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Como Zoo Welcomes Two Western Lowland Gorillas
Como Zoo just welcomed two western lowland gorillas from Chicago. Kamba and Nora are now settling into their new home at Gorilla Forest.
St. Cloud Tech Football Builds On Growth, Eyes Improvement In 2026
After going 2-7 last year, the Tech offense gets a serious size upgrade with multiple six-foot-plus targets.
Two SUVs Collide Near Willmar, Sending Two Drivers To Hospital Tuesday Morning
Two SUVs collided Tuesday morning near Willmar at Highway 12 and County Road 9. Both drivers were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Two Drivers Hurt In Tuesday Morning Crash At Benton County Intersection
Two drivers are recovering after a Tuesday morning collision at 47th Avenue and Highway 23 left both hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Spotlight: Pioneer Place On Fifth Readies Fall And Winter Lineup Featuring Theater, Bands, And Radio Shows
St. Cloud's Pioneer Place On Fifth is gearing up for a packed fall and winter lineup starting this September with live theater and tribute bands.
Free Admission For Healthcare Workers At Sea Life This September
Sea Life at Mall of America is saying thank you to healthcare workers with free admission and family discounts all through September.
Learn How St. Cloud’s Library Came To Be
St. Cloud's library wouldn't exist without Andrew Carnegie's generosity over a century ago. Come see the original plans and artifacts Thursday night.
Becker’s Only Head Coach Aims For State Playoff Run In Season 57
After 57 years, Dwight Lundeen's final season at Becker High School kicks off Thursday against defending state champs Orono.
Prep Sports Scores and Schedule – Tuesday, September 1st
Cathedral's girls soccer team faces Becker Tuesday night after a tough loss to Monticello. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
Saint Marys And CentraCare Launch Nurse Anesthesia Program In St. Cloud
Saint Marys University and CentraCare are launching a nursing anesthesiology program right here in St. Cloud, and the first class is already completely full.
Gas Buddy Predicts Highest Labor Day Pump Prices Ever Recorded
Labor Day travelers should brace for historically high gas prices, though cheaper fuel is expected once September rolls around.
Driver Injured In Highway 55 Rollover Near Annandale Early Tuesday Morning
Early Tuesday morning, a westbound vehicle on Highway 55 near Annandale went into the ditch and rolled. The driver was hospitalized with injuries.
From Around Central Minnesota
Join Rox 'Sporting Clays' Competition To Benefit Kimball High Sch
The St. Cloud Rox are hosting a clay shooting event that's raised serious money for the community.
Central MN Companies Compete For 'Coolest Thing MN'
Six central Minnesota companies are battling it out to claim the title of coolest thing made right here in the state.
Meet Chunky Ziggy & Pre-Registration for Woofstock is Ending Soon
TriCounty Humane Society's Companion Walk returns September 26th at Wilson Park with live music, vendors, and a pet-friendly community event.
Remembering The Beatles’ Visit To Minnesota In August Of 1965
The Beatles came to Minnesota just once, in 1965, and it was the only American show they didn't sell out.
Changes Probable After Complaints About The New Amphitheatre
Residents up to ten miles away are hearing music from Mystic Lake Amphitheatre shows that run past Shakopee's 10 p.m. noise curfew, sparking city council discussions about adjustments.
Cody Johnson Supported This Business To Feed His Openers And Crew
When touring musicians hit town, they're not just playing venues. They're quietly supporting the places that make our community taste like home.
This Minnesota State Fair Staple Just Switched Back To MN Potato
Fresh French Fries at the State Fair switched potato suppliers and people noticed right away. The vendor corrected course after hearing complaints.
So, You Had Your Head Sculpted Out of Butter at the Fair - Now Wh
Minnesota State Fair butter sculptures weigh 90 pounds each. Learn how Dairy Princesses get their own carved butter head to take home.
GRRL Celebrates Community Creativity With Card Design Contest
Nearly 450 people submitted designs celebrating what their library means to them.
Bull Riding & Country Music Coming to 'Taste of Osakis' in Sept.
Osakis is throwing a full day of action on September 12th, from pickleball tournaments to country music headliners and live chainsaw carving.
Love Bloody Marys? This Will Be Just The Festival for You!
Explore Bloody Mary variations from regional restaurants and bars at this year's festival. Live music, local beverages, and tastings run all day at Union Depot.
Dream Getaway 94 Will Send A Central Minnesotan On Vacation!
Central Minnesota has seen 93 dream trips happen through this contest. The next winner could be planning their getaway very soon.