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Story of SCSU’s Atwood Memorial Center
Atwood Memorial Center on the St. Cloud State University campus was named for the Atwood family and opened in 1966. SCSU Archivist Tom Steman joined me on WJON. He says the campus was growing in the 1960s and the University needed a place for students to gather. Steman says it was initially called the Atwood Memorial College Center and was named for the whole Atwood family, not just one person.
Metallica Rocks Minnesota Twice, Then Leaves a Parting Gift
They must feel really bad about that Napster thing... After blasting through two completely different sets on two non-consecutive nights in Minneapolis, thrash metal legends Metallica still felt like their work wasn't quite done. So they left a big check for a cause they hold dear. Metallica Gifts $40,000 To...
Paynesville Church Celebrating Its Quasquicentennial Anniversary
PAYNESVILLE (WJON News) -- An area church is celebrating a major milestone this year. St. Louis Catholic Church in Paynesville is celebrating its 125th anniversary. The parish started as a mission church of St. Cloud in 1899 before becoming a permanent parish in 1912. Director of Religious Education Hannah Voss...
The Real Reason Menards Has These Turnstiles At Their Entrance
Have you ever wondered why you walk through a turnstile at Menard's stores? I always just assumed that it was to count how many people came in through the store. There's actually a lot more to it. Ever since I was a kid growing up in Minnesota, I remember the...
The Story of SCSU’s Shoemaker Hall
St. Cloud State's residence hall Shoemaker Hall was built in 1915. SCSU Archivist Tom Steman says it's the 3rd oldest building on campus. The building is named for Waite A. Shoemaker who was a campus lab model school student, was a St. Cloud Normal School graduate, was a faculty member, and eventually became President of the University. He served as President from 1902-1916.
ASKING FOR A FRIEND: Is Dumpster Diving Legal in Minnesota?
Reuse, recycle, re...claim? Whatever your excuse to go face down a$$ up into a giant metal container of misfit stuffs, you should always make sure that Johnny Law is cool with it. Wouldn't want Johnny to throw you in jail while he gets the good stuff out of the Dumpster...
St. Cloud to Dedicate City’s 100th Park, Clark Park
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- There will be a dedication ceremony for St. Cloud's 100th park. Mayor Dave Kleis will host the event Wednesday at noon at Clark Park on the northwest side of Clark Field. Clark Park is named after Elizabeth Clark the first principal of St. Cloud Technical...
Minnesota’s Best Non-Traditional Wedding Venue Ideas According To Reddit
When it comes to wedding venues, Minnesota has it all. I have personally been to a wedding that took place in a pole barn, one on the shore of a lake, another on a public park bluff and, of course, several at golf courses as well. My wife and I...
The Black Crowes Add More Dates to Happiness Bastards Tour
The Black Crowes have announced additional dates for their Happiness Bastards Tour, including rescheduled shows following the cancellation of Aerosmith's Peace Out Tour, which the Crowes were supporting. Fourteen new shows have been added to the 33-date tour, which gets underway on Sept. 27 in Northfield, Ohio. You can see...
Three Restaurants I’d Like To See In St. Cloud
As we are all aware, there is no shortage of restaurants in the St. Cloud metro area. Anytime we do a story about a new restaurant opening we hear the same comments, especially when it is a restaurant that specializes in chicken. However, the constant complaints will not be deterring...
Hear Lou Gramm Sing on Previously Unreleased Foreigner Song
Foreigner is celebrating their upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by sharing a previously unreleased song featuring original lead singer Lou Gramm. "Turning Back the Time," recorded in 1996, will serve as the title track to the band's latest greatest hits compilation, available in CD and 2-LP versions on Oct. 4. It's an upbeat song featuring country-tinged guitar licks from guitarist Mick Jones. The lyrics reference the Beatles' famous first appearance on 'The Ed Sullivan Show' as well as Foreigner's own Double Vision album.
Highway 10 in St. Cloud to Close for Bridge Removal
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Another large piece of the Highway 10/Highway 23 reconstruction project in St. Cloud takes place next week. The Minnesota Department of Transportation will close Highway 10 starting at 8:00 a.m. Monday and continuing through Wednesday, August 28th. The closure will be from 15th Avenue Southeast to East St. Germain Street.
After Being Closed for 2 Seasons, Local Tree Farm Will be Reopening
Some people have the time honored tradition of being like the Griswolds, and head out to find that perfect Christmas Tree for your family's holiday celebration. One tree farm in the area that was very popular closed in 2022 because of the passing of a beloved family member. This had been a tradition for many, and in the Rothstein family for decades. It was hard to see it not continue on, but at the same time, understandable.
Ready for a New Name? Xcel Energy Center Has About a Year Left
I know it was only since the year 2000, but I can't think of a time when it wasn't the Xcel Energy Center. I looked to see wha the previous name was, and it was just the St. Paul Civic Center. Anyway, after 25 years, the Xcel Energy Center will...
Heart Like a Truck: Today’s Pet of the Week is Lainey!
She'll Wait in the Truck, so Never Say Never to Lainey, today's Pet of the Week from Tri-County Humane Society!. Lainey is a spayed 4-year-old terrier/pit bull/mix. She's house-trained and will let you know when nature is calling! She's been friendly with children of all ages and has lived with cats & other dogs. Lainey loves car rides, chew toys, and chit-chat: she's a talker! She can sit and shake, and is an exuberant ball of energy. Stop by Tri-County Humane Society to meet Lainey today!
This Restaurant Chain Is ‘Secretly’ Closing Locations, Is MN’s Next?
Times are tough. The cost of things is high, across the board. If we know that prices are high for us, we know that companies are also feeling the pinch. Since the pandemic, we've seen hundreds if not thousands of stores and businesses close nationwide due to financial reasons. One national branded restaurant chain has been secretly closing locations across the country, so is Minnesota's lone Hooters going to survive?
This Popular Online Sales Tactic Will Now Be Illegal In October!
Tell me if this has ever happened to you before. You are shopping online, looking for a widget. You head over to a popular a to z online retailer, and you find there are 100s of widgets. You want the best widget you can get, so you start reading the online reviews and all of them state how amazing the product is. You buy the widget with the best reviews, you get it home, and it falls apart because it's junk. Sound familiar? Well, these online fake reviews will now be illegal, thanks to the Federal Trade Commission.
Coborn’s Announced New Grocery, Liquor Store in Plymouth
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Coborn's Incorporated is opening a new grocery and liquor store in Plymouth. The St. Cloud-based company says they will be part of a new project called "The Boulevard" which is a partnership with developers Roers Companies and Scannell Properties. It will be located off Interstate 494 and Bass Lake Road.
Demo Work Planned for Portion of Former St. Joe Mill
ST. JOSEPH (WJON News) -- Demolition work will soon begin on some of the old St. Joseph Mill project. During Tuesday night's St. Joseph EDA meeting, they'll get an update on the work. The eastern post and frame portion of the building is proposed to be demolished as the structure's...
St. Joe Distillery To Raise Funds for Animals in Need
CHEERS! Or SKOL! Either way, those are words that a lot of people say around here. Let’s face it, most of us don’t need to look far for a reason to gather with friends and have our favorite beverage. The work weeks can get quite long sometimes, or...
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