Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Lyme Disease Remains a Growing Summer Threat Across Minnesota

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Health Insurers Seek Double-Digit Premium Increases for 2027 Coverage

Minnesota health insurers are seeking 10–13% premium increases for 2027, citing rising medical, prescription drug and health care costs.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Health Insurers Seek Double-Digit Premium Increases for 2027 Coverage

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens After Brief Weekend Closure, Restoring One of Coon Rapids’ Most Popular Summer Destinations

Coon Rapids reopened the Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad after repairs, restoring a popular free summer destination for families across the community.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Boulevard Plaza Splash Pad Reopens After Brief Weekend Closure, Restoring One of Coon Rapids’ Most Popular Summer Destinations

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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 23 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 12 Report: Argentina and France Advance, Norway Survives a Thriller, and Algeria Keeps Hope Alive

Argentina and France secured knockout-round spots, Norway stayed perfect in a 3-2 thriller, and Algeria rallied to keep its World Cup hopes alive.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 12 Report: Argentina and France Advance, Norway Survives a Thriller, and Algeria Keeps Hope Alive

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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

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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

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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.

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

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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

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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.

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

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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.

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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