Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 3 2025

Property Tax Statements And Valuation Notices On The Way, Anoka County Confirms

Heads up, Anoka County property owners, recent real estate investors, if you've bought or sold property after January 1st of this year, be aware an important mail headed your way

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 3 2025

Maplewood Man Pleads Guilty, Dismembered 2 Romantic Partners Before Putting Bodies In Storage Units

Joseph Jorgenson admitted in court Thursday to killing Mani Starren and Fanta Xayavong two years apart.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Maplewood Man Pleads Guilty, Dismembered 2 Romantic Partners Before Putting Bodies In Storage Units

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Saturday January 4

High: 13°

Low: 2°

Wind: 8 MPH NNW

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 13 and low of 2 degrees. Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 3 2025

Fridley Approves Bblock Grant Funding For New Rum River Arts Center In Former NSCA Location

At the Dec. 23 meeting, the Fridley City Council unanimously approved grant funding of up to $350,000 for a new facility to house the Rum River Art Center

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Fridley Approves Bblock Grant Funding For New Rum River Arts Center In Former NSCA Location

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 3 2025

Eden Prairie Seeks New 911 Dispatcher To Join Elite Team As Deadline Approaches

Eden Prairie’s 911 Emergency Communications Center is on the lookout for a new dispatcher after one of their long-time team members recently headed into retirement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Eden Prairie Seeks New 911 Dispatcher To Join Elite Team As Deadline Approaches

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jan 3 2025

Blaine Sparks Joy And Fitness With New Line Dancing Classes At MAYC

For those who find the gym routine monotonous or dread the idea of lacing up for another lonely jog, the city of Blaine, Minnesota, is offering an alternative.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Sparks Joy And Fitness With New Line Dancing Classes At MAYC

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Year In Review: Coon Rapids' Bright Wins National Coaching Honors

Coon Rapids High School assistant coach, Don Bright, was named the National High School Baseball Coaches Association’s Region 5 Assistant Coach of the Year 2024.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Year In Review: Coon Rapids' Bright Wins National Coaching Honors

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Coon Rapids Fire Station 3 To Host Vital Blood Drive On January 6th

The Coon Rapids Fire Station 3 is gearing up to host a life-saving event early this year.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fire Station 3 To Host Vital Blood Drive On January 6th

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Coon Rapids, Minnesota Embraces Future With 2025 Street Revitalization And Small Business Support

The city of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, is looking ahead to 2025 with a clear objective to reconstruct key roadways, part of a broader initiative to enhance local infrastructure.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Bloomington Opens Lottery For High-Demand Summer Youth Programs, Register By February 6

The scramble for summer fun just kicked into high gear as the City has thrown open the gates to what's set to be a sun-splashed season of recreation and play for the kids.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Bloomington Opens Lottery For High-Demand Summer Youth Programs, Register By February 6

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Brooklyn Park Embraces Winter With Food Aid, Aquatic Programs, And Focus On Inclusivity

Brooklyn Park is gearing up for a bustling January, filled with community events that aim to foster inclusion, nourishment, and plenty of recreational fun.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Anoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature CenterAnoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature

As the chilly embrace of winter settles all around, Anoka County Parks is calling all nature enthusiasts to venture into the frosty wilderness.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature CenterAnoka County Parks Hosts Wildlife Tracking Sessions At Wargo Nature

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jan 2 2025

Bloomington's Innovative Mental Health Program Shows Promising Results In First Year

In a progressive stride toward integrated crisis management, the Bloomington Police Department has renewed hope for individuals grappling with mental health crises

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Bloomington's Innovative Mental Health Program Shows Promising Results In First Year

Tom Akaolisa Editor