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Stearns County Entering Schematic Design Stage on Justice Center
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Plans for a new Stearns County Jail and Justice Center are moving forward. Stearns County commissioners have agreed on a full build that will include 270 jail beds, sheriff's office, county attorney's office, judges' chambers, and 14 courtrooms. Board Chair Tarryl Clark says the board...
Have You Checked Out The Pedestrian Bridge Over The Mississippi In Sartell?
With Mother Nature blessing us with wonderful spring/summer weather so far, we have been looking for some outdoor activities to take part in around the area. Sunday we (my two kids and I) decided to take a dip in the Celebration wading pool near our home in Sartell. However, when we arrived we found out the pool didn't open until 12:30 p.m. and it was only about 11 a.m. at the time. Bummer.
Emergency Repairs Underway at St. Cloud Wastewater Forcemain
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- St. Cloud area residents are being asked to temporarily limit their water usage during a sewer system repair. The City of St. Cloud says a team has been sent to the Metro Forcemain Sewer System to make a critical repair. Out of an abundance of...
Bridge Over Clearwater River to Close Monday
FAIRHAVEN TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A bridge replacement project on the Stearns County/Wright County border will prompt traffic to detour around the work zone. Starting Monday, the Stearns County Road 7 and Wright County Road 2 Bridge over the Clearwater River will close. Crews will be replacing the bridge forcing...
STUDY: St. Cloud, MN Rentals Among Most Affordable In United States
A recent study by Lawn Love has found that St. Cloud, Minnesota has some of the most affordable rental housing in the entire country. St. Cloud ranks as the eighth-most affordable in the United States in the survey. I'll let Lawn Love explain its methodology:. First, we determined the factors...
Organizations Proclaim ‘Old Glory Week’ in St. Cloud Area
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Several civic organizations have declared this as "Old Glory Week" in the St. Cloud metro area. Major Dan Warneke is the Community Affairs Officer for the St. Cloud Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol headquartered at the St. Cloud Army Air Facility. He says they...
Letter to the Editor: Somali community and St. Cloud make strides
I am writing in response to the St. Cloud Times' article on the Somali population's efforts to diversify St. Cloud's City Council. While I appreciate the attention given to this important topic, I must clarify some points and address several misleading claims made by the Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO). Firstly, it is important to note that CAIRO does not represent the entire East African community in St. Cloud. It is misleading and absurd to claim that the city does not support our community simply because CAIRO lacks an official contract with the city. As Abdi Ibrahim, CAIRO Program Manager, stated, "since the city council lacks official Somali input, its scope doesn’t always consider the needs of Somali-born residents." This assertion unfairly overlooks the substantial efforts made by our city officials to support and integrate the Somali community into St. Cloud.
Road Construction in East St. Cloud to Partially Close Intersections Starting Monday
(KNSI) – A major road construction project in East St. Cloud will cause partial closures of two intersections on Monday. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the intersections closing are 14th Avenue Southeast south of Highway 23 and East St. Germain Street at East of Highway 10. Access will be maintained for those who live, work, visit or shop in the area; however, expect changes and alternate entrances and follow road signs. Both closings will remain in effect until August.
Native Medicine Treatment Facility Opening in St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A native medicine plant-based treatment facility is opening on the East End in St. Cloud. White Feather Essential Earth Elements is going into the former Ace Bar building on East St. Germain Street. Allen Miller is the Clinic Director and a Certified Tribal Healer. He...
78th Annual St. Cloud Fireworks Show on the 4th of July
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The 78th annual St. Cloud Fireworks show is this Thursday celebrating the 4th of July. In Hester Park on the west bank of the Mississippi River, there will be family-friendly events throughout the day. Food vendors will open at noon, reserved seating starts at 6:00 p.m., and the St. Cloud Municipal Band performs at 8:30 p.m.
St. Cloud's MN House candidate discusses her long-term pro-life, anti-LGBTQ+ stances
ST. CLOUD — Minnesota House District 14B candidate Sue Ek looks to bring a Republican voice to the DFL-controlled statehouse. As the familiar face canvasses the streets of St. Cloud, constituents are reminded of her 2005 campaign, which focused on anti-LGBTQ+ and pro-life legislation. “I don't think the Defense of Marriage Act is enough because it (opens) the door for marriages between two men done in a different state to be recognized here,” Ek said in a...
Stearns History Museum Unveils New Exhibit
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The Stearns History Museum unveiled a new exhibit on Saturday. As the museum continues to celebrate its 40th Anniversary it unveiled "Home At Last: The Building of the Stearns History Museum" at a ceremony in the museum's plaza at 1:00 p.m. "Home at Last" details...
St. Cloud to shoot fireworks over the Mississippi on Independence Day
St. Cloud is putting on a party for Independence Day. Fireworks will once again fly across the Mississippi River, and viewing will be good - whichever side of the river you want to view it from. The display, which starts at 10 p.m., will take place between Hester and Wilson parks. ...
Sartell school board approves 21 staff contracts after debate
SARTELL — Sartell-St. Stephen School District 748 staff members breathed a sigh of relief Friday night as the school board unanimously approved 21 contracts that had experienced delayed approval earlier this month. “Having these contracts approved gives me a large sense of relief,” Board Chair Tricia Meling said.
Stearns and Clay County Judicial Vacancies Narrowed to Five Finalists
(KNSI) – Two area lawyers are on the shortlist to fill two judgeships in Stearns and Clay Counties. The open seats will be chambered in St. Cloud and Moorhead. The Commission on Judicial Selection recommends that the governor pick from Amy Chantry, Ole Tvedten, Simon George, Michael Leeser, and Michael Minard.
July 2024 Events in Greater St. Cloud
Can you believe it’s July already?! Time really flies when you’re having fun! This month is all about entertainment and fun for the whole family! Here’s a glimpse of what’s happening in Greater St. Cloud but make sure to CLICK HERE for the full events calendar!
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