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Man Witnessed Cutting Copper Pipes and Wiring in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a burglary on the 400 block of 1st Avenue South. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crime Stoppers says a witness interrupted a bearded white male inside a vacant building cutting copper pipes and wiring. She says the suspect fled the scene before police arrived. The suspect was further described as wearing a blue shirt with dark colored shorts and left the area in a maroon car.
St. Cloud Man Accused of Pointing Loaded Handgun at Kids
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A St. Cloud man faces two felony charges of 2nd-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after an incident involving a handgun. According to the charges filed in Stearns County District Court, 41-year-old Corey Self is accused of pointing a loaded handgun at two kids. St....
Slappin’ Da Bass: The 1st Annual Minnesota Rockabilly Festival
Greaser? Bettie? Got a '51 Cadillac that can beat a '55 Thunderbird?. Break out the pencil skirts and bowling shirts for the 1st Annual Minnesota Rockabilly Festival on August 17th at Hackamore Brewing Company in Chanhassen!. 1st Annual Minnesota Rockabilly Festival on August 17th. Classic cars, great food, and Rock...
Crosby Cat Update: The Last Four Crosby Cats Are Looking For Their Forever Homes
Four remaining Crosby Cats/Kittens are looking for their forever home at Tri-County Humane Society. It has been a little over three months since TCHS took in over 90 cats that were in dire need of attention and a new home. TCHS informed me that in all, 94 cats were taken...
Explore Minnesota Indoor Water Parks This Summer
Minnesota offers so many options for vacations and this includes indoor water parks throughout the state. Jake Juliot from Explore Minnesota highlights the hot spots for parents and kids. MAKE A SPLASH AT MINNESOTA'S INDOOR WATER PARKS. Between kiddie pools with fountains and little-kid slides, big-kid pools with super slides,...
Sun Country Vs. Skywest: The “Battle” For The MPLS-Eau Claire Route
Alright. First of all, this is not a time saver. By the time you get through all the security, TSA, taxi, take off, then landing getting off the plane, then either renting a car, getting ride service, or some other form of "pick up". You could drive from Minneapolis to Eau Claire, Wisconsin for about the same amout of time give or take 15 minutes.
Several Former St. Cloud Rox Players Selected In MLB Draft
Seven former St. Cloud Rox players were selected in this week's Major League Baseball Draft. Charlie Condon (Georgia) was selected third overall by the Colorado Rockies, making him the highest-drafted player in Northwoods League history. Condon spent the 2022 season with the Rox. He was named to the All Star...
YUCK! If This Shows Up – What is It, and How to Get Rid of It
If you haven't noticed, it has been raining a lot. Like A LOT! I guess Mother Nature is trying to make up for the last two years of a drought. But for real... it's a bit much. And now, this gross stuff has shown up in my landscaping... mulch. What...
Moondance Jam Sets Deadline to Get Refunds For Tickets
If you were looking forward to the national headliners at Moondance Jam this year only to be disappointed with the cancellation of the national bands, the deadline to get a refund is fast approaching. You have until Thursday (July 18th) at 5pm CST to call in. Moondance Jam Ticket Refund...
Join Central Minnesota’s Vibrant Music Scene With The Musicians Collective
How many of us have fond memories of being in a band or choir during our school years? Perhaps you are like me, and you still have that old Bundy flute hiding in the deepest darkest corner of your closet. If you are 14 or older, it's time to dig...
Rockin’ Randall! Did You Know There Is A ‘New’ Restaurant In Town?
For those that live in the Randall area, there is a 'new' restaurant in town, as the old muni now has new owners and a new name. The new spot where you can pull up a stool and have an ice-cold beverage is Shady's Bar & Grill. Personally, it's great...
Award in Philanthropy Recipients Announced by CMCF
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The Central Minnesota Community Foundation has announced the recipients of this year's Awards in Philanthropy. Mark Thelen will be receiving the Alex Didier Award in Philanthropy. It recognizes a person or couple who has significantly contributed to the field of philanthropy in the region. Mark Thelen is the founder of Thelen Advertising.
Do Local Political Candidates Need to Engage Better?
It's easy to see around Central Minnesota that this is an election year. And I’m not even talking about the race for the White House. I’m specifically talking about the races for the local offices. For those that are seeking office on the local level, first let me...
Don’t Miss This Free, Fun Family Event in Central Minnesota
Sundays! Outside of possibly going to church and having lunch with your family, what do you look forward to about Sundays?. It's the last day of the weekend, and some people use the afternoon for a chance to take a nap. We’ll need that extra boost of energy during the weekend at some point, right?
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
Step Right Up: Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Sherburne County Fair
(ELK RIVER) -- It's fair time in Elk River. The Sherburne County Fair opens Thursday and runs through Sunday (July 18-21) at 18335 Joplin Street Northwest. The fair opens at 8 each morning and closes at midnight Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The fair closes at 5 pm on Sunday, July 21st.
Search Warrants Turn Up Haul of Stolen Property
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Law enforcement agencies in West Central Minnesota released information Tuesday about a number of stolen items that they recovered last month. On June 25th agents with The West Central Minnesota Drug and Violent Crime Task Force gathered information that lead to the execution of two search warrants in Pope County and an additional search warrant in Grant County.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
Stearns History Museum’s John Decker; My Life [AUDIO]
History has been his life. Longtime Stearns History Museum employee and award winning John Decker joined me on WJON for our My Life series. Decker was born in Richmond and grew up with his 3 siblings and parents in Cold Spring. John's father, Wally and many of his uncles worked in the granite industry in Cold Spring. He says his mother, Bernice also worked at Cold Spring Granite as well after his sister, Pat went into grade school. John is the oldest sibling in the family so he was often tasked with taking care of his 2 bothers and 1 sister. He described his family as not the wealthiest in town or the poorest. John says his mother was kind of trail blazer by working at the time he was growing up. He says she sold encyclopedias before taking a job working in the office at the granite company.
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