easter Message from MinneapoliMedia 🌷

As spring awakens the world around us, Easter arrives as a gentle reminder of hope, renewal, and the incredible power of community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

🌷 A Joyful Easter Message from MinneapoliMedia 🌷

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

Father Paul Hedman of Coon Rapids is new chaplain for National Guard

The Minnesota National Guard appoints Father Paul Hedman as its new chaplain.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Father Paul Hedman of Coon Rapids is new chaplain for National Guard

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Sunday April 20

High: 56°

Low: 38°

Wind: 10 MPH SE

Chance of rain: 80%

Moderate rain, with a high of 56 and low of 38 degrees. Partly Cloudy for the morning, overcast during the afternoon, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

Fridley Council Revokes Daily Massage's License

The Fridley City Council, at the April 14 meeting, revoked the massage therapy license of Daily Massage at Moore Lake Drive by a unanimous vote.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Fridley Council Revokes Daily Massage's License

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

Missing Anoka Bartender Brandon Stott Found Safe Out Of State, Police Say

Brandon Stott, a beloved bartender who was missing from a northern Twin Cities community has been found safe, police said Friday.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Missing Anoka Bartender Brandon Stott Found Safe Out Of State, Police Say

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

Brooklyn Park Event Business Owner Shares Perspective On Tariffs

A Brooklyn Park business owner said he’s hopeful that these will benefit American business in the long run.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Brooklyn Park Event Business Owner Shares Perspective On Tariffs

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 20 2025

Rural Educators Alarmed By Senate Budget Proposal To Cut STEM Program

In the face of state budget constraints, the Senate Education Finance Committee has proposed eliminating funding for STARBASE, a program that provides STEM education in Minnesota.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Rural Educators Alarmed By Senate Budget Proposal To Cut STEM Program

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Coon Rapids City Council Advances Urban Renewal with Infrastructure Improvements and Fair Housing Initiatives

The city council of Coon Rapids in its recent April 15 meeting took resolutions and agreements aimed at bettering the community infrastructure and services.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Minneapolis Embarks on Journey to Construct Community-Focused Democracy Center at Former Police Building Site

In a nod to the civic spirit, Minneapolis has ushered in plans to construct a new Minneapolis Democracy Center, entrusting the design to local firm LSE Architects.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Embarks on Journey to Construct Community-Focused Democracy Center at Former Police Building Site

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Maple Grove Marks 40th Year as Tree City USA, Wins Growth Award for Urban Forestry Commitment

The City of Maple Grove, Minnesota, proudly retains its title as a Tree City for the 40th consecutive year.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Maple Grove Marks 40th Year as Tree City USA, Wins Growth Award for Urban Forestry Commitment

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Golden Valley Dentist Raises Head and Neck Cancer Awareness

A dentist in Golden Valley is urging people to be screened for head and neck cancer.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Golden Valley Dentist Raises Head and Neck Cancer Awareness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Minnesotans Ranked 2nd In Voter Turnout, 1st Among Young Voters

Minnesota was the second-highest state in the country to turn out to vote, and led the nation in the 18-29 age bracket in last fall’s election.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesotans Ranked 2nd In Voter Turnout, 1st Among Young Voters

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 18 2025

Coon Rapids Advocates For Sustainability With Earth Month Initiatives And Community Events

Coon Rapids is taking steps towards a more sustainable future with its Earth Month initiative, which updates the City's web page each week in April.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor