Morning Newswatch with Jay Caldwell

Shopping Malls have undergone some challenges and changes recently. St. Cloud State Economist King Banaian joined me on WJON. He says the malls of the 70s and 80s often included movie theaters, restaurants and shops. People would make a day of their experience.

The Liberty Block party lineup has been set. The headliner this year is the Guess Who. They will be making a return trip to the block party. The opening acts include the Rockin' Hollywoods and Mason Dixon Line.

Eden Valley is a small town located in both Stearns and Meeker counties in Central Minnesota. The town's population is 1,027 as of the 2020 census. It can be found along the intersection of Highway 55 and Highway 22.

Eden Valley is a small town in southwestern Stearns and northern Meeker counties in Central Minnesota. The town has a population of 1,027 as of the 2020 census. It can be found along the intersection of Highway 55 and Highway 22.

America's Best Restaurants will be in St. Cloud at Bravo Burrito's today (March 29) between 3-6 p.m. to film an episode but it's unclear when it will air. That according to Bravo owner Mike Lardy.

The two rounds of snowfall in the past week have some benefits. The dry conditions were really becoming noticeable on area lakes, streams, ponds and rivers. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON.

Anna Marie's Alliance has set a ground breaking ceremony for their expansion and renovation of their shelter facility. The Executive Director of Anna Marie's Charles Hempeck joined me on WJON. He says they are really excited about the upcoming remodel of the shelter.

The Waite Park Police Department are reporting a vehicle was entered, gift cards were taken and items were thrown throughout the vehicle. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says this happened on the 500 block of 10th Avenue South.

Sartell's River Crossing is expected to fill up with development in 2024 and the latest one to announce they are going in is Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Maintenance. That according to Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum.

Unravel the stories behind intriguing artifacts and learn more about Minnesota’s past at these 10 fascinating and fun Minnesota history museums.