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Teenager Injured In ATV Crash Near Little Falls Friday Night
Two young riders thrown from an ATV after hitting a driveway approach at high speed Friday night in Green Prairie Township.
Man Sentenced to 11 Years for Stabbing St. Cloud Police Officer
A Stearns County judge has sentenced a man for stabbing a St. Cloud police officer following a domestic dispute last year.
Grove City Stabbing Suspect Arrested After Woman Airlifted to Hospital
A Meeker County man faces criminal charges after a stabbing incident in Grove City on Sunday.
Former SCSU Football Coach Retires Mid-Season at SMSU
A longtime Minnesota football coach just called it quits, ending a career that spanned from St. Cloud to Marshall.
St. Cloud State Launches Full Scholarships for 75 MN High School Seniors
Minnesota graduating seniors will have the chance to compete for one of 75 four-year full scholarships at St. Cloud State University next year.
DisruptHR Brings Ten Local Speakers To St. Cloud For High Energy Networking Thursday
Ten speakers, five minutes each, sharing real ideas about people and work at DisruptHR this Thursday evening in St. Cloud.
Ten Years Later, Minnesota Author Revises Beloved Hunting Cookbook
A Minnesota author just revamped his decade-old hunting cookbook, packed with practical advice for turning fresh venison into something truly delicious.
St. Bens Soccer Team Starts Season Undefeated With Dominant Early Performance
St. Bens soccer team is off to a hot start this season with a 6-0-1 record, a huge turnaround from last year's struggles.
St. Joseph Catholic School Marks 100 Years With Centennial Reunion This Weekend
A century-old Catholic school is throwing open its doors this weekend to celebrate 100 years of teaching kids in St. Joseph.
The Phantom Question Hits KVSC Trivia For 48th Annual Contest
A local radio station is turning Star Wars into the ultimate trivia challenge. The 48th annual marathon covers way more than just the movies.
Shaun Johnson Brings Country Music And Interactive Cooking To St. Cloud Sunday
Shaun Johnson's bringing his country show to St. Cloud this Sunday, but first he's trading the stage for the kitchen to teach you how flavors actually work.
New Tomato Variety Shows Promise In St. Cloud State Garden Experiments
A new tomato variety is taking shape at St. Cloud State, and early results have the biology team excited about what's ahead.
From Around Central Minnesota
Walk To End Alzheimer's Brings St. Cloud Together October 3rd
St. Cloud's 'Walk to End Alzheimer's' happens Saturday at Lake George Municipal Complex.
Kick Off 2027 With Braxton Keith At The Fillmore!
Braxton Keith's bringing his Told You Once Tour to Minneapolis next January, and this Texas traditionalist is one to watch.
Central MN Tell Us What They Are Thinking Twice About Buying
A bag of M&Ms for twenty bucks. That's the kind of sticker shock changing how people spend money around here.
Head to Foley This Wednesday for an Oktoberfest Celebration
Head to Grand Champion Meats September 23rd for an Oktoberfest celebration featuring Pantown Brewing beer, food, and activities from 4pm to 8pm.
Pease Pickle Fest Returns Saturday September 26th
Pickle lemonade, fried pickles, and pickle cupcakes are coming to Pease!
Central Minnesota Truck Business Expanding To Monticello In 2027
After years of growth across Brainerd, St. Cloud, and Forest Lake, Minnesota Truck Headquarters is opening doors in Monticello come January 2027.
Great River Children’s Museum Offers Perfect Respite From Rainy Day
St. Cloud's children's museum keeps kids engaged for hours with interactive river exhibits, climbing challenges, and hands-on activities for every age.
National Cheeseburger Day - Where You Can Get a Deal on Burgers
St. Cloud restaurants celebrated National Cheeseburger Day in September with deals from Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dairy Queen, and Five Guys.
Chef Gordon Ramsay Not Done With Minnesota Yet
Gordon Ramsay was spotted walking into another Minnesota restaurant. Nobody knows yet if it's a TV show visit or just a casual stop.
31 Years Later This Mallrats Actor Visits This Minnesota Mall
That iconic grappling gun scene from Mallrats? It happened right here at Eden Prairie Center, and Smith revisited the exact spot.
Valleyscare Opens this Weekend & Runs Through Halloween
ValleyScare kicks off this Saturday at Valleyfair with haunted mazes, dark rides, and scares nightly through October 31st. Not for the faint of heart.
Stolen Kitten Returned Safely To Central Minnesota Shelter
Marin the kitten is home safe after being taken from Tri-County Humane Society. The person who took him made the right call and brought him back.