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City of Anoka: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka, Anoka Aquatic Center, Anoka County, Anoka Winterwest, Halloween Capital of the World, Haven Golf Course, Northstar Commuter Rail, Rum River Library,

The City of Anoka is located 21 miles northwest of Minneapolis. The thriving community is home to approximately 17,000 residents who enjoy the city’s diverse amenities and small-town feel. Anoka’s historic and tight-knit community is largely shaped by the city’s different events, amenities, businesses, organizations, and location. The community of Anoka relies heavily upon its… Read more »

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City of Anoka: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka, Anoka County, Anoka Shoe Factory, Dakota Indians, Father Lewis Hennepin, Joseph Belanger, logging, Ojibwa, Rum River,

The Dakota Indians were the first known inhabitants in the Anoka area. However, the tribe was later pushed out west across the Mississippi by the Ojibwa. Eventually, the city of Anoka became a neutral ground between both tribes. The name Anoka is a combination of the two tribe’s name for the area. The first recorded… Read more »

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City of Anoka: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Akin Riverside Park, Anoka, Anoka County, Castle Field, City Hall Dam & Port-of-Anoka Park, George Green Park, Mississippi River Park, Parks and Recreation, Peninsula Point Two Rivers Park, Rudy Johnson Park,

Anoka, Minnesota encompasses over 7 square miles of land with plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities for its thriving community to enjoy. The City of Anoka maintains 34 different parks with trails, athletic fields, open space, a golf course, senior center, and aquatic center. Some of the most notable parks include: Akin Riverside Park: Located on… Read more »

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City of Anoka: Schools

Tagged: Anoka, Anoka Adventist Christian School, Anoka County, Anoka High School, Anoka Middle School for the Arts, Anoka Technical College, education, Lincoln Elementary, schools,

Anoka, Minnesota is served by the Anoka-Hennepin School District. The district is one of the largest in the state, serving over 3,800 students in 13 suburban communities, which are spread over 172 square miles of land. The City of Anoka itself is home to 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 4 high schools, and 1… Read more »

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City of Anoka: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka, Anoka County, City of Anoka, city overview, Halloween Capital of the World, Northstar Commuter Rail,

The city of Anoka, Minnesota is a medium-sized city located slightly northwest of the Twin Cities metro. Home to around 17,000 residents, the city of Anoka encompasses an area of just over 7 square miles. The city is located on the southern border of Anoka County, and is the county seat or administrative center for… Read more »

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City of Coon Rapids: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Bunker Hills Golf Club, Coon Rapids Dam, Mercy Hospital, Riverdale Village Shopping Area, Summer Concerts, Things to do,

Coon Rapids, Minnesota is situated 15 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka County. With a population of 62,103, Coon Rapids is the largest city in Anoka County and the fifth largest suburb in the state. The City of Coon Rapids offers small town friendliness combined with urban excitement, making it the perfect destination to work,… Read more »

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City of Coon Rapids: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka Pressed Brick, CIty History, Coon Creek, Coon Rapids Dam, D. C. Dunham, Terra Cotta Company,

Coon Rapids began as a farming community. Agriculture was the first industry in the Coon Creek area. Farms ranged from 90 to 600 acres. The first brickyard came into establishment in 1881 by Dr. D.C. Dunham. This brickyard was known as the Anoka Pressed Brick and Terra Cotta Company, and it was situated near the… Read more »

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City of Coon Rapids: Schools & ISD 11

Tagged: Coon Rapids High School, Coon Rapids Middle School, education, Hoover Elementary, School District 11, schools,

Coon Rapids, Minnesota is in Anoka-Hennepin School District 11. The district serves 11 communities: all of Coon Rapids, Anoka, and Champlin, and parts of Andover, Blaine, Brooklyn Park, Dayton, Fridley,  Ham Lake, Nowthen, Oak Grove, and Ramsey. Within the Anoka-Hennepin School District there are 37,880 students in 34 different schools. Hoover Elementary is situated in… Read more »

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City of Coon Rapids: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Bunker Hills Golf Club, Bunker Hills Regional Park, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, Coon Rapids Ice Center, Parks and Recreation,

Coon Rapids, Minnesota is home to an abundance of recreational opportunities. The city boasts 850 acres of city parks, 2 regional county parks, Bunker Hills Golf Club, and an ice arena. Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park: A unique park situated in Coon Rapids. The Mississippi River defines the boundaries of the 446 acre park. Within… Read more »

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City of Columbus: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Columbus, Columbus Fall Fest, Things to do,

The city of Columbus, Minnesota is located 26 miles north of the Twin Cities in Anoka County. It provides a mixture of small town and residential feels with numerous rural, residential, and commercial properties. The city has much to offer its residents including numerous outdoor recreational activities. Because Columbus is in close proximity to Minneapolis,… Read more »

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City of Centerville: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Centerville, Chomonix Golf Course, Corner Stone Park, Laurie LaMotte Park, Parks and Recreation, Rice Creek Chain of Regional Park Reserve, Wargo Nature Center,

Centerville has beautiful natural resources and seeks to preserve the natural environment. With six developed city parks, trails, as well as Anoka County Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park, there is something for all residents. Corner Stone Park: The city’s newest addition to the parks system. The special feature at the park is the… Read more »

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City of Centerville: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Centerville, Centerville Lake, Festival on the Lakes, Fete des Lacs, Peltier Lake, Things to do,

Centerville, Minnesota is located 30 minutes north of the Twin Cities in Anoka County. It is a beautiful and quiet community situated between Peltier Lake and Centerville Lake, making it easy to feel you are a long way from the Twin Cities. The community has thrived because of its focus, tradition, and progress. Centerville is… Read more »

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City of Centerville: Schools & ISD 12

Tagged: Anoka County, Centennial High School, Centennial Middle School, Centerville, Centerville Elementary School, education, School District 12, schools,

Centerville is situated in Independent School District 12. The Centennial School District, located in Anoka County, serves Centerville, Lexington, Circle Pines, and portions of the cities of Lino Lakes and Blaine. Centerville Elementary School serves nearly 600 students in grades K-5. With caring staff and respectful students, Centerville Elementary maintains a small town feel. The… Read more »

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City of Centerville: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka County, Centerville, CIty History, Dakota Indians, F.W. Travis, French Canadians, Harold Kohlepp, LaMotte, LaValle, Peltier,

In the 1600s and 1700s, Centerville was inhabited by Dakota Indians. The area was covered with dense woodlands as well as marshes, lakes, and waterways. Because of the rich natural area, the Dakota Indians had an abundance of food, including wild rice as well as game and fish. The waterways provided easy access to St…. Read more »

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City of Circle Pines: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Circle Pines, small town, Things to do,

The city of Circle Pines, Minnesota is located 15 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka County. The city is an excellent community with numerous recreational activities, safe neighborhoods, and outstanding schools. Residents enjoy a small town feel while still having easy access to all Minneapolis and St. Paul have to offer. This quiet community is… Read more »

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City of Circle Pines: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Baldwin Park, Carl Eck Park, Circle Pines, Golden Lake Park, Parks and Recreation,

The city of Circle Pines covers a total area of 1.97 square miles and is home to 7 different parks and trails. Parks in the city of Circle Pines are run by the Anoka County Parks system and offer numerous recreational activities to all residents. Golden Lake Park: Situated on Golden Lake and offers several… Read more »

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City of Columbia Heights: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Columbia Heights, Columbia Heights Public Library, Heights Theater, Hylander Center, The Jamboree,

Columbia Heights, Minnesota is a city situated in the southernmost tip of Anoka County. Laid out over 2,176 acres, the city is home to 19,496 residents. The City of Columbia Heights has much to offer within and is only seven miles northeast of downtown Minneapolis. Within the community, there are several events for residents to… Read more »

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City of Ham Lake: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Bunker Hills Golf Club, Bunker Hills Regional Park, Ham Lake, Ham Lake Park, Lion Park, Parks and Recreation,

The city of Ham Lake is home to several different parks offering residents numerous opportunities to enjoy various recreational activities. Ham Lake covers a total area of 35.71 square miles with no shortage of outdoor activities. Ham Lake Park: A city park offering numerous recreational activities that all residents can enjoy. Ham Lake Park features… Read more »

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City of Ham Lake: Schools

Tagged: Andover Elementary School, Andover High School, Anoka County, Anoka-Hennepin School District, education, Ham Lake, Oak View Middle School, schools,

Students in the city of Ham Lake are served by the Anoka-Hennepin school District. Anoka-Hennepin is one of the largest school districts in Minnesota serving approximately 38,000 students. Anoka-Hennepin is spread out across 172 square miles covering 13 suburban communities north of the Twin Cities. Anoka-Hennepin has 24 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 5… Read more »

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City of Ham Lake: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Ham Lake, Ham Lake Snowbowl, Majestic Oaks Golf Club, Things to do,

The city of Ham lake is located 25 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka County. Ham Lake covers a total area of 36 square miles and is home 15,666 residents. Residents of Ham Lake enjoy a country lifestyle while still being conveniently located to the Twin Cities and other surrounding suburbs. This country feel provides… Read more »

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City of Bethel: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Bethel, Dugout Bar and Grill, small town, Things to do,

Bethel, Minnesota is located 40 miles north of the Twin Cities in Anoka County. The City of Bethel is a small town community with a population just under 500. Bethel is a rural community where residents can enjoy the benefits of small town while still having easy access to plenty of amenities in nearby cities…. Read more »

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City of Bethel: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Bethel, Bethel Wildlife Management Area, John Anderson Memorial Park, Lake George Regional Park,

The city of Bethel, Minnesota covers a total area of 0.97 square miles. Although the city itself does not have any parks, there are several nearby that all residents can enjoy. Bethel Wildlife Management Area: The Bethel Wildlife Management Area is a part of Minnesota’s outdoor recreation system was created to help protect the natural landscape and… Read more »

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City of East Bethel: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Cedar Creek Ecosystem Reserve, East Bethel, East Bethel 10 Theatre, East Bethel Booster Day, Things to do, Viking Meadows Golf Course,

The City of East Bethel is home to over 11,000 residents and is situated approximately 30 miles north of Minneapolis. The community of East Bethel enjoys the city’s small-town feel and family atmosphere. As a northern suburb in the metro area, East Bethel offers both a close proximity to the Twin Cities and a spacious,… Read more »

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City of Andover: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Bunker Hills Golf Club, Bunker Hills Regional Park, Parks and Recreation, Rum River Regional Park, Sunshine Park,

The city of Andover covers a total area of 34.83 square miles and is home to 400 acres of community and neighborhood parks. Andover is home to 63 parks and over 32 miles of trails. Residents have no shortage of options when choosing a park to enjoy. Andover‘s numerous parks offer several different recreational activities… Read more »

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City of Andover: Schools

Tagged: Andover Elementary School, Andover High School, Anoka-Hennepin School District, Oak View Middle School,

Students in the city of Andover are served by the Anoka-Hennepin school District. Anoka-Hennepin is one of the largest school districts in Minnesota serving approximately 38,000 students. Anoka-Hennepin is spread out across 172 square miles covering 13 suburban communities north of the Twin Cities. Anoka-Hennepin has 24 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 5 high… Read more »

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City of Andover: Community Life

Tagged: Andover Family Fun Fest, Anoka County Library System, Eveland Family Farm, Rum River Library, Things to do, YMCA,

Andover, Minnesota is located 25 miles north of the Twin Cities in Anoka County. Andover is a quiet and safe community that is continuing to grow with a population of just over 31,700. The city offers an exceptional community with quiet neighborhoods and great recreational activities that make it an attractive place to live. Andover… Read more »

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City of Lino Lakes: Schools & ISD 12

Tagged: Anoka County, Blue Heron Elementary, Centennial High School, Centennial Middle School, education, Lino Lakes, School District 12, schools,

Lino Lakes, Minnesota is a part of Centennial School District. Independent School District 12 is situated in Anoka County and serves portions of Lino Lakes and Blaine as well as Lexington, Centerville, and Circle Pines. Blue Heron Elementary is situated in Lino Lakes. The school serves 860 students in a safe, respectful, and purposeful environment…. Read more »

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City of Lino Lakes: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Blue Heron Days, Family Corn Roast, Lino Lakes, Rice Creek Chain of Lakes, Things to do,

Lino Lakes, Minnesota is situated in the southeastern portion of Anoka County. The city is laid out over 33 square miles and is home to about 20,862 residents. Lino Lakes offers countless natural amenities yet is within 20 minutes of the Twin Cities. In order to maintain a close-knit community, Lino Lakes offers many events…. Read more »

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City of Lexington: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Farmer's Market, Lexington, Things to do,

The city of Lexington, Minnesota is located 15 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka County. It offers residents a small town atmosphere with all the amenities of a big city within reach. Lexington is a close-knit community offering a peaceful and relaxing environment that is home to 2,019 residents. Although Lexington is a small town,… Read more »

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City of Nowthen: Schools & Districts

Tagged: Anoka County, Nowthen, Ramsey Elementary School, School District 11, School District 15, School District 728, Spectrum High School, St. Francis Middle School,

Within the City of Nowthen, a total of three school districts are present: Anoka-Hennepin School District 11, St. Francis School District 15, and Elk River School District 728. Nowthen residents have an abundance of educational options within close proximity to home. Some of the schools near Nowthen include: Ramsey Elementary School serves about 1,312 students… Read more »

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City of Nowthen: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Farmer's Market, Heritage Days, Nowthen, Threshing Days,

The City of Nowthen, Minnesota is a community in northwest part of Anoka County. The city of Nowthen is laid out over 35.10 square miles and is home to about 4,444 residents. With the motto, “Where It Still Feels Like Country”, Nowthen offers a small town feel yet is situated near many amenities. In order… Read more »

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City of Oak Grove: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Oak Grove, Oak Grove Acorn Days, Oak Grove Lions Club, Refuge Golf Club,

Oak Grove, Minnesota is situated in the northwestern part of Anoka County. The city is laid out over 36 square miles and is home to approximately 8,337 residents. Oak Grove features large lots, a friendly community, and an abundance of outdoor amenities. The City of Oak Grove seeks to provide many events throughout the year… Read more »

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City of Ramsey: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka County, CIty History, City of Watertown, Ramsey, The Governor Ramsey, Watertown,

The first pioneers settled in the area around what is now known as Ramsey because of the trading industry along the Mississippi River. The settlers came to the area on a steamboat called The Governor Ramsey named after the first governor of Minnesota, which is where the city of Ramsey got its name. In 1857,… Read more »

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City of Ramsey: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Game Fair, Happy Days, Northstar Community Rail Station, Ramsey, Rum River, The Draw Summer Event, Things to do,

The city of Ramsey, Minnesota is located 26 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka County. Ramsey is a big city with a population of nearly 25,000 situated on the outskirts of the Twin Cities. The city of Ramsey is a beautiful scenic city situated between the Mississippi and Rum Rivers with numerous golf courses, regional… Read more »

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City of St. Francis: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Bethel Wildlife Management Area, Community Park, Rum River North Country Park, St. Francis,

The city of St. Francis covers a total area of 23.97 square miles and is home to nine different parks. The parks within the city of St. Francis offers numerous recreational activities that all residents can enjoy. Residents can experience all the amenities the parks have to offer while enjoying the beauty surrounding St. Francis. Rum… Read more »

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City of St. Francis: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Community Park, St. Francis, St. Francis Pioneer Days,

The city of St. Francis, Minnesota is located 40 miles north of the Twin Cities on the northern edge of Anoka County. St. Francis is a rural community offering a unique combination of a small town feel and a big city with a population over 7,000. Residents enjoy the peaceful and close-knit community while still… Read more »

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City of Spring Lake Park: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Northtown Library, Ramsey, Spring Lake Park, Spring Lake Park Goony Golf, Tower Days,

The city of Spring Lake Park, Minnesota is located 10 miles north of Minneapolis in Anoka and Ramsey Counties. Spring Lake Park is a residential small town with friendly residents and charming community. Spring Lake Park is home to over 6,500 residents offering numerous recreational activities and entertainment  within the city and in neighboring communities…. Read more »

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City of Spring Lake Park: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka County, CIty History, Manomin County, Ramsey County, Spring Lake Park,

The area now known as Spring Lake Park was originally a part of Manomin County. Manomin County was established in May of 1857 and included Columbia Heights, Fridley, Hilltop, and Spring Lake Park. In April of 1870, the people of Manomin County petitioned to become a part of Anoka County and were accepted as a… Read more »

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St. Louis Park: Lenox Neighborhood

Tagged: Charles I. Fuller, Freedom Park, Hennepin County, Lenox Community Center, Parkview Park, Roxbury Park, Saint Louis Park, Saint Louis Park High School, Saint Louis Park Library, St. Louis Park Neighborhoods, The Goodrich Home, Ward 1, Ward 3,

The Lenox neighborhood lies in the central portion of St. Louis Park and is divided between Wards 1 and 3. Lenox is bordered by the neighborhoods of Bronx Park, Sorensen, South Oak Hill, and Oak Hill. In 1913, Lenox was platted by Charles I. Fuller. Originally the neighborhood was known as “The Goodrich Home” because… Read more »

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Kordiak County Park in Columbia Heights Minnesota

Tagged: Anoka County, Anoka County Parks, Columbia Heights, Parks and Recreation, WWII Howitzer canon,

Kordiak County Park was the first park in the Anoka County Parks System. This 29-acre park is maintained as a natural retreat for residents and visitors of southern Anoka County. Kordiak County Park is also home to a plaque dedicated to Anoka County Veterans from World War II. It sits by a WWII howitzer cannon…. Read more »

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City of North St. Paul: A Brief History

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The City of North St. Paul, Minnesota is one of the oldest suburbs in the entire state of Minnesota. The city was initially named Castle, after its founder Henry A. Castle. Castle was characterized for his many diverse activities. He is known for his role as a soldier in the Civil War and later as… Read more »

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City of St. Francis: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of St. Francis, city overview, Rum River, St. Francis,

The city of St. Francis, Minnesota medium-sized suburb located northwest of Minneapolis. St. Francis encompasses an area of 24 square miles and is home to over 7,000 residents. It makes up the northwestern corner of Anoka County. Cherished by residents for its rural feel, Saint Francis blends a rural city layout with the city living… Read more »

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City of Spring Lake Park: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Spring Lake Park, city overview, Ramsey County, Spring Lake Park,

The city of Spring Lake Park, Minnesota is a small suburb located north of Minneapolis and in the southern portion of Anoka County and northern park of Ramsey County. Home to approximately 6,500 residents, Spring Lake Park is full of small town charm and closely-knit community. Spring Lake Park is primarily residential, but it features a… Read more »

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City of Ramsey: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Ramsey, Ramsey,

The city of Ramsey, Minnesota is a large suburb located northwest from Minneapolis. The city encompasses an area of approximately 30 square miles and is home to 25,000 residents. Ramsey is found on the western border of Anoka County. There is much to enjoy within the city of Ramsey. For starters, residents enjoy the city’s… Read more »

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City of Oak Grove: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Oakgrove, Lake George Regional Pakr, Oak Grove,

The city of Oak Grove, Minnesota is a medium-sized city located north of Minneapolis. Encompassing an area of nearly 36 square miles, Oak Grove offers ample living space to its approximately 8,100 residents. It is located within the northern half of Anoka County and describes itself as a city “of low density residential neighborhoods with some… Read more »

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City of Nowthen: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Nowthen, city overview, Nowthen,

The city of Nowthen, Minnesota is unique, medium-sized city, with a unique name. Named after the town’s first postmaster who had a habit of saying “Now, then” in conversation, Nowthen, Minnesota encompasses an area of 35 square miles. Home to around 4,500 residents, Nowthen is located on the western border of Anoka County. Nowthen is… Read more »

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City of Lexington: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Lexington, Lexington,

The city of Lexington, Minnesota is a tiny city located northeast of the Twin Cities metro. Encompassing an area of just 0.69 square miles, Lexington is one of the smallest cities in Anoka County. Just over 2,000 residents call the city of Lexington home, and they appreciate several unique features within the city. For starters, the… Read more »

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City of Ham Lake: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, city overview, Ham Lake,

The city of Ham Lake, Minnesota is a northern suburb located slightly northeast of Minneapolis. Encompassing an area of nearly 36 square miles, Ham Lake is one of the larger cities in Anoka County (based on land area). Home to just under 16,000 residents, Ham Lake is an active community that has a semi-rural feel…. Read more »

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City of East Bethel: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of East Bethel, East Bethel,

The city of East Bethel, Minnesota is a semi-rural city located slightly northeast of the Twin Cities metro area. Encompassing an area of nearly 48 miles, East Bethel is located on the northern border of Anoka County and is one of the biggest cities (land area-wise)  in the entire county. Home to nearly 12,000 residents,… Read more »

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City of Coon Rapids: A Brief Overview

Tagged: city overview, Large City,

The city of Coon Rapids, Minnesota is a northern suburb of Minneapolis. It is the largest city in Anoka County (population-wise), and is home to over 62,000 residents. The city encompasses an area of over 23 square miles, and offers great amenities to its residents. With extensive parks and commercial development, excellent shopping, 24 hour… Read more »

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City of Columbus: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Columbus, Columbus, Running Aces Casino & Racetrack,

The city of Columbus, Minnesota is a large city located northeast of the Twin Cities metro area. Encompassing a total area of nearly 48 square miles, the city is one of the biggest cities in Anoka County (land area-wise). Home to around 4,000 residents, Columbus has a rural community feel. Residents enjoy lots of open… Read more »

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City of Circle Pines: A Brief Overview

Tagged: 3rd most perfect suberb, Anoka County, Circle Pines, City of Circle Pines,

The city of Circle Pines, Minnesota is a fully developed city located northeast of Minneapolis. Situated along the southern border of Anoka County, Circle Pines encompasses an area of nearly 2 square miles and is home to about 5,000 residents. While a smaller city compared to some of its larger suburban neighbors, it does have… Read more »

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City of Bethel: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, Bethel, City of Bethel, city overview,

The city of Bethel, Minnesota is a very small city located north of Minneapolis and on the utmost northern border of Anoka County. Home to around 500 residents, Bethel embraces its small-town feel while maintaining access to the Twin Cities metro area. The city encompasses an area of less than one square mile, and residents… Read more »

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City of Andover: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Andover, city overview,

The city of Andover, Minnesota is located north of Minneapolis and neighbors the cities of Coon Rapids, Ham Lake, Ramsey, and Blaine. A city of over 32,000 residents and encompassing an area of nearly 35 square miles, Andover is a large, northern suburb of the Twin Cities metro area. It is located near the center… Read more »

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City of Blaine: Schools & District 11

Tagged: Anoka County, Blaine High School, City of Blaine, Madison Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, School District 11,

Blaine, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. This district is the largest in the state as it enrolls over 38,000 students annually and serves all or parts of 13 different cities. It is the primary mission of the Anoka-Hennepin School District to effectively educate each of its… Read more »

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City of Blaine: Parks & Trails

Tagged: Anoka County, Bunker Hills Regional Park, City of Blaine, Laddie Lake Park, Lakeside Commons Park, Lochness Park, Pioneer Park,

The city of Blaine, Minnesota is home to over 60 parks and 70 miles of trails. With so much outdoor space dedicated to passive and active recreation, residents and visitors alike have no shortage of places to explore. Park options range from large, community parks to small neighborhood open spaces. Some of the most notable… Read more »

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City of Blaine: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Blaine, city overview, Club West Lake, Laddie Lake, Lochness Lake, Sunrise Lake,

Blaine, Minnesota is a city that lies along the southern edge of Anoka County. The city of Blaine has experienced vast growth over the last few decades, and currently has a residential population of over 57,000. As a part of the Twin Cities metro area, the city is just 20 minutes directly north of Minneapolis…. Read more »

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City of Blaine: A Brief History

Tagged: Anoka County, City of Blaine, George Townsend, James G. Blaine, Laddies Lake, Moses Ripley, Phillip Laddy,

The first recognized settler of modern day Blaine, Minnesota was Phillip Laddy, who was an immigrant from Ireland. The lake he lived by in 1862 is now called Laddies Lake. Unfortunately, Phillip died at a younger age, and his family left the area to head back to Minneapolis. For the next few years, the only… Read more »

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City of Blaine: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Anoka County Airport, Blaine Triathlon, City of Blaine, City of North Oaks, National Sports Center, Northtown Mall, PGA Tour, Things to do, World Fest,

The city of Blaine, Minnesota is located 18 miles north of Minneapolis. As one of the larger suburbs located north of the cities, Blaine is home to over 60,000 residents. A dynamic and growing community, Blaine offers its residents a community that blends the amenities of a big city with the close-knit feel of a… Read more »

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City of Fridley: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Anoka County, city overview, Employment hub, Fridley,

The city of Fridley, Minnesota is a first ring suburb of Minneapolis and is home to over 27,000 residents. Known around the state for its small-town feel, Fridley offers the amenities of a bigger city while maintaining the charm that is found within a smaller community. Residents enjoy many aspects of life within Fridley, but… Read more »

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City of Fridley: Community Life

Tagged: Anoka County, Baseball, Cummins, Fridley, fun things to do, Medtronic, Springbrook Nature Preserve, Things to do, Unity Hospital,

With a population of over 27,000, Fridley, Minnesota is notorious for offering a small-town feel in a larger city. As it is directly north of Minneapolis, and northwest of St. Paul, Fridley also offers plenty of other options recreationally, in the entertainment realm, and work for the residents that live there. Because it is a… Read more »

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City of Dayton: Schools and Education

Tagged: City of Dayton, Dayton, Dayton Elementary, Hassen Elementary, Hennepin County, Rogers High School, Rogers Middle School, School District 11, School District 278, Wright County,

The city of Dayton, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. This district is the largest in the state as it enrolls over 38,000 students annually and serves all or parts of 13 different cities. It is the primary mission of the Anoka-Hennepin School District to effectively educate… Read more »

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City of Champlin: A Brief Overview

Tagged: Champlin, City of Champlin, city overview, Hennepin County, Mississippi River, North Suberbs,

Champlin, Minnesota is a city that is a member of Hennepin County, and located northwest of Minneapolis. This city borders the Mississippi River, as well as the cities of Anoka, Dayton, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove and Coon Rapids. The current population of residents is close to 24,000 and the land area of the city covers… Read more »

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City of Champlin: Community Life

Tagged: Champlin, Champlin Ice Forum, Champlin Public Library, City of Champlin, Father Hennepin, Father Hennepin Festival, Hennepin County, Things to do,

The city of Champlin, Minnesota is a city of close to 24,000 residents. As one of the northern cities in Hennepin County, Champlin enjoys a suburban atmosphere with plenty of space. With ample park land set aside, numerous amenities, and a location on the Mississippi River, residents of the city enjoy modern comfort in a… Read more »

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City of Champlin: A Brief History

Tagged: Champlin, CIty History, City of Champlin, Dakota Tribe, Hennepin County, Stephen Champlin, War of 1812,

The name Champlin was derived from the name of a U.S. Navy Commodore who was known as Stephen Champlin. He was active during the war of 1812 and he died in New York during the year of 1870. The area was first discovered when pioneers were captured by the Native American Indians of the Dakota… Read more »

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City of Champlin: Schools & District 11

Tagged: Champlin, City of Champlin, education, Hennepin County, Jackson Middle School, Oxbow Creek Elementary, School District 11, schools,

The city of Champlin, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. This district is the largest in the state as it enrolls over 38,000 students annually and serves all or parts of 13 different cities. It is the primary mission of the Anoka-Hennepin School District to effectively educate… Read more »

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