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Becker Woman Hurt in Crash Near Spicer
SPICER (WJON News) -- A Becker woman was hurt in a crash in Kandiyohi County. The Minnesota State Patrol says a vehicle driven by 18-year-old Bailey Muehlbauer of Becker was going south on Highway 23. A second vehicle driven by 54-year-old Kathy Johnson of Willmar was going north on Highway 23.
Holdingford Daze Scheduled for Friday, Saturday
HOLDINGFORD (WJON News) -- Holdingford is celebrating "All Things Minnesota" this weekend during Holdingford Daze. The events begin on Friday evening with a craft and bake sale, the Historical Society Museum, a car show on Main Street, and the Men's Slowpitch Softball tournament. Saturday's events include a Tractor Blessing and...
Would Minnesotans Like to Be Able to Oust Lying Politicians?
There’s an old saying that says “you know how to tell a politician is lying, their lips are moving”. And sadly, these days, there is some truth to that statement. I’m not a historian, but I was awake in high school history class enough to know that what we’ve evolved into politically, is not what it was intended to be.
Some Minnesotans Can Get A Discount on Their Car Insurance
Everything is costing more these days. And even though it’s hard to justify some of the extreme increases we’re seeing, there is some understanding to be had why there has been some elevation in prices. One area that has gone up considerably is insurance. Health insurance, homeowners' insurance,...
Get Ready For Change: Minnesota Introduces Area Code 924 Overlay
Minnesota is getting a new area code this summer. Southern Minnesota's 507 area code is expected to run out of numbers early next year. So the Minnesota Public Utilities Comission is creating the new 924 area code that overlays the 507. What does that mean for you and me?. Folks...
Traffic Switch Planned for Highway 23 South Gap Project
PAYNESVILLE (WJON News) -- The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be switching traffic over to the newly constructed lanes of the Highway 23 South Gap project this week. Starting on Thursday or Friday, traffic will be head-to-head with one lane in each direction from County Road 31 to County Road...
No One Hurt In Delivery Truck Crash
ELROSA (WJON News) -- No one was hurt when a delivery truck rolled onto its side Monday afternoon. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office says they responded to a call at around 1:30 p.m. of a truck on its side about 3 miles west of Elrosa. Deputies discovered a Transit van lying on its side in the south ditch.
Bridge Deck Sealing in Sartell to Cause Traffic Delays
SARTELL (WJON News) -- Drivers in Sartell are being asked to find an alternate route around some road work on Thursday. The Stearns County Highway Department will be sealing the bridge deck over the Sauk River in Sartell. Flaggers will be controlling traffic on County Road 1/Riverside Avenue at the...
Week Three of the Summertime By George Concert Series
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- After taking last week off for the Fourth of July holiday, Summertime By George is back this week. The opening act is Kat Blue at 5:30 p.m. with the headliner the Shane Martin Band playing their "Songs of the South" Tribute to Alabama at 7:00 p.m.
What Central Minnesotans Should Know About Dementia
Dementia is more than just Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Pat Zook with the Dementia Community Action Network joined me on WJON to talk about what dementia is, its causes, and treatments. Zook says dementia isn't something that randomly happens but rather builds up over 20 to 25 years which includes changes...
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
Fall Not The Only Season Coming to Mystic Lake Casino
PRIOR LAKE (WJON News) -- Mystic Lake Casino will be a place for all seasons this fall. The iconic Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will play the Mystic Showroom in Prior Lake on October 11th as part of their "The Last Encores" tour. Valli has been a renowned singer...
MSP Ranked Top U.S. Airport in 2024
MINNEAPOLIS (WJON News) -- Minnesota's biggest airport is also ranked as the best in the United States. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been named the number one U.S. Airport in the 2024 Travel and Leisure World's Best Awards. MSP's ranking jumped to the top spot from fourth place in last...
This Major Change Coming to Minnesota Based Target This Month
Target. The place you run into to get one specific item and somehow you come out of the store after spending $100... oh, and sometimes forgetting that one item you went in there for in the first place. It's like a black hole. Target has gone through some changes over...
Two Teenagers Hurt In Rockville Crash On Monday
Rockville (WJON News) -- Two teenagers suffered minor injuries when they crashed their pickup in Rockville on Monday. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office says they received a call at about 10:45 in the morning of a rollover on County Road 2. Deputies and Mayo Ambulance responded to the call and...
Discount Retail Store Found in Nearly Every State Shuttering Locations
Yet another discount store could be headed for disaster as it begins to close locations. Let's first look back at the first half of 2024 and the growing issues among discount retail stores. Family Dollar, which is owned by Dollar Tree, announced plans to close nearly 1,000 stores throughout 2024....
Kids Can Discover Outdoors & More At SJP’s Explorers Camp
COLLEGEVILLE (WJON News) -- Kids in grades 5-8 will get to explore the great outdoors and learn at the same time for the next three weeks at St. John's Prep (SJP). The school is hosting its annual summer Explorers Camp from 8:00 a.m. to Noon over the next three Wednesdays.
Pop Up Splash Pad Coming to St. Cloud Park this Saturday
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- With the forecast calling for highs around 90 degrees, the timing couldn't be better for the Pop Up Splash Pad in St. Cloud this Saturday. The Park and Recreation Department is co-sponsoring the event with the St. Cloud Fire and Police Departments. The free event...
St. Cloud Area Grocery Stores Revisited (Part III)
Grocery stores have changed dramatically over the years and where groceries can be purchased in the St. Cloud area has also changed. This is our 3rd installment of our St. Cloud area grocery store revisited feature. I am joined by St. Cloud area historian Jim Grabinski. Many of the grocery stores that will be examined in this installment are neighborhood grocery stores but not all.
Love For You From Coco Q: Today’s Pet of the Week!
She may have lost a battle with a porcupine, but she won our hearts: meet Coco Q, today's Pet of the Week from Tri-County Humane Society!. Coco Q is a neutered 18-month-old mixed breed 60lb lovebug. She's food-motivated (same, Coco Q, same) and gives mad wags for treats! She's done well with cats, kids, and other dogs. Coco Q is a happy and social gal, and would make a great addition to your happy home!
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