Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT | Happening Now

A City in Prayer: Renee Good Vigil to Begin at Site of Fatal Shooting

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | First They Came. And We Are Still Here.

Inspired by Niemöller, this editorial invites Minnesotans to bridge fear with solidarity and care. It urges quiet presence and mercy to support neighbors in need.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | First They Came. And We Are Still Here.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Friday January 23

High: -6°

Low: -19°

Wind: 9 MPH NW

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of -6 and low of -19 degrees. Partly Cloudy during the morning, overcast in the afternoon, clear during the evening,

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

Community Prayer Vigil Planned This Morning at Minneapolis Memorial Site One Week After Renee Good’s Death

A 3-hour prayer vigil for Renee Good begins today at 9:37:13 a.m. in Minneapolis. Hosted by Sheletta Brundidge, it marks one week since Good was killed by a federal agent.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Community Prayer Vigil Planned This Morning at Minneapolis Memorial Site One Week After Renee Good’s Death

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Jan 20 2026

Twin Cities Residents Can Receive up to $17,500 to Purchase Home
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Bank of America Museums on Us - Sat Feb 7 12:00 am
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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

January Is Human Trafficking Prevention Month . A National Call to Awareness, Protection, and Action

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. It highlights labor and sex trafficking as crimes of coercion and emphasizes 24/7 help via the National Hotline: 888-373-7888.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

January Is Human Trafficking Prevention Month . A National Call to Awareness, Protection, and Action

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

Winter Reads Kicks Off January 1 Across Anoka County Libraries, Culminating in Annual Author Fair

Anoka County Library’s Winter Reads runs Jan 1–Feb 28 with prizes and rewards. It ends with the 9th Annual Author Fair on Feb 28 featuring keynote speaker J. Ryan Stradal.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Winter Reads Kicks Off January 1 Across Anoka County Libraries, Culminating in Annual Author Fair

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

Anoka County Library Opens Registration For Reading Bridge Literacy Program For Early Readers

Anoka County Library’s free Reading Bridge program for grades 1–3 runs Feb 9–Apr 11. Register by Jan 31 for 1-on-1 literacy support from trained volunteer mentors.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Library Opens Registration For Reading Bridge Literacy Program For Early Readers

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 14 2026

Growth in the North Metro: How Coon Rapids and Anoka County Are Attracting New Investment

Anoka County enters 2026 with strong growth in manufacturing and retail. Key projects include Green Bay Packaging’s expansion and new housing to meet rising demand.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Growth in the North Metro: How Coon Rapids and Anoka County Are Attracting New Investment

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA BREAKING NEWS | Honoring Renee Good: A Community Call to Prayer

Faith leaders and neighbors to gather for a three-hour vigil at the site of her passing.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA BREAKING NEWS | Honoring Renee Good: A Community Call to Prayer

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids event

Wed Jan 14 9:30 am

Wednesday Prayer Vigil Marking Anniversary of Renee Good’s Death

On Jan 14 at 9:37 a.m., a 3-hour prayer vigil will be held in Minneapolis for Renee Good.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Wednesday Prayer Vigil Marking Anniversary of Renee Good’s Death

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | January Is Not Enough

Beyond awareness, Human Trafficking Prevention Month demands systemic responsibility, as exploitation persists through familiarity, indifference, and social vulnerability.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | January Is Not Enough

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 13 2026

Anoka Winterfest Opens Today, Launching Five Days of Citywide Winter Celebration

Anoka Winterfest runs Jan 12–16, 2026, offering five days of winter recreation, arts, and community events across the city to celebrate local pride and connection.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 13 2026

Coon Rapids Police Invites Residents Inside Modern Policing Through 2026 Community Police Academy

The 7-week Coon Rapids Community Police Academy starts Jan 13, 2026. The free program runs Tuesday nights at PD headquarters, with enrollment limited to 20 residents.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Invites Residents Inside Modern Policing Through 2026 Community Police Academy

Tom Akaolisa Editor