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Dove Hunting Season Opens In Minnesota With Minimal Gear Required And Strong Early Harvest
Mourning doves have been huntable here since 2004, but most people have no idea. Small community, big opportunity for a quiet season opener.
Sartell’s Major Road Projects Near Finish Line As New Development Accelerates
The new Wyndham Garden Inn is wrapping up construction and should open its doors in early November.
Sauk Rapids-Rice Football Rebuilds With Veteran Roster And Experienced Upperclassmen Leaders
Last season's injuries forced younger players into the spotlight, and now they're bringing that hard-won experience back to the field.
Child’s Attempt to Burn Mattress Sparks Major Garage Fire in Kimball
A garage and all of its contents are considered a total loss after an early morning fire in Stearns County.
Felony Charges Filed Against Two Men in Connection With Waite Park and St. Cloud Robberies
Two Twin Cities area men face felony charges after two separate Stearns County robberies.
The Weekender Has Free Events To Keep Families Busy As Summer Winds Down
Summer's winding down and this weekend's packed with the State Fair, Vikings football, and enough activities to keep the whole family busy.
New Musical Twelve Kinds Of Ice Premieres At Children’s Theatre This Fall
A Minnesota winter tradition gets the musical treatment this fall at the Children's Theatre Company downtown.
St. Cloud State Volleyball Opens Season At Up North Tournament In Michigan
Coach Chad Braegelmann has built something special over 12 seasons. Now his Huskies are ready to prove they belong among the nation's best.
Fire Station 6 Groundbreaking Marks Major Expansion For St. Cloud Firefighters
A groundbreaking Monday marks the start of construction on St. Cloud's newest fire station and regional training center.
Two-Vehicle Crash Injures Richmond Driver on Highway 23 Tuesday Morning
A Richmond woman was hurt in a two-vehicle crash in Stearns County on Tuesday morning.
From Small Town Bakery To Leading St. Johns Athletics, Dan O’Brien’s Journey Spans Decades
From a small Minnesota bakery to leading a university athletic program, Dan O'Brien's career spans decades of coaching and building communities.
One Sure Sign That Minnesota's Summer Is Coming To An End
Summer isn't officially over yet, but when this runs out, you know Minnesota is getting closer.
From Around Central Minnesota
Hey Starbucks - It's Still Summer - Slow Your Roll
Early pumpkin spice releases spark conversation about seasonal retail timing and when holidays should really begin.
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Family Fall Fun Awaits At Eden Valley’s A Maze’n Farmyard Destination [GALLERY]
Kids get to hold birds on their fingers, slide down giant tubes, and dig through a corn pit filled with toy trucks all in one place.
Ordering Custom Cakes and Party Platters Just Got Easier
Costco's bakery and deli items now available for same-day delivery, including custom cakes, sandwich platters, and fruit trays
Meet The New Face Of Minnesota Dairy: Jena Hanson
Owatonna's Jena Hanson just became the face of Minnesota dairy, literally. Her first gig involves sitting in a cooler while an artist carves her in butter.
Minnesota To Have Front-Row Seat For Thursday’s Lunar Eclipse
Central Minnesota is sitting at just 3% cloud cover Thursday night, which is about as good as it gets for skywatching conditions.
Dolly Parton Appeared At The Minnesota State Fair Four Times
Were you lucky enough to be one of the people who saw Dolly Parton perform at The Minnesota State Fair?
Time to Start Being Very Observant Around SCSU
Students heading to class create busy intersections around St. Cloud State. Learn what both walkers and drivers should watch for this fall.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Brings Monthly Books To Centra
Every month, local kids get free books delivered straight to their mailbox thanks to Dolly Parton and community support here in central MN.
Bret Michaels Cancels Minnesota Show Amid Health Concerns
Bret Michaels just pulled the plug on his entire fall tour after some serious health issues forced doctors to tell him to slow down and rest.
Apollo Loves to Run & be Read to & He Needs a Forever Home
Meet Apollo, a 40-pound mixed breed looking for an active home. He loves kids, other dogs, and being read to at the shelter.
Tim McGraw Sends A Heartfelt Message To His Minnesota Fans
Tim McGraw brought his biggest hits to Target Field Sunday night, and the Minneapolis crowd got the full experience with twenty-one songs.
Minnesota Vikings Reveal New ‘Rivalry’ Uniforms
The Minnesota Vikings are suiting up in something different this season, and the new look pulls straight from Viking Age history in ways fans might not expect.