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FLIPP Brings Hard-driving Rock And Theatrical Energy Back To St. Cloud
FLIPP's bringing that hard-driving rock energy back to downtown St. Cloud this Saturday night after years away from the Red Carpet stage.
Little Falls Celebrates 53 Years Of Arts, Crafts, And Community Connection
Over 100,000 people descend on Little Falls this weekend for a festival that's been running for over 50 years straight.
League Of Women Voters Hosting Voter 101 Event Tuesday At St. Cloud Library
Want to understand voter registration, election security, and how to research candidates before you vote? The League of Women Voters is hosting a free session.
Prep Sports Scoreboard – Wednesday, September 9th
Sauk Rapids-Rice's volleyball team came up short against ROCORI Tuesday, but Teagan Eggert's 21 kills kept things competitive throughout.
Planning Commission Delays Data Center Decision Until October Meeting
The city is being proactive about data centers, creating a regulatory framework before any proposals hit the table.
St. Cloud Gets Nearly An Inch And A Half Of Rain Overnight
Central Minnesota got nearly an inch and a half of rain this week, but we're still running dry for the year overall.
Local Education Activities Foundation Seeks Classroom Sponsors for St. Cloud Schools
With school starting, the Local Education & Activities Foundation is once again calling for members of the community to sponsor a classroom.
Albany Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash Near Cold Spring Friday
Tragedy struck a group ride in the area when one rider's bike went straight into a ditch instead of following the curve.
Drunk Driver Who Ran Stop Sign, Killed Unborn Baby Gets Six Years in Prison
An Avon man who pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a crash that critically hurt a St. Cloud woman and killed her unborn baby has been sentenced.
St. Cloud Breaks Ground On Major Fire Station Project For Southwest Side
Voters approved a 43.5 million dollar fire station back in 2024, and construction just kicked off on the southwest side.
Experience Dolly Parton’s Appalachian Take On Christmas Carol At State Theatre
Dolly Parton's take on a Christmas classic is coming to Minneapolis this November, and it's set in 1930s Appalachia with a mining company twist.
Deputies Respond To Unresponsive Man, Death Ruled Homicide In Monticello
A Monticello man died following an altercation Thursday morning, and authorities launched an immediate search for the other person involved.
From Around Central Minnesota
The Hard Road Home - Justin Ploof Turns Life Into Music
Justin made an announcement back on April 16th... and he's sticking to his plan.
Rusty Bread Pans Don't Always Mean The Trash
Your old bread pans might have rust, but that doesn't mean they're done for.
Minnesotans Sleep Well, Volunteer Often, And Rank Among Nation’s Happiest
Turns out Minnesotans are sleeping better than most Americans, and it shows in the happiness numbers.
Frontier Saloon Closes After More Than 60 Years At MN State Fair
The Frontier Saloon played its final notes at the Minnesota State Fair this past weekend.
This New Minnesota Viking Is Looking For 'Must Try Food Spots'
Kyle Van Noy's asking around about Minnesota's best-kept food secrets, and locals aren't holding back with their recommendations.
Rocky Might Be the Happiest Dog You Have Ever Seen
Rocky, a one-year-old dog found as a stray, is looking for his forever home at TriCounty Humane Society. He loves toys and people.
JJ McCarthy Delivered Pizza To Homeless Encampments In St. Paul
JJ McCarthy won't start this Sunday, but he's been spending time doing something that might matter more than any game.
The New RCL - Now Cozy and Rustic in the Crossroads Mall
St. Cloud's RCL furniture store is now Cozy and Rustic, featuring expanded wood furniture lines, mattresses, and work from area artists.
Local Volunteers Gather To Support Sartell PD With Gifts
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP is delivering teddy bears and activity packs to Sartell Police, tools officers use to calm scared kids and distressed seniors in crisis moments.
Johnnies Defeat Ranked UW-La Crosse, Jump Into Top Ten Nationally
St. Johns football just cracked the top ten after knocking off a ranked opponent. The Johnnies are riding high heading into their week off.
This Was The Most Popular Food Item at the MN State Fair
Sweet Martha's cookies reign supreme at the Minnesota State Fair once again.
New Competition Games Debut At Stoney Brook Farm Fall Festival In Foley
The farm that built one of Earth's largest corn mazes is back for fall with fresh competition games and themed events all season long.