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Town and Legion Ball Roundup from Holiday Weekend
Small towns, summer nights, and some genuinely wild pitching performances — July 4th Weekend had all of it.
BCI Construction Brought This Empty Downtown St. Cloud Building Back
A building on West St. Germain sat mostly empty for over a decade. What BCI Construction did with it says a lot about where downtown St. Cloud might be headed.
The Apex Athletic Complex Footings Are Already In The Ground
Drone footage over Apollo High School is giving St. Cloud residents a bird's-eye look at just how much is already in the ground down on Veterans Drive.
Two Music Legends Closed Out The Holiday Weekend At The Ledge Amphitheater
Sunday night at the Ledge, two powerhouse voices shared a stage — and what happened between sets was something nobody really planned for.
Morrison County ATV Ride Ends With 69-year-old Hospitalized Saturday
A 69-year-old man ended up in the road on a Saturday afternoon after falling off the side of an ATV — and the story behind how he got there is worth a listen.
Fireworks Accident in Morrison County Injures Colorado Man
A Colorado man had to be taken to the hospital after a fireworks accident in Morrison County on Saturday.
Sean Astin Is Bringing A Mental Health Talk To St Cloud State In September
St. Cloud State is launching a brand new speaker series, and the first name on the stage might surprise you — in the best possible way.
Litchfield Man Thrown From ATV After Striking Tree On July 4th
Authorities believe alcohol was a factor in an ATV crash that injured a Litchfield man on the 4th of July.
Severe Storms Possibly Rolling Into Minnesota Again Monday Night
Severe storms could roll in as early as Monday night, with more chances Tuesday and Wednesday — and central Minnesota may want to keep a close eye on flooding risks.
Semi Hits Highway Sign Near Sauk Centre Late Sunday Night
A late-night crash on Highway 71 near Sauk Centre ended with a semi wrapped around a signpost — and a long night for first responders.
Gas Is Getting Cheaper But A War Overseas Is Quietly Tightening Fuel Supplies
Something's shifting in the global fuel market — and it starts with what's been happening to oil refineries thousands of miles from here.
Minnesota AG Steps In After Mankato Couple Allegedly Targeted Neighborhood Dogs
A Mankato couple is facing a lawsuit after rat poison blocks showed up near a sidewalk — and at least one neighborhood dog paid the price.
From Around Central Minnesota
After 5 Years Ulta Out - New Beauty Concept In at Target Stores
Target Beauty Studio is replacing the Ulta Beauty section in over 600 Target stores this fall, bringing 60+ new prestige brands in skincare, haircare, fragrance, and cosmetics.
An Open Letter To St. Cloud Fireworks Organizers
Most people watching didn't know it at the time, but that shorter-than-usual show was actually a small miracle given what the setup crew walked into.
Minnesota's Hidden Gem Café Has New Owners
Everything on the menu is made from scratch, the fryer runs on beef tallow, and someone drove an hour from Minneapolis just to eat there and said she'd do it again.
St. Cloud State Hockey Has 17 New Faces Coming In For Next Season
Twenty-six players, a nearly complete roster, and a coaching staff still taking shape. The new era of Husky hockey is coming together faster than you might think.
Rain For The Fourth? Here's The Forecast For Central MN
America turns 250 on Saturday, and Minnesota might send it off with a little thunder before the actual fireworks even get started.
This Silent Danger Is Lurking Near Many Minnesota Grills
Most people grab a wire brush without thinking twice. Turns out, that habit is worth a second look before firing up the grill this summer.
MN Police & DNR Targeting Impaired Boating This Holiday Weekend
Minnesota DNR and local law enforcement are stepping up patrols on the water July 3-5. Boating under the influence carries the same legal consequences as a DUI on land.
NASA Has A Birthday Gift For Every Minnesotan
Turns out the universe was doing something pretty spectacular on the day you were born, and NASA has the photos to prove it.
Check Out the Best & Less Expensive Resorts in Minnesota
Five budget-friendly Minnesota resorts made TripAdvisor's best list, ranging from a Lake Superior cottage retreat to a full-service Lutsen ski lodge.
Rox Blanked In Road Trip Finale Wednesday
Hunter Poe struck out eight and gave the Rox every chance to win — the offense just couldn't cash in when it counted.
Free Pint Glasses And Fireworks Are On Deck At Joe Faber This Week
The Rox already punched their playoff ticket, and now they're back home at Joe Faber Field with two games this week before a long road stretch.
10 Things Every Minnesotan Knows About Being At The Lake
There's a moment every Fourth of July weekend at the lake where everything just clicks — and it usually involves a Blackstone griddle and someone fishing off the end of the dock.