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Major Infrastructure Work Starts Monday for New Justice Center
Drivers in west St. Cloud should be aware of some traffic changes starting next week near the site of the new Stearns County Justice Center.
Veterans Urged To Verify Medications Before St. Cloud V.A. Electronic Records Transition
St. Cloud V.A. patients need to double-check their medication lists before a major system change hits next spring.
Boys & Girls Club Opens Commercial Kitchen to Serve Free Meals in Little Falls
Children in the Little Falls area and surrounding communities who are members of the Boys & Girls Club will soon have access to a nutritious meal every weekday.
Early Fall Weather Brings Perfect Conditions For Weekender Outdoor Activities
Early fall weather has arrived in St. Cloud, and this Weekender is packed with free outdoor events worth checking out.
Minnesota Family Festival Brings Free Games And Live Music To Waite Park This Sunday
The Minnesota Family Festival brings dozens of activities and games to Waite Park this Sunday, starting at 10 a.m. and running all afternoon.
Gail Cruikshank Steps Back After Twelve Years Building St. Cloud Talent Pipeline
After twelve years building St. Cloud's talent pipeline, Gail Cruikshank is stepping back come May 2027. Her work shaped how local businesses find workers.
Sauk Rapids-Rice Alumni Concert Supports Teachers With Classroom Funding Grants
The Mallrats are bringing the music Saturday night at Benton Station, and your twenty bucks supports local classroom teachers.
St. Joseph Police Arrest Driver Accused of Brandishing Firearm at Strangers
A Richmond man faces a felony charge after a gun incident in St. Joseph last week.
Rock The River Looking to Expand To Six Shows Next Summer In Cold Spring
Rock the River is doubling down on what works, looking to add two more shows next summer to keep the momentum rolling.
Prep Sports Scores – Wednesday, September 16
The Crusaders keep rolling. Cathedral girls soccer notched another win Tuesday, with Amelia Newiger leading the charge with three goals.
Digital Spending Surges As Consumers Shift Toward At-home Entertainment And Delivery
The way Americans spend money has quietly transformed, with staying home becoming the default for entertainment, food, and even pet care.
MSP Airport Named North America’s Best Mega Airport For Third Year Running
MSP ranked first in every single category the study measured. That kind of sweep doesn't happen by accident.
From Around Central Minnesota
Former Twin Cities Television Reporter Coming Back This Fall
Pat Kessler is coming back to Minnesota television this fall to cover the midterm elections, but not where you might expect.
This Charming Minnesota City Hosts A Meatball Race Every Year
Scandia's quirky Labor Day weekend tradition started as a simple taco fundraiser nearly 50 years ago and somehow became a full-blown community celebration.
Kwik Trip Launches Rival Fan Contests For Vikings Vs Packers
Vikings or Packers fan? Kwik Trip's got major prizes lined up for both sides.
St. Cloud School Among Recipients Of WWE Supply Drive
St. Cloud's Success Academy was among schools that got a major supply boost thanks to WWE and some big local partners working together.
Jule Nelson Returns With Lots of Speculation & Some Judgement
Julie Nelson resumes evening anchor duties at KARE 11 after boating accident sidelined her since June
Meet Friendly Kieba - Maybe You Have His Forever Home
Kieba is a playful 6 year old dog who bonds well with people and gets along with other dogs of all sizes.
Pine Grove Zoo Celebrates Members: Behind-the-scenes Adventures
Pine Grove Zoo's member appreciation weekend is coming up, and there's behind-the-scenes access plus daily surprises waiting for families.
Cold Spring, Watkins, Sartell, Avon Host 2027 Baseball Tournament
Cold Spring, Watkins, Sartell, and Avon are joining forces to bring the state amateur baseball championship to the region in 2027.
Mark Your Calendar for Oktoberfest in the St. Cloud Area
Local Oktoberfest events, Flannel Fest, and fall activities to enjoy moderate weather and seasonal festivities.
Free Formalwear Giveaway TODAY Helps Guests Prepare For 'A Night
A Night To Remember returns for its second year, offering adults with disabilities a chance to dress up and dance the night away. Get your FREE Formalwear TODAY!
Cathedral Edges St. Johns Prep In Girls Soccer Shutout
Cathedral's girls soccer team pulled off a tight 1-0 win over St. Johns Prep with Evie Kremer Reisdorf finding the back of the net.
HUGE Comic and Toy Show Coming to St Cloud's Crossroads Mall
Trading card games, Star Wars figures, anime, and comics come to Crossroads Mall October 3rd and 4th. Free event with Saturday cosplay showcase.