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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...
Local man defends his title Wright County Fair is July 24-28th in Howard Lake
Although only moving at 6 mph, if that, the amount of weight behind two 8-ton combines when they collide lifts the back wheels off the ground and tips the cabs dangerously close together. “It’s scary. The first hit, when the two cabs come up they almost hit each other, it’s...
MnDOT crews prepare for Interstate 94 Gap project
ST. CLOUD — The Minnesota Department of Transportation is excited to announce the start of the three-year expansion of Interstate 94 between Albertville and Monticello, known as the I-94 Gap project, on Monday, July 22. This year, crews will prepare the work zone, which includes temporary lane widening and median crossovers. Motorists will encounter periodic lane closures on both directions of I-94 through fall 2024. The lane closures will occur at off-peak hours, mainly overnights. ...
Mayoral candidate James Trantina III talks about goals, St. Joseph residency allegations
ST. CLOUD — With the Aug. 13 primary election nearing, the St. Cloud Times spoke with mayoral candidate James Trantina III about his policy agenda and allegations that he resides at a St. Joseph address. Trantina, who is the CEO of Collins Brothers Towing of St. Cloud, said as mayor he would focus on public safety, affordable housing, city infrastructure and economic development. He said bringing these elements together could make a better St. Cloud. ...
Plans move forward for roundabouts on School Boulevard
MONTICELLO — Plans to construct two roundabouts along School Boulevard — at the heavily trafficked intersections with Cedar Street and Edmonson Avenue — may finally be a step closer toward reality. After successfully securing about $1.5 million in federal grant funds last year for the construction of the two single-lane roundabouts, the city has been trying to obtain the necessary easements from property owners in the area for the acquisition of this right-of-way. ...
Second COP House Planned for St. Cloud’s Southeast Side
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The plan to create St. Cloud's second Community Outpost is moving forward. On Monday night the city council is expected to approve a renovation agreement for the city-owned building at 10-10 Park in southeast St. Cloud. The city has received a $475,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice.
111th Benton County Fair starts July 30 in Sauk Rapids
The Benton County Fair kicks off another six days of fun on July 30. The 111th edition runs through Aug. 4 and contains its usual array of diverse, fun offerings for families - all at no charge. While evening events like the demolition derby, rodeo and monster truck have nominal...
St. Cloud Council to Discuss Resolution on County Jail, Courts
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The St. Cloud City Council will discuss the future on the Stearns County Justice Center during its meeting on Monday night. Council member George Hontos has asked for a discussion on a resolution stating the city council's support for keeping the jail and court services downtown.
St. Cloud's 6 mayoral candidates go head-to-head on Aug. 13
ST. CLOUD — The primary election is less than a month away, and six St. Cloud mayoral candidates are trying to break out of the pack to become one of two finalists in the Nov. 5 general election. St. Cloud’s primary election will be held on Aug. 13. The two mayoral candidates with the highest number of votes will progress to the Nov. 5 general election. ...
Get To “Know Your Neighbor” At St. Cloud’s Centennial Park
(KNSI) – It’s once again time for St. Cloud residents to get to know their neighbors. The third event of the 2024 KNSI series is Thursday at Centennial Park on the city’s north side. Know Your Neighbor is a simple concept built on the idea that if you meet and make friends with the people who live closest to you, you’ll be more likely to look out for them, and the area will become a safer and more prosperous place.
Wright County Man Re-Appointed to State Ag Chemical Response Compensation Board
A local man has been re-appointed by the Walz Administration to a state board regarding agricultural chemicals. Jeff Wheeler of Montrose was recently reappointed for a 4-year term on the Minnesota Agricultural Chemical Response Compensation Board. The governor’s office says Wheeler will serve on the board as a representative of chemical retailers.
Times Past: Look back at this week in city history
30 YEARS AGO: JULY 14, 1994 • Wayne James Pauly of Monticello was charged with the abduction and false imprisonment of a 12-year-old girl on July 2. Pauly was also charged the same day in connection with a 1992 abduction and rape of a girl. • Joy DesMarais was crowned 1994 Miss Monticello. • The...
RIVERFEST 2024: Mayor triumphs in pie-eating contest
MONTICELLO — As if there’s not enough hoopla already going on at Family Fun Night, the official Riverfest kickoff is also when the annual pie-eating contest pits community members against one another in the messiest showdown of the year. Former two-time champion Mayor Lloyd Hilgart triumphantly reclaimed his trophy Friday night, handily beating out the other nine brave souls who volunteered to publicly humiliate themselves by face-planting into whipped-cream laden pudding pies. ...
Construction Update On St. Cloud VA Campus
The St. Cloud V.A. is undergoing a significant information technology update and this includes construction on buildings on campus. St. Cloud V.A. Public Affairs Officer Barry Venable indicates several roads on campus are being rebuilt as well, which has caused some disruption. He says all services continue to be available.
Clear Valley Business Connections (CVBC) hosts quarterly meeting
St. Cloud/Clearwater RV Park owners Eldon and Mary Peterson graciously hosted the quarterly meeting of the Clear Valley Business Connection Thursday, July 11. It was a warm summer day, but beautiful mature trees on the property provided welcome shade during the meeting. A recap was given of the annual CVBC...
Faces of Business: Inherited Stories
How long have you lived in Wright County? One year. Please share some information about your family. It’s me, my wife, my daughter, and five pets (three dogs and two cats). My wife and I first met in kindergarten and married some 30 years later. Why did you decide...
Application process opens for 4 vacancies in 10th Judicial District
One of the seats will be chambered in Elk River The Commission on Judicial Selection has announced four vacancies in Minnesota’s 10th Judicial District. Three seats will be chambered in Anoka in Anoka County, and one will be chambered in Elk River in Sherburne County. The vacancies will occur upon the retirement of the Honorable...
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