Became a member of the WJON crew during the summer of 2013. Reporting on education, local business, Cold Spring and St. Joseph. Reach out to me with your story ideas and feedback: Dan@wjon.com or 320-257-7205. Always love hearing from listeners and the community. Outside of news I enjoy running outdoors, reading a good book, watching the Twins and Vikings break my heart, traveling and spending time with friends and family. Recent St. Cloud State graduate.
Dan DeBaun
Rockville Preparing For Rock-Fest on Saturday
Rockville is gearing up for its annual Rock-Fest events on Saturday. There will be a tractor pull at city hall starting at 3:00 p.m. In downtown Rockville, events also start at 3:00 p.m., including a youth dance and kids activities.
Litchfield Man Wins $1 Million Powerball Prize From St. Cloud Ticket
We finally know who held that $1 million Powerball ticket that we first told you about a few weeks ago! Joseph Yanish, a Litchfield farrier, bought the ticket from the Casey's General Store at 6515 County Road 136 on May 14th.
100 Deadliest Days on Minnesota Roads Started Monday [VIDEO]
Monday marked the beginning of the 100 deadliest days on Minnesota roads and officials are focusing on increases cases of teen drivers being distracted behind the wheel.
20 Area Bands Expected For Minnesota Homegrown Kickoff
Twenty area bands are getting ready to take the stage at the El Rancho Manana Campground this weekend for the Minnesota Homegrown Kickoff. The Kickoff is a three-day outdoor music and camping festival with bands playing bluegrass, old-time stringband and acoustic music.
Police: Threats and Shoplifting at Super America Leads to 3 Arrests
Three people were arrested early Wednesday morning after reports of threats being made to a clerk at a St. Cloud gas station. St. Cloud Police were called just after 2:45 a.m. to the Super America in the 700 block of East St. Germain after hearing reports of threats being made with a handgun.
Bus Delivering Books to St. Cloud Area Kids This Summer
The District 742 Local Education and Activities Foundation (LEAF), is delivering books to kids with a lime green bus this summer.
Konrad’s Wine Bar “Temporarily Closed” in Downtown St. Cloud
A mysterious sign posted in the door of Konrad's Wine Bar on Tuesday has many in the community questioning if they're closing. The sign reading "UNCLE" was posted on the store window and was shared on their Facebook Page.
Royalton Getting Grocery-Convenience Store, Bill’s Superette Coming Soon
Royalton is getting a new grocery store in town. A BILL'S Superette is being built at 17333 55th Avenue NW, near Highway 10. City Clerk Carol Madsen says they specialize in groceries while offering gasoline and car washe
Bresnahan Plans Retirement After 22 Years With Catholic Charities
After over 22 years as executive director of Catholic Charities of the Diocses of St. Cloud, Steve Bresnahan is planning to retire.
Tech High School Selects New Activities Logo
After sifting through over 60 community submissions, Tech High School announced its new activities logo on Tuesday.
In February, students, staff, alumni and the community were asked to submit ideas for the new logo.