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Anoka, Minnesota Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hey there, Anoka! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Smokin' Whiskey Band Live! at Shortstop Coon Rapids
  • Strength and Conditioning | Summer Program at PACT Charter School
  • Dance Team | Clinic at PACT Charter School

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why did the barn collapse? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Hazy; breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 82, low: 68.
  • Sunday: Windy with a t-storm possible, with a high of 89 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

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  • Anyone missing a cat, he looks to have an air tag on his collar, he’s mostly white with grey and a little brown.
    He walked up to me in the front yard and wont leave. Seems lost we are by Jasper and Viking. Call 612-709-8578 (Nextdoor Nowthen South)
  • Cody has helped me with many things since we connected on next door.
    He is always willing to help out with all of my home needs !! He is consistent with responses and over all has been a big help to me since buying a… (Nextdoor Slab Town)
  • The Cleaning Authority, LLC posted a job opening for House Cleaner – No Nights or Weekends, Weekly Pay & Tips! Immediately Hire! in Anoka. Apply here.
  • Graco, Inc. posted a job opening for Assembler - Temp to Hire through VOLT in Anoka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Anoka here.

🗞 Nearby News

Andover

  • Best Doctors for Larynx and Vocal Cord Disease in Lindstrom, MN (usnews.com)
  • Numerous Oil Kings Looking to be Selected at 2026 NHL Draft (oursportscentral.com)

Coon Rapids

  • PC 26-23: Use Flexibility, 2891 Coon Rapids Blvd. (coonrapidsmn.gov)
  • Elk River Lumberjacks Secure Close Win Over Monticello Polecats (kdhlradio.com)

Ramsey

  • Mosquitos in Twin Cities test positive for West Nile virus (kare11.com)
  • Father sentenced to 16 years for assaulting 3-month-old twins, leaving 60 fractures total (local12.com)

Ok Anoka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It was un-stable. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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