I'm originally from rural Itasca County, but have called St. Cloud my home for the past ten years. I've worn quite a few journalism hats during that time - reporter, news anchor, editor, producer, social media manager and videographer. I cover central Minnesota business topics, along with news from Cold Spring, Foley and St. Joseph. I'm a storyteller by nature, and I'm passionate about keeping my fellow central Minnesotans informed on topics and issues that affect their lives. I love running, camping in State Parks, seeing live music and spending time with my family at our Lake Superior cabin.
Abby Faulkner
Two Hurt in Elk River Crash
The Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened Thursday around 3:45 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 169 and 225th Avenue Northwest.
Wolters Kluwer to Acquire Cloud-Based Digital Lending Software Company for Cash
Wolters Kluwer Governance, Risk & Compliance will acquire eOriginal, a provider of cloud-based digital lending software.
MN Officials Share Tentative COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan
Walz said the COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan is still under construction.
Man Hurt in Semi Crash Near Sauk Centre
The crash happened Monday around 2:30 p.m. on I-94 in Sauk Centre Township.
Woman Hurt in Early Morning Fog Crash
An Albany woman was taken to the hospital after an early Monday morning crash near Freeport.
MN Adopts New CDC-Approved COVID-19 Quarantine Guidelines
The Minnesota Department of Health has adopted updated COVID-19 quarantine guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and it could mean shorter quarantine periods for certain people.
Initiative Foundation Awarding Early Childhood COVID-19 Grants
This is the second of three grant cycles.
Christmas Tree Sales Surging, Says Local Tree Farm
The holiday season has arrived, and Christmas tree sellers across the country are reporting a surge in business.
State COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program Set to Expire Monday
There is still state money available to Minnesotans at risk of losing their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the application deadline is looming.
Area Families Transitioning Out of Homelessness Receive Household Supplies
This winter, 45 St. Cloud families will receive a collection of household essentials, thanks to a collaborative effort by Bremer Bank and United Way.