Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Apparently We Have to Worry About Hurting the Computer's Feelings Now

Cranky Don Joe and Larry debate whether AI can suffer, discovering that kindness toward people matters more than worrying about the feelings of household machines.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Apparently We Have to Worry About Hurting the Computer's Feelings Now

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids’ October Economic Report Shows More Homes for Sale as Building-Permit Activity Slows

Coon Rapids reports 264 homes for sale and a 5.3% rise in median prices, while third-quarter building permits and construction valuations declined.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids’ October Economic Report Shows More Homes for Sale as Building-Permit Activity Slows

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Highway 252 Freeway Proposal Enters Public Review, Bringing New Decisions for Brooklyn Park and Neighboring Communities

MnDOT opens public review of its Highway 252 freeway proposal through December 22, with new interchanges, safety improvements and construction planned for 2029.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Highway 252 Freeway Proposal Enters Public Review, Bringing New Decisions for Brooklyn Park and Neighboring Communities

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Opens Public Hearing on Rules Governing Houses, Duplexes and Triplexes October 26

Minneapolis holds an October 26 public hearing on proposed zoning and subdivision changes affecting houses, duplexes and triplexes.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Ebro Ahmed Receives $1,000 Recognition After Stopping Moving Saint Paul School Bus During Driver’s Medical Emergency

Ebro Ahmed received $1,000 in recognition after stopping a moving Saint Paul school bus during a driver’s medical emergency, protecting 19 students.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Ebro Ahmed Receives $1,000 Recognition After Stopping Moving Saint Paul School Bus During Driver’s Medical Emergency

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Community Clinics Face October 30 Deadline for Grants Supporting Uninsured and Underinsured Patients

Minnesota community clinics have until October 30 to apply for $561,000 in grants supporting care for uninsured and underinsured patients.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Community Clinics Face October 30 Deadline for Grants Supporting Uninsured and Underinsured Patients

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Most of Banning State Park Will Close November 9 for Accessibility and Visitor-Facility Improvements

Most of Banning State Park closes November 9 for accessibility upgrades, with day-use areas reopening in October 2027 and camping in May 2028.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Most of Banning State Park Will Close November 9 for Accessibility and Visitor-Facility Improvements

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Opens Saturday Voting Hours After Accepting 419,189 Ballots in First Five Weeks

Minnesota reports 419,189 early ballots accepted through October 22, exceeding 2022 levels, as Saturday voting hours expand ahead of November 3.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Opens Saturday Voting Hours After Accepting 419,189 Ballots in First Five Weeks

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Coon Rapids Sat. Oct 24 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Timberwolves Return Home Unbeaten as Wild Visit Seattle and Vikings Await Colts

The Timberwolves improved to 2–0 with a 115–93 win over Orlando, while the Wild visit Seattle Saturday and the unbeaten Vikings host Indianapolis Sunday.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Timberwolves Return Home Unbeaten as Wild Visit Seattle and Vikings Await Colts

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Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: October 23–25, 2026

This Weekend in the Twin Cities™ features 58 events and attractions October 23–25, including Halloween parades, Hmong arts, concerts, theater and family activities.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: October 23–25, 2026

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Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Fashionopolis Brings Minnesota’s Runway to Mia October 23 With Paris Couture Access and Two Admission Experiences

Fashionopolis brings Minnesota designers to the Minneapolis Institute of Art October 23, pairing a local runway show with the Paris Couture exhibition.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Fashionopolis Brings Minnesota’s Runway to Mia October 23 With Paris Couture Access and Two Admission Experiences

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Coon Rapids Fri. Oct 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Approves Nonprofit Grant Program With Up to $50,000 Available for Community Services

Coon Rapids approves up to $50,000 in nonprofit grants for food assistance, youth recreation and senior services, with applications expected in November.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Approves Nonprofit Grant Program With Up to $50,000 Available for Community Services

Tom Akaolisa Editor