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Stearns History Museum Launches Fundraising Push For Collections Facility Upgrades
The Stearns History Museum is raising money to fix up the building that houses over five thousand artifacts, from fire trucks to spinning wheels.
Man Ejected From ATV After Hitting Bump, Strikes Head on Steel Pole
A passenger on an ATV was hurt after being thrown from the machine on Friday evening.
SCSU’s Banaian; There Are Less Jobs in Central MN
St. Cloud lost 650 jobs over the past year, but the real story is a shrinking workforce with people retiring and moving away.
St. Cloud Area Motorcycle Crash Claims Life Of Minneapolis Man
A motorcycle crash at a Minden Township intersection Sunday claimed the life of a 66-year-old Minneapolis man.
Art Crawl Friday Evening Celebrates St. Cloud’s Growing Downtown Mural And Artist Scene
This Friday's Art Crawl gives you a chance to wander through downtown and discover what local artists are creating right now.
Chamber Hosts Candidate Night So Cold Spring Voters Can Connect
Cold Spring's got candidates ready to talk about what matters to them. Head to ROCORI High School Wednesday night to hear directly from the people running for city office.
When To Expect Peak Fall Foliage In St. Cloud This Season
Fall colors are running about three weeks later than they did fifty years ago in St. Cloud. Climate change is reshaping when we see those brilliant reds and golds.
Man Wanted on Drug Warrants Flees Into Cornfield, Evades Police Search
Meeker County authorities are on the lookout for a Watertown man who evaded authorities twice on Sunday afternoon.
St. Cloud Explores Downtown Potential With Major Residential Development Study
Five downtown locations are being considered for rental housing and active adult developments in St. Cloud's growth plans.
Johnnie Football Moves Up in National Poll
St. Johns football is undefeated and climbing the rankings after a dominant win over Bethel this past weekend.
St. Cloud Weighs Two Visions For Former Tech High School Site
Two developers are competing to transform St. Cloud's old Tech High School site into something completely new for the community.
League Of Women Voters Hosting Candidate Forums
WAITE PARK/SARTELL (WJON News) -- The League of Women Voters, St. Cloud Area, has two more candidate forums.
School Board Forum
Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Cloud Area School District 742 Administrative Office. They'll host the school board candidates who are running for three seats on the board. Al Dahl...
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Minnesota's Fall Colors Arrive Fast And Fade Faster..[SEE PHOTOS]
Those bright fall colors you're seeing right now could be gone in a week if the wind picks up.
Let's See What a Food Reviewer Has to Say About a Local Bakery
Mixin It Up bakery offers tasty gluten-free options that don't sacrifice flavor, gaining attention from Minnesota's trusted food critic.
Olive Garden 6 Best & Worst - Do You Agree?
What makes some Olive Garden pastas better than others. A ranking of six popular entrees from worst to best.
Ella Langley Waited Out The July 2024 Outage At MSP
The July 2024 IT outage grounded travelers nationwide, including an emerging country artist. Just weeks later, she'd land a career-changing collaboration.
Minnesota Ranks Seventh Safest State In Nation, Excels On Roadways
Minnesota lands in the top seven safest states, thanks mostly to roads that keep drivers alive and workplaces that prioritize safety.
Central Minnesota Fall Festival Dealing With Theft, Vandalism This Fall
Stoney Brook Farms is dealing with a rough start to its season after theft and vandalism hit hard in just the first few days.
Free Microchips & Fall Fun Await At TCHS Paws & Pumpkins Event
TriCounty Humane Society's bringing back Paws & Pumpkins this October, complete with free microchips, costume contests, and a chance to reunite with adopted pets.
Johnnie Football Faces Big Test Saturday In Collegeville
St. Johns football brings an undefeated record into Saturday's showdown against ranked Bethel during family weekend in Collegeville.
Amateur Hockey Update: Lumberjacks At Home, Norsemen Hit The Road
The Lumberjacks kicked off their season strong with a 5-2 win and now they're ready to show local fans what championship hockey looks like.
Fishing MN: Green Weeds & A Drop-Off Could Equal Pike Success
Bigger lures work better for pike in fall. They're not picky eaters and prefer easy targets they can spot quickly.
Grandmas Marathon 2027 Sells Out Faster Than Ever Before
Duluth's marathons are selling out faster than ever. The 2027 half marathon filled all 7,500 spots in under an hour.
Light Up Princeton Registration Is Open Now Through November 13th
Want your house to be the talk of the neighborhood this December? Light Up Princeton's contest is now open for registration through November 13th.