Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 11 Report: Spain Responds, Egypt Makes History, Cape Verde Refuses to Fade, and Group G Tightens Further

Spain rebounded with a 4-0 win, Egypt earned its first men's World Cup victory, Cape Verde stayed unbeaten, and Group G tightened dramatically.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 11 Report: Spain Responds, Egypt Makes History, Cape Verde Refuses to Fade, and Group G Tightens Further

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Commits $9.09 Million to Street Improvements as Summer Programming Expands Across the City

Coon Rapids approved $9.09 million for street improvements while expanding summer concerts, recreation programs, farmers markets and park safety initiatives.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Commits $9.09 Million to Street Improvements as Summer Programming Expands Across the City

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | As Blaine Prepares for Festival Weekend, a $195 Million Highway Project Reshapes the City's Future

As Blaine prepares for its annual festival, crews have begun a $195 million Highway 65 reconstruction project aimed at improving safety and easing congestion.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | As Blaine Prepares for Festival Weekend, a $195 Million Highway Project Reshapes the City's Future

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Alert - Fri. Jun 12 2026

Golf with Us Deadline is June 15th for Free Youth Golf Program by Bank of America
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Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

THE POWER OF HER | The Geography of Survival: How Dralandra Larkins Built a Sanctuary Beyond Words

Dralandra Larkins turned poetry into a tool for survival and healing, building spaces where truth, vulnerability and community can flourish.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

THE POWER OF HER | The Geography of Survival: How Dralandra Larkins Built a Sanctuary Beyond Words

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Beyond the Badge and the Firehouse: Blaine Citizens Academy Opens Public Safety Operations to Residents

Blaine is accepting applications for its free Citizens Academy, offering residents a behind-the-scenes look at police, fire and public safety operations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Beyond the Badge and the Firehouse: Blaine Citizens Academy Opens Public Safety Operations to Residents

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 22 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hennepin County Invites Young Leaders to Help Shape the Future of Public Libraries

Hennepin County is seeking young leaders ages 16–19 to help shape library services through a paid advisory committee serving communities across the county.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hennepin County Invites Young Leaders to Help Shape the Future of Public Libraries

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

MinneapoliMedia Wishes All Fathers a Happy Fathers' Day

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 10 Report: The Dutch Run Riot, Germany Escapes Late, Curaçao Makes History, and Japan Delivers a Landmark Performance

The Netherlands routed Sweden 5-1, Germany advanced with a late winner, Curaçao earned a historic draw, and Japan dominated World Cup match No. 1,000.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 10 Report: The Dutch Run Riot, Germany Escapes Late, Curaçao Makes History, and Japan Delivers a Landmark Performance

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | The Parking Lot Is Where The Real Event Happens

Philosophy Jane explores why the real event begins after it ends, when parking lots become village squares where community quietly takes root.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Closes Popular Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Following Storm-Related System Failure

Coon Rapids has closed the Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad after a possible storm-related system failure, with repairs underway and no reopening date announced.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Closes Popular Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Following Storm-Related System Failure

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Seeks Election Judges as City Prepares for 2026 Primary and General Elections

Coon Rapids is seeking adult and student election judges for the 2026 primary and general elections to help administer voting and support local democracy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Seeks Election Judges as City Prepares for 2026 Primary and General Elections

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Craig and Flanagan Clash Over Immigration, Accountability, and the Future of the DFL in First U.S. Senate Debate

Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan clashed in their first Senate debate, sparring over immigration, accountability, fundraising and the DFL's future.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Craig and Flanagan Clash Over Immigration, Accountability, and the Future of the DFL in First U.S. Senate Debate

Tom Akaolisa Editor