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I-94 Crash Sends Foreston Woman to St. Cloud Hospital With Minor Injuries
A crash northwest of Clearwater sent a Foreston woman to the hospital on Friday morning.
After 26 Years In Public Service Tim O’Driscoll Is Stepping Back
After 26 years in public service, Tim O'Driscoll is stepping away from the State Legislature — and he's got a lot to look back on before he walks out the door in January.
NOAA Puts The Odds Of A Super El Niño At 97 Percent Through Spring 2027
NOAA put a number on it this week — 97 percent. That's how confident forecasters are that this El Niño sticks around well into 2027.
Melrose Lands Child Care Funding as Minnesota Pushes to Add Slots
The city of Melrose is one of 11 communities and organizations sharing in the latest round of child care grants.
Former ROCORI Standout Jordan Barth Getting Number Retired By St Cloud Rox
He grew up around here, played his heart out for three seasons, and now the St. Cloud Rox are doing something they've never done before.
Minnesota DNR Warns Used Dock and Boat Lift Buyers About Invasive Species Risk
The Minnesota DNR has a reminder for people selling docks, boat lifts, trailers, and other water accessories.
Youth Soccer Takes Over Blaine While The World Cup Plays On A Big Outdoor Screen
It's not every week that a top-ranked international youth tournament and FIFA World Cup watch parties happen in the same place — but that's exactly what's going on in Blaine right now.
Royalton’s Highway 10 Stoplight Has 26 Possible Fixes On The Table
That stoplight in Royalton has been frustrating drivers for years — and now there are 26 different ideas on the table to fix it. Not one. Twenty-six.
Ten Central Minnesota Nonprofits Just Got A Boost From Initiative Foundation
Ten Central Minnesota nonprofits just got a financial boost — and the work these organizations are doing quietly behind the scenes is worth paying attention to.
SCSU Volleyball Is Running Its First Ever Boys Only Camp This July
It's not every day a nationally ranked volleyball program opens its doors specifically for boys — but that's exactly what's happening at SCSU this summer.
County Road 32 North of Lake Henry Closes Monday for Resurfacing
A Stearns County road construction project north of Lake Henry gets underway on Monday.
Legion Baseball Roundup for July 6th and 7th
Four Legion games, four different stories — and at least one player this week had a day at the plate that most guys only dream about.
From Around Central Minnesota
Chick-Fil-A Expands in Minnesota With 5 New Locations + 500 Jobs
New Chick-fil-A locations are coming to Mankato, Shakopee, Stillwater, Woodbury, and Baxter between 2026 and 2028.
Minnesotans Can Dress Like A Cow And Score Free Food Next Week
Cow Appreciation Day is back, and the Chick-fil-A near Crossroads Center is in.
What is This New Change Costco Made to Their Credit Card
Costco payment methods have changed a lot over the years, from Amex-only to Visa and its own Citi card. Here's where things stand now.
Ramsey-Based Beverage Company Unveils New State Fair 'Destination
A Ramsey-based beverage company is bringing more than just drinks to the Minnesota State Fair next year — there's a whole destination in the works.
Minnesota Health Insurance Costs Rank Among The Lowest In The Nation
Minnesotans are actually spending less of their paycheck on health insurance than almost everyone else in the country — and most people have no idea.
Leon Laudenbach And The Mitch Gordon Band Headline The Pearl Lake Lodge Reopening
There's live music, horse races, and a raffle all happening in Marty this Saturday, and it starts with Leon Laudenbach at five o'clock sharp.
Your Feet Take A Beating All Summer And Here Is What To Do About It
A frozen water bottle and a golf ball might sound like an odd pairing, but for people dealing with heel pain, they could be part of the answer.
Minnesota DJ's Six 'Must Try' New Foods From Minnesota State Fair
Thirty-six new foods hitting the Minnesota State Fair this year and somewhere in that lineup, lobster is sitting on top of a burger with chipotle mayo.
New Foods at the State Fair - Here are the Oddest Ones
Minnesota State Fair new foods include a Pickle Pie, Surf N Turf Burger, and a French Chouxnut Sundae worth knowing about.
Sun Country Offering Discounts to Seattle for Fans of MN Aurora
Aurora FC's semifinal bid to host in Minnesota got denied. Now the team heads to Seattle to face Salmon Bay FC Saturday at 9:30 p.m. Central.
Local Flavors Highlighted At This New Central Minnesota Event
Thirty vendors, unlimited tastings, and live music. It's all happening right here in Benton County for the very first time this July.
Luverne Is Serving 15,000 Free Hot Dogs To A Town Of 5,000 People
Luverne has fewer than 5,000 people — and somehow they go through over 15,000 hot dogs in a single evening. That math is worth showing up for.