The two rounds of snowfall in the past week have some benefits. The dry conditions were really becoming noticeable on area lakes, streams, ponds and rivers. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON.

Anna Marie's Alliance has set a ground breaking ceremony for their expansion and renovation of their shelter facility. The Executive Director of Anna Marie's Charles Hempeck joined me on WJON. He says they are really excited about the upcoming remodel of the shelter.

The Waite Park Police Department are reporting a vehicle was entered, gift cards were taken and items were thrown throughout the vehicle. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says this happened on the 500 block of 10th Avenue South.

Sartell's River Crossing is expected to fill up with development in 2024 and the latest one to announce they are going in is Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Maintenance. That according to Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum.

Unravel the stories behind intriguing artifacts and learn more about Minnesota’s past at these 10 fascinating and fun Minnesota history museums.

Minnesota snow plows haven't been needed a lot yet in the state this winter but they have been needed in the past week. I was joined by Truck Equipment Sales Manager Tim Erickson from Towmaster in Litchfield.

Longtime St. Cloud area resident, businessman, historian and travel expert, Jim Grabinski joined me for an appearance on WJON's My Life Series. Jim grew up in Sauk Rapids in the 1940s and 50s and was within what he calls running distance to downtown.

The Albany boys basketball team is back in the Class AA State Tournament but this time they are there to defend their title. The Huskies defeated Minnehaha Academy 72-65 to capture the state championship in 2023.

Waite Park Police are reporting a stolen vehicle on the 1100 block of 7th Street South. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers indicates it was a gray Dodge Journey with Wisconsin License ALJ 917. She says there is a hole in the rear bumper.

The cost and availability of childcare can be a challenge for parents of young children. To talk about the issues of childcare in the workforce I was joined by Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation's Gail Cruikshank. She explains that 24% of parents surveyed withdrew from the workforce or denied employment due to childcare arrangements.