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Stearns County Opens Early Voting at Nine Locations Before August 11th Primary
Stearns County is announcing more early voting options ahead of the August 11th primary election.
Minnesota Bluegrass August Festival Returns To Richmond With Six Stages
It's not just a concert — it's four days of jam sessions, square dancing, songwriting workshops, and campground life at one of Minnesota's longest-running music traditions.
Minnesota Drought Now Covers Nearly the Whole State
As dry conditions persist, more of Minnesota is now experiencing a drought.
The Benton County Fair Kicks Off Tuesday With Ribbons Already On The Line
633 kids across 13 clubs, and the whole thing quietly kicks off Monday — judging done, ribbons placed, animals settled in — before the public ever sets foot on the fairgrounds.
Heavy Rain Moving Into The Minnesota River Valley Thursday Night
The Minnesota River Valley is bracing for a wet night — heavy rain moving in Thursday evening with some low-lying areas already on watch for flooding.
16 Central Minnesota Organizations Share $190K In Community Foundation Grants
From alleyway murals to youth after-school programs, $190,000 just got spread across Central Minnesota in ways most people haven't heard about yet.
18-year-old Zimmerman Teen Dies in Early Morning Elk River Collision
A Zimmerman teenager is dead after a crash in Elk River on Wednesday morning.
St. Cloud Metro Bus Honored With Statewide Safety Award
St. Cloud Metro Bus is being recognized by the state of Minnesota for workplace safety.
CSAH 2 Between St. Stephen And Rice Should Reopen Before Fall
A stretch of road between St. Stephen and Rice has been torn up all summer, but there's a real end date in sight now.
Bodyslam the Heat with the Weekender
Between a country tribute show in Waite Park, a 250th birthday party in St. Stephen, and wrestling fans flooding Minneapolis, this is a pretty packed weekend for the region.
Sartell Roads Getting A Fix This Fall But Bigger Repairs Still Years Away
Sartell has some road work coming this fall — and the story behind why it's happening this way instead of a full rebuild is worth knowing.
E-bikes are Welcome on Stearns County Trails if You Follow These Guidelines
With e-bikes growing in popularity, the Stearns County Parks Department is out with some guidelines on the rules for parks and trails.
From Around Central Minnesota
SNL's "Weekend Update" Comedian Coming to Minnesota Next Month
SNL's Michael Che brings his stand-up to First Avenue for four shows. Tickets are on sale now through the First Avenue website.
Chevy Chase Coming to Two Minnesota Towns This November
Chevy Chase is bringing a Christmas Vacation screening and Q&A to Mankato and Duluth in November 2026, with his wife Jayni joining him at the Duluth show.
Timberwolves Launch Direct To Fan Streaming For Upcoming Season
The way people watch local pro sports in Minnesota is quietly shifting, and the Timberwolves just made their next move.
Sartell Police And Fire Are Throwing A Free Block Party Tuesday Night
It started in a Philadelphia neighborhood in 1984 with porch lights and a simple idea. Now it's one of the biggest community events in the country — and Sartell's doing it right.
St. Augusta Gives Update On Gaberdine Road Construction Project
The road work on 238th and 240th has been going on long enough that some residents have been picking up their mail at City Hall — but that's about to change.
Want a Pup But You Don't Like Dog Hair - 7 Non-Shedding Dogs
From Bichon Frises to Mini Schnauzers, these popular nonshedding dog breeds are worth knowing before you adopt.
This MN Convenience Store Brand Is Now Becoming Hard To Find
The Holiday sign has been a landmark in towns like Sartell and Clearwater for decades. That familiar name is quietly disappearing, one location at a time.
Prince's "Purple Rain" Now Heading to Broadway in 2027
The Purple Rain Broadway musical gets a creative team overhaul, with Tony-nominated director Saheem Ali now at the helm.
Popular Vintage Event Ends After 4 Years & Thousands Of Visitors
It was one of those fall events that just felt like Anoka — antiques, classic cars, live music, and the smell of October in the air. Now it's on pause, at least for now.
Chutes Have Goal of Unique Accomplishment
Cathedral already brought home a state baseball title in June. Now the Chutes are chasing something that, according to their coach, has never been done before.
Sartell Prepares For State American Legion Tournament
Sartell Legion baseball is heading to the state tournament with a 19-4 record and three pitchers who've each held opponents under two runs per game all season.
Jack Is A 47-pound Pit Mix At St. Cloud’s Shelter Who Loves Kids And Naps
There's a 47-pound dog at the St. Cloud shelter who loves a good run, tolerates kids, gets along with other dogs, and still finds time for a solid nap. His name is Jack.