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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Pink Ribbon’s Shadow: A Testament to Loss, A Declaration of Hope

October arrives in a blush of pink. Landmarks glow in rose-colored light. Ribbons bloom on lapels. It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Pink Ribbon’s Shadow: A Testament to Loss, A Declaration of Hope

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Recruiting Community Service Officers

The Coon Rapids Police Department has announced an active recruitment drive for the position of Community Service Officer (CSO).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Department Recruiting Community Service Officers

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Tuesday October 14

High: 55°

Low: 43°

Wind: 6 MPH ENE

Chance of rain: 87%

Moderate rain, with a high of 55 and low of 43 degrees. Sunny during the morning, patchy rain nearby for the afternoon, overcast in the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Offers Pink Patches and Pins to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is once again showing its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering custom pink patches and pins to the public all October.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Offers Pink Patches and Pins to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Senate Capital Investment Committee to Hold Virtual Bonding Tour for Northeast Minnesota

On Wednesday, October 15, members of the Minnesota Senate Capital Investment Committee, will host a virtual “Bonding Tour” via Zoom.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senate Capital Investment Committee to Hold Virtual Bonding Tour for Northeast Minnesota

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Anoka County Remembers Cold Case Victim — Margaret Twyla Loken

Anniversary of discovery marks renewed call for tips

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Remembers Cold Case Victim — Margaret Twyla Loken

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 14 2025

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids with Free Family Fun and Community Connections

The City of Coon Rapids and the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation are once again inviting families to enjoy a day of autumn celebration at Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Returns to Coon Rapids with Free Family Fun and Community Connections

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Reckoning, Remembrance, and Renewal

Today, as the nation observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Americans are called to pause, reflect, and act. This day is not simply a counterpoint to Columbus Day.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Reckoning, Remembrance, and Renewal

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Announces Fall/Winter Hours Effective October 1

The Coon Rapids City Recycling Center has transitioned to its fall and winter operating schedule, which took effect on October 1 and will remain in place through March.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Announces Fall/Winter Hours Effective October 1

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

Ramsey Man Critically Injured After Vehicle Strikes Bridge Deck on Highway 10

A 28-year-old Ramsey man was critically injured late Tuesday night, October 7, after his vehicle left the roadway and struck a bridge deck along eastbound Highway 10

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Ramsey Man Critically Injured After Vehicle Strikes Bridge Deck on Highway 10

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

New Commuter Bus Pilot to Replace Northstar Rail for Big Lake, Elk River Riders

A new pilot commuter bus service is set to launch between Big Lake and Elk River and downtown Minneapolis beginning January 5, 2026, replacing the Northstar Commuter Rail line.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

New Commuter Bus Pilot to Replace Northstar Rail for Big Lake, Elk River Riders

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 13 2025

Former Minnesota State Trooper Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Pornography Charges

A former Minnesota State Trooper, Jeremy Francis Plonski, 42, has pleaded guilty in federal court to producing and distributing child pornography

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Former Minnesota State Trooper Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Pornography Charges

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 12 2025

Coon Rapids Fire Department Welcomes Community to Annual Open House at New Station #3

The Coon Rapids Fire Department hosted its annual Fire Department Open House on Saturday, October 11.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fire Department Welcomes Community to Annual Open House at New Station #3

Tom Akaolisa Editor