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Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 21 2025

Give to the Max Day: Inside Minnesota’s Most Powerful Tradition of Generosity

On a peak nonprofit day, GiveMN CEO Jenna Ray took 25 minutes to share insights into the workings of Minnesota’s largest philanthropic tradition.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Give to the Max Day: Inside Minnesota’s Most Powerful Tradition of Generosity

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 21 2025

TRANSIT ALERT: Route 852 Retires Dec. 6, New Route 827 Expands Service for North Metro Riders

Metro Transit will launch Route 827 on Dec. 6, replacing Express 852 and expanding local transit access in Anoka County, Fridley, Blaine, Coon Rapids, and NE Minneapolis.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

TRANSIT ALERT: Route 852 Retires Dec. 6, New Route 827 Expands Service for North Metro Riders

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 21 2025

Coon Rapids Police & Fire Launch Annual “Season of Giving” on Nov. 23

Community donation drive supports children, families, seniors, and survivors across Anoka County

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 21 2025

Local Mascots and Holiday Icons Join Anoka County Sheriff to Combat Youth Homelessness

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office teamed with Anoka–Hennepin schools and local supporters for a fundraiser benefiting HOPE 4 Youth, aiding efforts to end youth homelessness.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Local Mascots and Holiday Icons Join Anoka County Sheriff to Combat Youth Homelessness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Nov 21 2025

Blaine Police Partner with Walmart to Surprise Shoppers with Holiday Grocery Relief

Officers from the Blaine Police Department (BPD) brought unexpected holiday cheer to grocery shoppers this week through an initiative called “Groceries with Guardians.”

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police Partner with Walmart to Surprise Shoppers with Holiday Grocery Relief

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | A Season of Giving, A Measure of Us: Why Give to the Max Day Has Become Minnesota’s Civic North Star

Each November, as winter approaches and days grow gray, Minnesota sees a remarkable annual surge of generosity—now a defining measure of the state’s character.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | A Season of Giving, A Measure of Us: Why Give to the Max Day Has Become Minnesota’s Civic North Star

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

Crunch Time for Coon Rapids: Mayor Koch Issues Final Push in Friendly “Border-Battle” Food Drive

With two days left in the Coon Rapids–Anoka food drive contest, Mayor Koch is urging residents to donate and help beat Anoka in the friendly ACBC Food Shelf challenge.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Crunch Time for Coon Rapids: Mayor Koch Issues Final Push in Friendly “Border-Battle” Food Drive

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

Andover High School Puts Neurodivergence Center Stage in Powerful Fall Production

Andover High School Theatre closed its fall season with The Curious Incident, delivering a powerful portrayal of neurodivergence that drew strong community engagement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

Invictus Brewing to Close as Former Executive Relaunches THC Brand Amid Federal Uncertainty

Invictus Brewing will close after seven years, citing rising costs, while former VP Nate Schneider launches its hemp-derived THC line as Voltage THC amid looming federal rules.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

Governor Walz Reviews Finalist List for Tenth Judicial District Vacancies

The Judicial Selection Commission sent Gov. Walz four finalists to fill two Tenth Judicial District vacancies, which serve eight counties and fast-growing communities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Governor Walz Reviews Finalist List for Tenth Judicial District Vacancies

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 20 2025

Blaine Police Department Highlights Community Connection During Season of Thanks

As Thanksgiving nears, Blaine PD reflects on building community bonds through events and everyday kindness, emphasizing that connection is key to public safety.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police Department Highlights Community Connection During Season of Thanks

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 19 2025

MinneapoliMedia Supporting Project DIVA International

At MinneapoliMedia, we believe in amplifying the voices of emerging young leaders across our communities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MinneapoliMedia Supporting Project DIVA International

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 19 2025

Scrolling into Danger: Minnesota Confronts the AI Crisis in Youth Well-Being

A 14-year-old in Minneapolis scrolls endlessly as AI algorithms push addictive content—underscoring Minnesota’s growing alarm over technology’s impact on youth well-being.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Scrolling into Danger: Minnesota Confronts the AI Crisis in Youth Well-Being

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 19 2025

Coon Rapids Gears Up for Annual Community Tree Lighting Festival on December 13, 2025

Coon Rapids will kick off the holidays with its Community Tree Lighting Festival on Dec. 13, 2025, from 3:30–6 p.m. at Boulevard Plaza, 11002 Crooked Lake Blvd.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Gears Up for Annual Community Tree Lighting Festival on December 13, 2025

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 19 2025

Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments Launch Annual “Season of Giving” Holiday Drive

Coon Rapids Police Department and Coon Rapids Fire Department will host the Season of Giving Kick-Off on Nov. 23 at Coon Rapids City Hall to raise donations for local nonprofits.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police and Fire Departments Launch Annual “Season of Giving” Holiday Drive

Tom Akaolisa Editor