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New Fire Station in St. Cloud on the November Election Ballot
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Voters in St. Cloud will be asked to approve bonding for a new fire station when they go to the polls in November. During Monday night's meeting, the city council approved putting the question on the ballot asking for up to $43.5 million for Fire Station 6, which would be built in the southern part of the city.
Local Racetrack Makes Repairs From Lightning Strike Before Weekend Series
Weekends in Central Minnesota revolve mostly around attending activities that we can't do during the colder months. One of those weekend events that people tend to go to, is heading out to the local racetrack. The Ogilvie Raceway is making some repairs before racing resumes this weekend. The racetrack needed to repair some speakers and TVs after a lightning strike last weekend damaged the equipment.
Five New Stores Coming To This Popular Minnesota Mall
Minnesota Shoppers have something to look forward to. A popular local mall in Minnesota is getting some new additions. Maple Grove’s “The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes” is an outdoor mall experience that brings an array of dining, retail, and entertainment experiences to shoppers. At ‘The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes’, you can stroll outdoors, shop, dine, and enjoy the relaxing paths that have beautiful landscaping and flowers. The Shoppes pride themselves on offering a collection of national stores and ‘one-of-a-kind’ boutiques.
Set The Hook! Another Record Minnesota Fish Caught In May
Minnesota fishing fans must be licking their lips as another new state record has emerged from the depths of one of our many rivers in the land of 10,000+ lakes. This time the catch was made down in Redwood County, and it was a record Mooneye. This angler was over...
Are These the Best Eggrolls in Minnesota?
Full disclosure, I’m not an eggroll guy, and far from an eggroll expert, but with that said, I believe I’ve found the best eggrolls in Central Minnesota, if not all of Minnesota. It’s not that I don’t like eggrolls, they’re just not my item of choice, but I...
Winning Powerball Ticket Sold in St. Cloud
ROSEVILLE (WJON News) -- Check your tickets, someone who bought a Powerball ticket in St. Cloud is $50,000 richer Tuesday morning. The Minnesota State Lottery says the winning ticket was sold at the Kwik Trip at 6250 County Road 120 in St. Cloud. The numbers drawn for Monday night's drawing...
Three Hurt in Crash On Interstate 94 in Stearns County
AVON (WJON News) -- Three people were hurt in a crash on Interstate 94 in Stearns County. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened at about 4:30 p.m. Monday near Avon. Two vehicles were both going west when they collided. Nineteen-year-old Wyatt Meyer of Mapleton was driving one of...
Sauk Centre Hosts Weekly Free Concert Series
If you’re like most people, by Wednesday evening, you’re feeling the weight of the last three days of work. And all you’re looking for is motivation and energy for the final two workdays that lie ahead. The chance to unwind and relax with friends or family could...
Riding High: Amtrak Borealis Trains Impress In First Month
In its first month of operation, the Amtrak Borealis trains between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Chicago are impressing Amtrak and state officials. Amtrak says over 18,500 passengers used the Borealis service in its first month, an average of about 300 passengers aboard the east- and westbound trains in Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Central MN Town Ball Report
Completing my twelfth year at 1390 Granite City Sports with your weekly amateur baseball (Town Team) reports. Including game summaries, upcoming schedules, league standings, tournament summaries and an occasional special interest feature. The plan is to continue to include: Arrowhead West/Section 2B: Cold Spring Springers, Moorhead Brewers, Moorhead Mudcats, Hamel Hawks, and Sobieski Skis, Central Valley League, Sauk Valley League, Victory League South and Stearns County, New London-Spicer, Paynesville Pirates the Regal Eagles of the County Line League teams and the Foley Lumberjacks formerly of the Sauk Valley League, now the Victory League along with Sobieski Skis, St. Stephen Steves, Avon Lakers, St. Wendel Saints, Opole Bears, Freeport Black Sox, Royalton River Dogs and Nisswa Lightning, throughout their league playoffs, regional and state.
Unveiling Toilet Row: A New Era Of Ballpark Luxury
Every fan hates to miss any action on the field when they have to run to the bathroom, but this may be taking it a bit too far. The Lake County Captains, the High-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, have installed a "Roto-Rooter Row" at their home park right behind home plate. The eight "high-end toilet seats" are obviously not your normal seats.
Luke Bryan Now Has His Own Hospital Wing
Luke Bryan and his family are the proud financial backers of a new hospital wing at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tenn. While that doesn't mean the country singer will be the doctor at your next visit, it does mean more medical care options are now available for those in the area.
Vince Gill Fan Drains Her Savings After Falling For Online Scam
A Vince Gill fan in Massachusetts has fallen prey to an online scam so devastating that it drained her retirement and savings accounts and fractured her relationship with friends and family. In a recent episode of the podcast Scammer Stories, a woman who identifies herself only as Jackie shares her...
St. Cloud VA Hosting Mental Health Summit
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Veterans and their families will have a chance to learn more about mental health issues affecting service members at a summit in St. Cloud next month. The St. Cloud VA is bringing together federal and state agencies, local mental health groups, health care facilities, and other stakeholders.
Toby Keith’s Daughter Shares a Birthday Message For Her Late Dad [Photo]
Toby Keith would have turned 63 on Monday (July 8), and his friends and family are celebrating his birthday for the first time since he died on Feb. 5, 2024. The country star's daughter Krystal Keith — who is a country performer in her own right — shared a brief remembrance of him on social media. "Happy Birthday to our Popster," she wrote, alongside a photo of her dad grinning on a baseball field and holding up a card that reads, "Keep Smiling."
Morgan Wallen Made Country Music History in the U.K.
Morgan Wallen just made country music history during his July 4 show at BST Hyde Park in London. The singer performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 50,000 people making it the largest country concert ever held in the United Kingdom. Morgan Wallen's Historic Show at BST Hyde Park.
Here Are the Lyrics to Carly Pearce’s ‘Truck on Fire’ [Listen]
Carly Pearce is no stranger to cheatin' songs, but in her new single, "Truck on Fire," she breaks out the pyrotechnics. Fans have seen Pearce sing about heartbreak, loss, betrayal and moving on with hits like "What He Didn't Do" and "Never Wanted to Be That Girl," but this time around, she's showing a more vengeful streak. This song could be right up there with the most searing woman-scorned anthems from Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood.
The Best Covers of Toby Keith’s ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’
Both country music fans and artists alike were shaken when news broke of Toby Keith's passing on Feb. 5, 2024. The man was a pillar in the genre and left a legacy that extended beyond his music career. Since his death, the world seems to have latched onto his 1993...
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