Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Thu. May 8 2025

Ramsey City Council Greenlights Street Reconstruction Project With North Valley, Inc.

In a unanimous 5-0 vote at their latest meeting, the Ramsey City Council approved the acceptance of bids and awarded a significant street reconstruction contract to North Valley

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. May 8 2025

Maple Grove Community Rallies In Remembrance With Blue Porch Lights During National Police Week

In a gesture of remembrance, the Maple Grove Police Department has called on residents to light their porches blue.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Maple Grove Community Rallies In Remembrance With Blue Porch Lights During National Police Week

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday May 29

High: 80°

Low: 48°

Wind: 5 MPH W

Chance of rain: 0%

Cloudy , with a high of 80 and low of 48 degrees. Fog during the morning, sunny during the afternoon, partly cloudy in the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Thu. May 8 2025

Columbia Heights Mayor Addresses Racist Incident At Parks And Recreation Meeting

At the Columbia Heights City Council meeting on April 28, 2025, Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula announced changes to the city's public forum policies and staff training protocols.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Columbia Heights Mayor Addresses Racist Incident At Parks And Recreation Meeting

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. May 8 2025

Frustration Grows as Metro Transit Signals Phase-Out Of Northstar Rail In North Metro

Metro Transit is preparing to phase out its Northstar Commuter Rail service in the north metro, replacing the long-struggling rail line with new bus options.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Frustration Grows as Metro Transit Signals Phase-Out Of Northstar Rail In North Metro

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 7 2025

Coon Rapids City Farmers Market Opens Wednesday, June 18

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market opens for the season on Wednesday, June 18.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 7 2025

Building Safety Month: Week 2

Creating a game plan to actively support building safety programs in your community!

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 7 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Responds To Recent Violent Incidents

In unusual week for public safety, Anoka County witnessed three separate violent incidents, raising community concerns about mental health, crisis response, and domestic violence.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 7 2025

Anoka-Hennepin School Board Approves History Textbooks After Dispute With Teachers Union

Conservative board members had questioned the content of the books and curricula, prompting criticism from the teachers union.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 7 2025

CLEAN RIVER PARTNERS: Protecting Our Habitats: A Call To Action For Our Community

In southeast Minnesota, including the Cannon River watershed, much of our landscape is privately owned and used for development or agriculture.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

CLEAN RIVER PARTNERS: Protecting Our Habitats: A Call To Action For Our Community

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 6 2025

Coon Rapids Invites Community To Explore City Operations At Annual Public Works Open House

Residents of Coon Rapids and surrounding areas are gearing up for the city's annual Public Works Open House.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 6 2025

Anoka County Construction Weekly Updates

Anoka County has established publishing weekly updates on its website, specifically during the construction season, to keep residents informed about ongoing roadwork.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 6 2025

Housing Bill That Includes Down Payment Help Progresses At MN Capitol

A significant housing bill that includes a program to assist first-generation homebuyers with down payments is progressing through the Minnesota Legislature.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Housing Bill That Includes Down Payment Help Progresses At MN Capitol

Tom Akaolisa Editor