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Clearwater Travel Plaza hosts popular Party on the Patio
It was a beautiful day for Clearwater Travel Plaza’s popular Party on the Patio, an eagerly awaited annual event held to celebrate veterans, customers, and their employees. Held last week, the party began with 23 motorcycles ridden by Clearwater Legion Riders, St. Augusta Legion Riders, and the River Riders escorting 44 veterans from the St. Cloud VA to the Patio Party, where, flanked by the Legion Color Guard, all vets in attendance were then invited to walk the red carpet and be recognized.
Big Lake 9-year-old rakes in cash trapping nuisance gophers
BIG LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) - This summer in Sherburne County, some homeowners are turning to an unorthodox solution in their fight against destructive rodents. "I’ve caught more than 10 gophers," 9-year-old Dylan Harapat told FOX 9 on Wednesday. "I think I have about $78." Dylan’s curiosity and entrepreneurial...
Pop Up IKEA Store Not Too Far from St. Cloud – Opens TODAY [FRIDAY]
There are those who absolutely love IKEA. To be honest, I have only been in that store one time. And yes, the prices are very good. But you will spend some time putting most things that you buy there together. But that's sometime the price you pay for inexpensive furniture pieces.
Master Gardener’s Insights: Tackling Japanese Beetles In St. Cloud
THIS INVASIVE SPECIES HAS MADE ITS WAY TO ST CLOUD. Master Gardener Bill Cook joined me yesterday to talk about gardening on WJON and informed me that a pest we have all heard about has made its way to the St. Cloud area. He has found them in his gardens. This hungry little bug will eat your garden goods before you do if you aren't prepared.
Give Blood, Get an Amazon Gift Card Event in St. Cloud
We have been hearing for years about how much the donations from people giving blood drop off during the summer months. This makes sense because of how busy people are during the summer, and people just aren't as available for, or thinking about those types of things like they might be during the colder months here in Minnesota.
A new fitness group is headed to St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD --- A new fitness location is headed to Crossroads Center Mall this fall. Crunch Fitness is opening its newest franchise, Crunch St. Cloud, a 40,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility near DSW and Ultra. The company started in 1989 in Greenwich Village in New York City, with the purpose of...
Six ice cream shops to check out near St. Cloud this summer
ST. CLOUD — Ice cream is served in all styles in the greater St. Cloud area. From homemade to soft serve. Here are six independently-owned shops to check out. Flavors range from mocha caramel latte to bubblegum, pistachio or blueberry cheesecake. There's also homemade Mexican ice cream available. Jupiter Moon Ice Cream ...
Summertime By George Concert Headlined By Janelle Kendall’s Perfect Storm
(KNSI) – Wednesday’s Summertime by George concert is sure to be a lively party that measures up to this year’s theme of “A Toast to Summer.”. Green Light Night takes the stage at 5:30 p.m. The five-piece band is ready to bring a slate of country, punk, and rock music to Eastman Park.
Community Strings Orchestra to play summer concert
MONTICELLO — The Monticello Community Strings Orchestra will be performing its 23rd Annual Summer Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 25 at the Monticello High School Auditorium, located at 5225 School Boulevard. With members that range from 11 to 69 years old, two different community groups — the concert orchestra and symphony orchestra — will be performing a wide variety of musical selections. This summer, the Monticello Community Strings Orchestra will be led under the direction of Michelle Schettler-Stein and Rachel Vannett. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Central MN Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. Admission is free and open to all. For more information, visit https://monticellostrings.wordpress.com.
Sherburne History Center to hold Family Day
BECKER — You won’t want to miss Family Day at the Sherburne History Center on Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The annual event will include scavenger hunts; a design-and-fly kite project; music from the band The Crow’s Feet on the patio; inflatables in the parking lot; along with good eats from the Pork Chop Guys food truck and the Brain Freeze ice cream truck. Come for lunch and bring your own lawn chairs. RSVP at www.sherburnehistorycenter.org/event-details-registration/family-day. The Sherburne History Center is located at 10775 27th Ave SE in Becker. The History Center strives to connect our community to the county’s history through free, family-fun activities, educational programs, engaging exhibits, and public access to an extensive research library and local, cultural artifacts.
RIVERFEST 2024: Making memories in 48th year
SEE RELATED RIVERFEST 2024 COVERAGE: PHOTO GALLERIES: Parade, Party in the Park, Art in the Park, Taste of Monticello ARTICLES: Family Fun Night, Pie-Eating Contest, Royal Ambassador Coronation MONTICELLO — Riverfest 2024 is sure to go down in Monticello’s history books as a memorable event. ...
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...
Music Is In The Air With The Weekender
Can you believe summer is about half over already and soon the kids will be heading back to school? There is still time to get in some fun weekend activities with crafts, festivals, and lots and lots of music. The Weekender is here with some ideas for you to get out and about on your two days off. if you would like your event included in The Weekender email us here.
Area youth partake in STEM summer camp
Last week, area youth had the opportunity to partake in a week-long camp dedicated to teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) core concepts and principles. Camp Invention took place at the Buffalo Middle School from July 8 - 12, where classrooms were turned into studios and laboratories that stimulated the creative imaginations and sharpened the minds of these young inventors.
Buffalo Community Theater Presents “My Fair Lady” This Weekend
The Buffalo Community Theater kicks-off multiple performances of its summer musical tonight (Friday). BCT will be presenting “My Fair Lady” this weekend, and next weekend in Buffalo. The beloved musical centers around the story of professor Henry Higgins, who is so sure of his abilities in phonetics, that...
The Quirky Roadside Bar In Minnesota With A Mouth-Watering Cinnamon Roll As Big As Your Head
Buffalo, Minnesota is a charming town that has no shortage of picturesque landscapes. But amidst the quaint charm and scenic beauty, lies a hidden gem that is sure to catch your eye and, more importantly, your taste buds: Norm’s Wayside. This quirky roadside bar has earned a reputation for...
The Coolest Place To Shop In Minnesota Is This Antique Shop In A Huge Historic Barn
On the hunt for your next antique shopping destination in Minnesota?. There’s one destination in Buffalo that stands out in a delightful and totally unexpected way: Buffalo Nickel Antique Mall. Housed in a sprawling, historic barn, this antique mall offers an immersive shopping experience that feels like stepping back...
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