Real Sportscards began in Champlin five years ago, and a second store opened in Wisconsin in 2022. Now they’re in the North Metro, giving residents a chance to find their favorite collectable cards.
Continue reading...US Highway 10 Gets a Third Lane in North Metro
If you’ve traveled on US Highway 10 recently between Round Lake and Hanson Boulevard in Coon Rapids you’ve probably seen some upgrades. According to MnDOT the addition of an extra lane has increased traffic capacity, reduced congestion and improved safety. It will also lessen the impact on local roads.
Continue reading...Puck Passion! 2026 Hockey Mom of the Year Is From Lino Lakes
The World Junior Championships will be played in the Twin Cities from December 26 through January 5 as some of the top male hockey players under 20 compete for gold. There has been plenty of build up for this event – including a North Metro mom being honored for her devotion to the sport.
Continue reading...The Wonderful Blizzard of Oz Comes to Anoka County
Each year the Anoka County Transportation Department has a snow plow on display at the County Fair so residents can vote to name it. The winner for 2025 was recently announced.
Continue reading...MnDOT Getting Info Out on Upcoming Highway 65 Construction
Next spring road construction begins on Minnesota Highway 65 between 97th Avenue and Main Street in Blaine. This week MnDOT conducted a couple of meetings at City Hall to let residents know about this major project that finishes in 2029.
Continue reading...Perfect Panthers Look To Finish Season With Prep Bowl Win
Spring Lake Park is one win away from a second Prep Bowl title. The Panthers play on Saturday at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis in the Class 5A championship game.
Continue reading...Controlled Burn Takes Place at Bunker Hills Regional Park
Bunker Hills Regional Park was literally a hot spot on Sunday as smoke and flames were visible. But there was no reason to panic, this was a controlled burn planned in advance.
Continue reading...Blaine Food Shelf Getting Record Amount of Traffic
For some people these are very tough times. Just getting food on the table can be challenging. This is evident even in Blaine where a local food shelf is being pushed to the limit.
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