City offices are closed TODAY (Monday, Sept. 2) in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 3.

The Coon Rapids Fire Department is partnering with the American Red Cross to help save lives. A blood drive will take place Monday, Sept. 9 from 1-6 p.m. at Fire Station #3, located at 3150 111th Ave. To make an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market is open TODAY (Wednesday, Sept. 4) from 3-6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Coon Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. Find fresh vegetables, berries, flowers, honeys, jams, breads and more! coonrapidsmn.gov/1308/Farmers-M…

Watch the Coon Rapids City Council meeting from Tuesday, September 3, 2024. youtu.be/CWnAN3xd-xA

Get those entries in for the 2024 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest! This year’s theme is "Teamwork in Coon Rapids." The contest runs through Sept. 13 at 4:30pm. Winners will be judged in both youth & adult categories. Cash prizes will be awarded! coonrapidsmn.gov/1377/Photo-Con…

The community is invited to the official ribbon cutting ceremony for Fire Station #3 on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 4-5 p.m. Tours will be given and refreshments served! The new station is located at 3150 111th Ave. near Anoka-Ramsey Community College.

CITY COUNCIL RECAP: The City Council approves the preliminary tax levy for 2025, new rules for garbage haulers and a project that will help homeless families. youtu.be/7aG-ompA2HU

A program that features the work of local artists is seeking applicants for 2025. CTN's Steve Antus has details. youtu.be/wm5eiuBAvzo

Calling all pet lovers! Come out to the Coon Rapids Pet Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Riverview Park. youtu.be/88ASt5Dj2p4

The movie "Migration" (rated PG) will be shown on the big screen on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Soccer Complex, 1705 - 111th Ave. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show. Concessions will be available for purchase. coonrapidsmn.gov/1304/Movie-in-…

The community is invited to the official ribbon cutting ceremony for Fire Station #3 TOMORROW (Tuesday, Sept. 10) from 4-5 p.m. Tours will be given and refreshments served! The new station is located at 3150 111th Ave. near Anoka-Ramsey Community College.

The City is currently hiring a Streets Maintenance Worker. This entry level position performs street repair, patching, overlay, snow removal and shoveling. Join our team! governmentjobs.com/careers/coonra…

The Coon Rapids Farmers Market is open TODAY (Wednesday, Sept. 11) from 3-6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Coon Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. Find fresh vegetables, berries, flowers, honeys, jams, breads and more! More info: coonrapidsmn.gov/1308/Farmers-M…

Get those entries in for the 2024 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest! This year’s theme is "Teamwork in Coon Rapids." The contest runs through Sept. 13 at 4:30pm. Winners will be judged in both youth & adult categories. Cash prizes will be awarded! coonrapidsmn.gov/1377/Photo-Con…

Something you don't see every day created a bit of buzz in Coon Rapids this week. On Wednesday morning, a one-million gallon bowl was lifted into place on the City's new water tower. youtu.be/rjXH-b5HPRU

An open house for Fall Skating School will take place on Monday, Sept. 16 from 6:10-7 p.m. Meet the Skating School instructors, ask questions and get on the ice. Pre-registration required. Register for open house and skating school classes here: anc.apm.activecommunities.com/coonrapids/act…

The movie "Migration" (rated PG) will be shown on the big screen TOMORROW NIGHT (Saturday, Sept. 14) at 7:30 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Soccer Complex, 1705 - 111th Ave. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show! Concessions will be available for purchase. coonrapidsmn.gov/1304/Movie-in-…

The movie "Migration" (rated PG) will be shown on the big screen TONIGHT (Saturday, Sept. 14) at 7:30 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Soccer Complex, 1705 - 111th Ave. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the show! Concessions will be available for purchase. coonrapidsmn.gov/1304/Movie-in-…

An open house for Fall Skating School will take place TOMORROW (Monday, Sept. 16) from 6:10-7 p.m. Meet the Skating School instructors, ask questions and get on the ice. Pre-registration required. Register for open house and skating school classes here: anc.apm.activecommunities.com/coonrapids/act…

The fall edition of the Coon Rapids Connection newsletter should have arrived in your mailbox in the past few days. Be sure to check out the latest news and info. from the City. Plus, there's plenty of upcoming community events for residents to enjoy! coonrapidsmn.gov/Archive.aspx?A…