Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 16 2025

Spongy Moth Discovered In Coon Rapids

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), in collaboration with federal partners, identifies an area in the City of Coon Rapids that needs to battle spongy moth in Minnesota.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 16 2025

Anoka County Library System Eliminates Fines

The Anoka County Library began the new year by going fine free - no longer charging daily fines for items returned past the due date.

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Anoka County Library System Eliminates Fines

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Coon Rapids Weather: Friday March 28

High: 71°

Low: 39°

Wind: 7 MPH SE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 71 and low of 39 degrees. Sunny for the morning, partly cloudy for the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby for the evening, cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Mar 16 2025

Office Of Cannabis Management Extends License Application Deadline Due To Online Maintenance

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has extended the deadline for business license applications.

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Office Of Cannabis Management Extends License Application Deadline Due To Online Maintenance

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Coon Rapids Sat. Mar 15 2025

Coon Rapids at the Capitol: Legislative Update from Rep. Kari Rehrauer

On Monday, at the last minute, Minnesota House Republicans abandoned their plan to put a bill to delay Paid Family and Medical Leave on the Floor.

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Coon Rapids at the Capitol: Legislative Update from Rep. Kari Rehrauer

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Coon Rapids Sat. Mar 15 2025

AG Ellison Announces Settlement With Mayo Clinic Over Charity Care, Debt Collection

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced Friday morning his office has reached a settlement with the Mayo Clinic investigating financial assistance policies.

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AG Ellison Announces Settlement With Mayo Clinic Over Charity Care, Debt Collection

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Coon Rapids Sat. Mar 15 2025

Fridley's Addison: Rooted In Tree History, Expanding Community Outreach

In the heart of Fridley, local historian and community leader Addison Johnson is making waves by blending a deep-rooted passion for trees with innovative outreach efforts.

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Fridley's Addison: Rooted In Tree History, Expanding Community Outreach

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Coon Rapids Sat. Mar 15 2025

Third Urban Air Adventure Park Location Will Open In Minnesota This Month

Another indoor trampoline and activity park is opening in the Twin Cities metro.

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Third Urban Air Adventure Park Location Will Open In Minnesota This Month

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Coon Rapids Sat. Mar 15 2025

Woman Gets 4-Year Prison Term, Probation For Crash That Killed Woman, Unborn Child

A woman who pleaded guilty to her role in a drunken-driving crash that killed a pregnant woman and her unborn child last year in Coon Rapids will serve time in prison.

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Woman Gets 4-Year Prison Term, Probation For Crash That Killed Woman, Unborn Child

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Coon Rapids Fri. Mar 14 2025

Coon Rapids Senior Center In Minnesota Seeks Compassionate Volunteer Drivers For Elderly Transport

The Senior Center in Coon Rapids city is seeking volunteer drivers to alleviate the transportation woes of its residents.

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Coon Rapids Senior Center In Minnesota Seeks Compassionate Volunteer Drivers For Elderly Transport

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Coon Rapids Fri. Mar 14 2025

Minneapolis School District Sending Out Layoff Notices To Staff This Week

Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams said the district, in addition to dealing with a budget deficit, is also concerned about federal cuts that would further impact funding.

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Minneapolis School District Sending Out Layoff Notices To Staff This Week

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Coon Rapids Fri. Mar 14 2025

Golden Valley Med-Tech Startup Companies Receive State Funding

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced it’s giving $400,000 in grants to startup companies.

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Golden Valley Med-Tech Startup Companies Receive State Funding

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Coon Rapids Fri. Mar 14 2025

Brooklyn Center-based ACER Awarded $350K for Workforce Development

DEED awarded African Career Education and Resource, Inc. (ACER) $350,000 to prepare and equip its clients for the workforce.

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Brooklyn Center-based ACER Awarded $350K for Workforce Development

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