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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 21 2026

Extreme Cold Alert: A Polar Vortex Buckle Brings Life-Threatening Cold to the Upper Midwest

A polar vortex buckle is bringing life-threatening Arctic air to Minnesota. Wind chills may hit -60°F, causing frostbite in minutes. Residents are urged to stay indoors.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Extreme Cold Alert: A Polar Vortex Buckle Brings Life-Threatening Cold to the Upper Midwest

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 21 2026

From Sirens To Silence, And Then To Homes: Coon Rapids Closes The Book On Old Fire Station 3

The wrecking ball arrived quietly, but its meaning was anything but small.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

From Sirens To Silence, And Then To Homes: Coon Rapids Closes The Book On Old Fire Station 3

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 21 2026

Minnesota Roads Turn a Corner: Inside the Data Behind 2025’s Sharp Drop in Traffic Deaths

MN traffic deaths dropped 22% in 2025 to 370, a post-pandemic low. While speeding and impaired driving deaths fell, bicycle fatalities doubled, showing uneven progress.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Roads Turn a Corner: Inside the Data Behind 2025’s Sharp Drop in Traffic Deaths

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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Jan 20 2026

Twin Cities Residents Can Receive up to $17,500 to Purchase Home
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Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 21 2026

Boston Scientific Advances Plans for Major Second-Phase Expansion at Maple Grove Arbor Lakes Campus

Boston Scientific plans a 300,000-sq-ft expansion at its Maple Grove campus. The Phase II addition will double the site’s size to support growing cardiovascular operations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Boston Scientific Advances Plans for Major Second-Phase Expansion at Maple Grove Arbor Lakes Campus

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jan 21 2026

44th Avenue NE Bridge in Fridley Reopens For Winter After Nearly Ten Months of Construction

Fridley’s 44th Ave NE bridge has reopened for winter after 10 months of work. Construction pauses until spring 2026, with final $16M project completion due by summer.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 20 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 | Senegal and the Meaning of Mastery: Africa’s Standard Bearer Arrives in 2026 With Authority

Senegal won the 2025 AFCON, cementing its status as Africa’s top team. Entering the 2026 World Cup, they offer proof of African football's maturity and elite structure.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 | Senegal and the Meaning of Mastery: Africa’s Standard Bearer Arrives in 2026 With Authority

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 20 2026

Blaine Police Department Calls For Mentorship As A Frontline Defense Against Human Trafficking

Blaine Police emphasize mentorship as a key defense against human trafficking, urging residents to build stable relationships to protect vulnerable youth from exploitation.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 20 2026

Anoka County Board Approves $6.3 Million in 2026 Policing Contracts for Andover, East Bethel, and Nowthen

Anoka County approved $6.3M in 2026 policing contracts for Andover, East Bethel, and Nowthen, providing dedicated sheriff patrols and shared public safety infrastructure.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 20 2026

Brooklyn Park Begins Early Planning for 2026 Celebrate Brooklyn Park: Tater Daze

Brooklyn Park seeks input via a survey for the 2026 Tater Daze festival on May 30. The event features a parade and community gathering focused on inclusive fun and local roots.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jan 20 2026

The Power of Her | Leadership That Restores: Dawn L. Johnson and The Practice of Becoming Whole

Minnesota coach and mentor Dawn L. Johnson empowers leaders to reclaim their wholeness. Her work focuses on inner liberation, moving beyond corporate output to human value.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

The Power of Her | Leadership That Restores: Dawn L. Johnson and The Practice of Becoming Whole

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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.

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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 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

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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