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St. Cloud Flooding Closes 9th/10th Avenue Under Highway 23 Bridge
Downtown St. Cloud's got water where cars shouldn't be. Avoid 9th and 10th under Highway 23 Bridge until it clears.
Wyndham Garden Inn Opens Doors To Sartell This December
Sartell's getting its second hotel, and the mayor thinks a third one might be needed sooner than you'd think.
Severe Thunderstorms Possible Wednesday Across Minnesota And Wisconsin
The National Weather Service says there is a risk for severe weather on Wednesday afternoon.
Halloween Weekender Brings Trick-or-treat Events Across St. Cloud And Beyond
This Saturday is Halloween, and the St. Cloud area has something spooky lined up for basically every age group and preference.
Waite Park Police Warn Of Gas Theft, Bike Vandalism In Recent Crimes
Someone's been siphoning gas from parked cars in Waite Park. Police want residents to stay alert about what's happening in their neighborhoods.
Stearns County Commissioner Tours Google’s Massive Texas Data Center Project
A Google data center the size of a small town is rising in rural Texas, and local leaders are asking what it means for communities like ours.
St. Cloud Metro Bus Wins Statewide Award for Cutting Preventable Accidents
St. Cloud Metro Bus took home a prestigious award at the annual statewide transit conference in St. Cloud recently.
State Investment Helps Annandale Replace Old Pandoras Building Downtown
That old Pandoras building downtown is about to make way for something new and mixed-use.
Local Football Teams Face Mixed Results In Section Playoffs
Five turnovers proved to be the difference for Cathedral as they wrapped up a difficult season.
Cathedral Crusaders Boys Soccer Season Ends With 5-0 Tournament Loss
Cathedral's boys team couldn't find the net against CotterHope Winona, falling 5-0 in the state tournament quarterfinals.
Minnesota State Speedcubing Championships Come To St. Cloud This November
St. Cloud is hosting speedcubers from across Minnesota this November, bringing together everyone from casual solvers to lightning-fast competitors.
St. Cloud Man’s Sexual Assault Retrial Rescheduled Again After Juror Bias
A St. Cloud man accused of raping a woman he hired as a housekeeper has withdrawn his demand for a speedy trial.
From Around Central Minnesota
Where Are You Most Likely to Encounter a Ghost in Minnesota
St. Cloud State University dorms and downtown historic buildings share reports of ghost activity from staff and former workers.
From 10,000 Songs To 10,000 Lakes - Minnesota Memories of Alan Ja
You don't have to live in Tennessee to understand the feeling behind a song about family, hometown pride, or a summer you'll never forget.
Similar Names Leads To Plenty Of Confusion With Nail Salons
That confusion about Kim's Nails closing? Not happening. The salon is open seven days a week with specials running through November.
Minnesota Drivers Sound Off: Road Pet Peeves That Drive Us Mad
Central Minnesota drivers have some habits that make everyone's commute more stressful than it needs to be. What is your driving pet peeve?
Drive-Thru Trick or Treating in St. Cloud - Yes, Please
Stay in your car and cruise through decorated trunks for Halloween candy at Miller Auto Plaza Friday evening, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Sartell-St. Stephen Girls Swimming Stays Undefeated Through Ten Meets This Season
Sartell-St. Stephen's girls swim team just finished 10 meets without a single loss. The secret? They ditched the negativity and focused on each other instead of themselves.
Sauk Centre Restaurant Affected By Fire To Reopen Wednesday
The downtown favorite that survived a devastating May fire is returning to Main Street with a brand new look.
A 'Hunter Extravaganza' Is On The Way - Not For Hunters
Want to support local families facing emergencies? Head to the VFW "Hunting Extravaganza' and grab lunch while you browse.
Fun and Friendly 2 Year Old Benji Needs His Forever Home
Benji's a two-year-old shelter dog who loves meeting new people and gets along well with other animals. Learn about his adoption process and what to expect.
2nd Annual Minneapolis Holiday Market Opening Soon for 5 Weeks
German-style Christmas market opens November 20th in Minneapolis with handcrafted goods, traditional European food, and weekend entertainment through December.
The Twins Brought Home Their Second Title On This Day In 1991
Last place to World Series champs in one year. The 1991 Twins pulled off one of baseball's greatest turnarounds.
Young Minnesota Singer Moves Forward On 'The Voice'
Brooklyn Marie's battle round on The Voice came down to a flawless performance that left her coach with an impossible choice.