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In recognition of the disruption the COVID-19 pandemic has caused, the Anoka County Board of Commissioners Nov. 24 granted qualifying owners of residential and non-residential properties more time to pay their property taxes without penalty.
When you see the red carnation you’ll know you’re in the right place.
The Anoka Knights of Columbus collected 283 coats during the fourth annual coats for kids drive Nov. 8.
It’s not Superman, but a new device at the Anoka County Jail grants staff X-ray vision of inmates entering the facility.
In one of its toughest tests of the fall, Legacy Christian Academy took a trio of close sets in its season finale Nov. 20 to defeat Mounds Park Academy 25-22, 25-23, 25-20 and complete a perfect season.
In its third annual performance, Northern Starz Children’s Theatre in Ramsey’s chapter of The Penguin Project has put on a show like no other.
Spending to benefit Democratic candidates for the Minnesota Legislature far outpaced spending for Republicans in Anoka County this year, according to the most recent data from the state’s Campaign Finance Board. But Democrats failed to flip any seats in the county on Election Day, leaving th…
There are spies. There are thrills and intrigue. There is a young duo whose quest for adventure leads to charm and mystery, perhaps more than they signed up for.
Anoka County commissioners approved a total of $99,456 in coronavirus relief funding for three nonprofits as part of its safety net program Nov. 10.
The Minnesota Reading Corps is desperately seeking volunteers to serve as tutors for grades K-3 in the Anoka-Hennepin School District where more than 30 reading tutors are needed.
Anoka High School honored six athletes Nov. 11 as they signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic careers in college. Pictured are (left): Olivia Rowe (soccer, Oklahoma), Madison Spah (softball, St. Cloud State University), Faris Colic (soccer, University of St. Thomas), Em…
A five-set effort resulted in an eighth win in a row for Andover Nov. 16, as the Huskies outlasted Elk River 25-21, 17-25, 17-25, 25-14, 15-11.
Spring Lake Park 14, Orono 0
Elementary students in the Anoka-Hennepin School District will transition to full distance learning Nov. 30.
A new director of student services joined the Anoka-Hennepin School District at the end of October.
The Anoka Armory now offers free, “no barrier” COVID-19 testing.
Former Anoka Police Chief Dave Hoagland died at Nov. 5 at age 100.
The Anoka-Hennepin School District still has work to do in reducing achievement gaps between various student groups based on the most recent measures, but a lack of 2020 testing leaves the data dated, according to an Oct. 26 presentation to the School Board.
The Anoka-Hennepin School District is planning to transition elementary schools to distance learning.
Anoka Halloween put on a Grande Day Parade drive-thru event at four locations in the city Saturday, Oct. 31, to mark the 100th anniversary of the citywide celebration. A steady stream of vehicles poured into the sites and drove past floats and other attractions.
Coon Rapids broke open what was a two-point game at the half by striking for four second-half touchdowns to run away from host Park Center 48-18 Nov. 6, gaining its first win of the season.
On Oct. 21 more than 150 members of the Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce came together to celebrate the start of the chamber’s 68th year and present awards.
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety and Vehicle Services will begin implementing a new system for motor vehicle transactions called MNDRIVE the evening of Nov. 10.
Upgraded air filtration, dispatch training and more were included in the most recent round of federal coronavirus relief spending by Anoka County.
Declining enrollment during the coronavirus pandemic is tightening the budget for the Anoka-Hennepin School District, and the budget deficit is expected to increase.
Disorderly conduct charges stemming from an Anoka City Council member’s June 8 confrontation with city staff will be dismissed if he successfully completes a year of unsupervised monitoring.
Voters cast ballots in local, state and national races Tuesday, Nov. 3. Results so far are unofficial.
Throughout the months of November and December, Rumriver Art Center in Anoka will be offering a variety of holiday art classes, both in person and virtually.
Anoka Mayor Phil Rice will keep his seat, and longtime former Council Member Jeff Weaver will return to the City Council, according to preliminary results from the Secretary of State's Office Nov. 3.
After splitting the opening two sets, Blaine seized the final two to earn its fourth win in its past five matches Nov. 2, defeating host Coon Rapids 25-7, 23-25, 25-18, 25-14 to improve to 5-3 on the season.
Following a scoreless first quarter, Andover picked up steam and another win Oct. 31, shutting out visiting St. Francis 41-0 to move to 4-0 on the season.
Three Anoka County residents are suing the Anoka-Hennepin School District and the local teachers union over alleged violations of state labor laws.
Over the past few years, a number of people suggested that Kat Barr, of Ramsey, enter the Anoka Halloween button design contest.
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the Anoka-Hennepin School District is forming an advisory committee to examine local data on the spread of the disease and make recommendations to the School Board.
Due to a United States 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling Oct. 29, absentee ballots for the general election must arrive by Election Day to ensure they will be counted.
Area voters will cast ballots in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 3.
This year’s Anoka Halloween Grande Day Parade event will be a drive-thru event at several locations throughout the city 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31.
Andover’s strong start to the volleyball season continued as the Huskies recorded a pair of 3-0 victories to improve their record to 5-1, defeating Osseo Oct. 22 and Coon Rapids Oct. 26. Avery Bolles had 14 kills, Presley Sommers had eight and Mallory Rak had seven against Osseo, with 25 ass…
Blaine had nine top-two finishes en route to taking the team title and Andover won seven of 12 events in a runner-up performance at the Section 7AA girls swimming and diving meet in Coon Rapids Oct. 23-24. Anoka followed in third place and Coon Rapids earned sixth place.
Sports and activities will continue in the Anoka-Hennepin School District, even as classes move online, after the district reversed course Monday night in the wake of an outcry from parents and students.
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