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This New Trick Shows Soaring Increase In Price Of Groceries
Grocery prices are insane. Anyone who has bought any food over the past few years knows that prices have sky rocketed. Back in May experts pegged the increase since 2020 at more than 25 percent. But many across social media have found a little trick that is telling a much...
SCSU Reveals New Long Term Campus Plan
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- St. Cloud State University has announced a new plan to create a more vibrant and connected campus. The new plan calls for the removal of several older buildings on campus that are currently not being used to create more green space, and a park like environment over the next several years.
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Have a Drink During Happy Hour
It may be "five o'clock somewhere," but that doesn't mean that it is happy hour everywhere. The concept of "happy hour," a period after typical work hours when discounts are offered to bar and restaurant patrons, is a bit of an American institution. You had a hard day of work and you now deserve a cold one and a plate of nachos.
Tim McGraw Mourning Loss of Family Patriarch: ‘An Incredible Man”
Tim McGraw is grieving over the loss of his beloved uncle Henry "Hank" Thomas McGraw. In a lengthy post shared on social media, the country singer explained in depth the impact his uncle had on him and the legacy he leaves behind. "This weekend we lost the patriarch of the...
Toby Keith Jumps 165 Percent in Streams – Here’s Why
Toby Keith's music saw a big bump in streams for the Fourth of July holiday, according to a new report from Billboard. In total, songs from his catalog amassed 10.7 million streams and 3,600 digital song sales on Independence Day — a jump of 165 percent and 251 percent, respectively. That made him one of the biggest July 4th gainers across all genres, including proudly patriotic staples such as Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A." and other holiday-appropriate songs like Katy Perry's "Firework" and Miley Cyrus' "Party in the U.S.A."
Valleyfair Reopens Two Rides
SHAKOPEE (WJON News) -- Valleyfair has reopened two rides after they were temporarily closed due to flooding. The rollercoasters Renegade and Excalibur are both open again following safety inspections. The main parking lot is back open as well but Thunder Canyon remains closed. On June 26th the amusement park announced...
Toby Keith’s Will: Who Inherits His Staggering Fortune
Toby Keith was a stunningly wealthy man at the time of his death, and a new report reveals who inherits his massive estate according to the terms of his will. In Touch has obtained court documents that Keith's wife, Tricia Covel, filed 15 days after his death on Feb. 5, asking to be named the administrator of his estate.
Stearns County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Restaurant Fire
PAYNESVILLE TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- Fire at a Paynesville restaurant forced the evacuation of customers Tuesday morning. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office got a call at approximately 9:45 a.m. about a fire at the Hilltop Restaurant at 28518 Highway 55. The fire was reported to have started on the roof.
How Trailers Are Making a Comeback Thanks to Rising Home Prices + TikTok
With mortgage rates as high as they are, its no surprise that tiny homes and trailers are coming back into popularity. Who doesn't want a home, some land and no house payments? Many people on TikTok are showing off their viral fixer-upper trailer remodels and proving that with some hard work and dedication you can create a home of your own affordably.
Reba McEntire’s New Sitcom Gets a Premiere Date
The countdown is officially on for Reba McEntire's return to scripted television. She's set to star in a new NBC sitcom called Happy's Place, and we now know exactly when the show will premiere. According to a statement from NBC on the social media platform X, Happy's Place will kick...
Dollywood Edges Out Disney in New List of Top Attractions
Dolly Parton is Queen Bee when it comes to theme parks across the United States. The country singer's amusement park, Dollywood, has been named Tripadvisor's No. 1 Amusement & Water Park for 2024, edging out Disney World. Tripadvisor recently released the 2024 edition of the Traveler's Choice Awards Best of...
The Evolution Of Chisel: St. Cloud Rox’s Mascot Gets A Fresh New Look
If you haven't been to a St. Cloud Rox game recently, you might notice something a little bit different the next time you attend The Rock Pile. Maybe your kids who enjoy baseball will notice it more than you. Chisel, the St. Cloud Rox popular mascot, has gone through a...
Waite Park Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash in St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A motorcycle driver has been killed in a crash in St. Cloud. The St. Cloud Police Department says the incident happened at about 1:20 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of 29th Avenue and 2nd Street South. Two motorcycles were traveling east on 2nd Street South approaching the intersection of 29th Avenue South when they made contact with each other, causing one of the drivers to lose control and crash into the traffic signal pole.
Take A Giant Bite Out Of The Weekender
The Summer is heating up and so is The Weekender with some exciting and different ideas for your weekend activities. There is music, unicycles, ink, and cookies this week to partake in. If you want your event included in The Weekender email us here.
Stolen U-Haul Truck and Theft from Vehicle in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a theft from vehicle on the 2700 block of Clearwater Road. A license plate was taken off a Ford F250. The plate number is GSX 372. St. Cloud Police are also reporting a stolen vehicle from the 2700 block of Clearwater Road where...
Toby Keith’s Will Filing Reveals How He Kept His Family Safe
Toby Keith went to extraordinary lengths to keep his family safe during his lifetime, and his wife has asked a court to extend those protections by keeping certain aspects of his will private. In Touch has obtained court documents that show Keith's wife, Tricia Covel, filed papers asking the Oklahoma...
Cold Spring City Council To Vote On Maintenance Building Bids
COLD SPRING (WJON News) -- The City of Cold Spring may soon be getting a new maintenance building. The city council will vote at tonight's meeting to approve the contractor bids for the new structure. The new building will be 168 feet X 70 feet, have a designated mechanics and...
The Price of Postage Is About to Go Up… Again
The next time you grab a book of stamps or head to the post office to send something off, expect to pay more. The United States Postal Service announced their postage rates are increasing for the second time this year and changes are expected to go into effect on Sunday, July 14.
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