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St. Cloud Crush Name Hosch Head Baseball Coach
The St. Cloud Crush have named Bobby Hosch as their head baseball coach for the upcoming 2025 season. Hosch is a current Physical Education teacher at Tech and was the Crush JV baseball coach last season.
Two People Hurt in Elk River Crash Friday
Two people from Elk River were hurt when their compact car was struck by a semi-tractor Friday afternoon.
Wright County Crash Injures Buffalo Woman Friday
A Buffalo woman was sent to the hospital after a crash in Wright County Friday.
Central MN VOTF Details Years Long Fentanyl Investigation
The Central Minnesota Violent Offender Task Force is releasing details on a drug investigation that has been ongoing for nearly two years.
St. Cloud Organization Needs Donations for Christmas Dinner
A St. Cloud organization that has helped others for almost 30 years, could use some help themselves this holiday season.
Strong Finish for Jolly Trolley Food Drive
A four-day food drive organized by Metro Bus collected nearly 10,000 pounds of food and raised more than $2,000 to support area food shelves.
St. Cloud Woman Rolls Vehicle Multiple Times Near St. Joseph
Stearns County Sheriff's deputies are investigating single-vehicle rollover near St. Joseph.
Big Mega Millions Jackpot on Friday the 13th
Friday the 13th might be lucky for some lottery players.
The History of St. Cloud Parks; Friedrich and Talahi Woods
St. Cloud has 100 parks and we at WJON are examining the history of these parks. Today we are looking at Friedrich Park and Talahi Woods on the southeast side of town. Friedrich Park is named for former St. Cloud State Biology Professor George W. Friedrich.
High School Sports Results Thursday December 12
Girls Basketball:
Monticello 68, Sartell-St. Stephen 43
(Monticell is #8 in class AAA. Kennedy Lewis led the Sabres with 16 points).
Fergus Falls 103, Sauk Rapids-Rice 32
Brainerd 71, ROCORI 31
Willmar 79, St. Cloud Crush 18
North Branch 53, Little Falls 46
Paynesville 57, Eden Valley-Watkins 42
Foley 71, Pierz 40
Upsala 58, LPGE 31
Boys Basketball:
Sauk Rapids-Rice 79, Brainerd 72
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Minnesota’s Met Center Demolished 30 Years Ago Today
Minnesota's famed Metropolitan Sports Center in Bloomington was demolished 30 years ago.
Where to Ice Fish This Weekend in Central MN
The cold weather is exactly what ice anglers were looking for. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says this winter has potential to be the best ice fishing in the state in the last 3 years.
From Around Central Minnesota
Massive St. Cloud Light Display Is Now Open!
One of my family's favorite things to do during the holiday season is to hop in the car with some hot chocolate, turn on the Christmas tunes and drive aimlessly through Sartell and St. Cloud looking at everyone's light displays.
Great Minnesota-Made Christmas Food Gifts You Can Send Through Gold Belly
Discover a solution to send Minnesota treats nationwide with Gold Belly - no more shipping woes!
Nat’l Website Claims These are the Best Burgers in the St. Cloud Area
According to the travel website Tripadvisor.com, there are 5 places in St. Cloud that people have rated as being the best in the area.
How Much Do St. Cloud, Minnesota Residents Budget For Christmas?
The cost of celebrating Christmas can climb quickly. Between the presents, decorations, food and general merriment, people can easily spend $1,000 or more on the holiday.
Could Copper Theft Affect Central Minnesotans Internet Service?
Find out why copper theft is disrupting internet service in St. Paul and the legal battle over implementing new regulations to address it.
Minnesota Based Target Reveals Holiday Hours & $20 Toy Deals
Everyone wants to save money, right?
Protect Paws and Claws: Central MN’s Holiday Pet Safety Checklist
Are your holiday decorations pet-friendly? Find out which plants can be toxic to your furry companions.
Mystery Surrounds Hundreds Of Dead Geese On Minnesota Lakes
A mystery has landed along a chain of lakes in Minnesota. Hundreds of geese were found recently to be either very ill or dead in Southern Minnesota. The mystery has gotten the attention of the DNR, according to one outdoor retailer in the area, who has been posting to social media about the geese.
How Long Should Minnesotans Let Their Vehicles Warm Up?
With the cold weather setting in on us, sliding into a warm vehicle is the hope, so how long does your car need to run before you drive off in it?
Big Game Tonight, Weekend Showcase Ahead For Lumberjacks
Join the buzz at the upcoming game between the Granite City Lumberjacks and Alexandria - it's a can't-miss event for hockey fans in the area!
Could We See Lower Medicine Prices Soon?
A bill has been introduced in the senate that could bring the prices on medicines down in the not so distant future.
Giant Dinosaurs Set To Invade Minnesota In March
Jurassic Quest features the largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit on tour, including a 60-foot-long Spinosaurus, an 80-foot-long Apatosaurus and a gigantic, life-sized Tyrannosaurus Rex.