Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | A Living Legacy: Voices in 2026 Reflect on the Teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In 2026, Minnesotans reflect on Dr. King’s legacy as an "inheritance" of nonviolence and justice. Community voices urge collective action and courage over indifference.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | A Living Legacy: Voices in 2026 Reflect on the Teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 19 2026

City of Coon Rapids Closes Administrative Offices for Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Essential Services Remain in Operation

Coon Rapids city offices are closed Jan 19 for MLK Day. Emergency services remain active. Trash pickup is delayed one day, and normal business hours resume Jan 20.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

City of Coon Rapids Closes Administrative Offices for Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Essential Services Remain in Operation

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Monday January 19

High: 5°

Low: -9°

Wind: 15 MPH NW

Chance of snow: 4%

Overcast , with a high of 5 and low of -9 degrees. Overcast during the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon, clear during the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 19 2026

Opioid Crisis Documentary Screening Event

Anoka County hosts a free screening of "Faces of Hope," a documentary on the opioid crisis, Feb 3 at Lyric Arts. The event includes a panel and free Narcan kits.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jan 19 2026

Minnesota National Guard Mobilized as State Seeks to Contain Unrest and Prevent Escalation

Gov. Walz mobilized the MN National Guard to support safety amid protests over the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good. The Guard is staged but not deployed to city streets.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota National Guard Mobilized as State Seeks to Contain Unrest and Prevent Escalation

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 18 2026

Coon Rapids Invites Residents to Shape Winter Art as Snowflake Days Marks 62 Years

Coon Rapids celebrates 62 years of Snowflake Days (Jan 30–Feb 8). Residents are invited to enter the snow sculpture contest by Feb 2 for a chance to win cash prizes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Invites Residents to Shape Winter Art as Snowflake Days Marks 62 Years

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 18 2026

Pizza for a Purpose: How Coon Rapids PD Community Dinner Helps Shape the Future of Public Service

Pizza Ranch in Andover will host a fundraiser for Coon Rapids Police Explorers on Jan 26, 5–8 p.m. 10% of sales will support youth leadership and public safety training.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Pizza for a Purpose: How Coon Rapids PD Community Dinner Helps Shape the Future of Public Service

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jan 18 2026

Man Dies After Early-Morning Shooting at Brooklyn Park Apartment Complex

A man died after a shooting at a party in a Brooklyn Park apartment. Three suspects, including one juvenile, were arrested. The victim's name has not been released.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Man Dies After Early-Morning Shooting at Brooklyn Park Apartment Complex

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 17 2026

Planned Minneapolis Protests Prompt Heightened Law Enforcement Presence Amid Federal–State Tensions

Minneapolis police and state agencies are on high alert as dueling protests over ICE operations and the death of Renee Good are expected to converge downtown this weekend.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Planned Minneapolis Protests Prompt Heightened Law Enforcement Presence Amid Federal–State Tensions

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 17 2026

As Arctic Cold Tightens Its Grip, Coon Rapids Urges Residents to Act Now to Prevent Frozen Pipes

Coon Rapids urges residents to prevent frozen pipes by watching for yellow water or temperatures below 35°F. Run a thin stream of water to relieve pressure and avoid bursts.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

As Arctic Cold Tightens Its Grip, Coon Rapids Urges Residents to Act Now to Prevent Frozen Pipes

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 17 2026

Coon Rapids Looks Ahead As City Launches Decade-defining Parks And Recreation Master Plan Update

Coon Rapids launched its 2026–2036 Parks Master Plan update, seeking resident input via an online survey to guide future investments and stewardship of city assets.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Looks Ahead As City Launches Decade-defining Parks And Recreation Master Plan Update

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 17 2026

44th Avenue NE Bridge in Fridley Reopens for Winter as Reconstruction Pauses

Fridley’s 44th Ave NE bridge has reopened for winter. The $16M project to extend the bridge's life by 50 years pauses until spring, with final completion set for late 2026.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

44th Avenue NE Bridge in Fridley Reopens for Winter as Reconstruction Pauses

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jan 17 2026

Anoka Winterfest Concludes With Citywide Glow Skate, Closing A Week Built On Connection

Anoka Winterfest ends tonight with a citywide Glow Skate and Sled Night from 4–8 p.m. The 5-day festival focused on community connection, recreation, and civic safety.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka Winterfest Concludes With Citywide Glow Skate, Closing A Week Built On Connection

Tom Akaolisa Editor