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Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation celebrates 75 years in Minnesota
CENTER CITY, Minn. — The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is celebrating 75 years in Minnesota. During that time they've treated nearly 23,000 people with addiction. In 1949 a group of people wanted to change the stigma surrounding addiction. So, they bought a farm in Center City from a woman named Hazel and named it "Hazel's Den.""And out of this farm grew a social reform movement that changed the conversation about addiction and recovery in America," said Dr. Joseph Lee with the foundation.The founder of McGarvey Coffee was on board from the start — one of the reasons why coffee is a staple at...
Alberto Palmer Admitted to Killing Brittany Clardy, but She Wasn't His Only Victim
Before he killed 18-year-old Brittany Clardy in February 2013, Alberto Palmer had a pattern of abuse. According to the StarTribune, he was "charged with brutally assaulting and raping three women," in Georgia before moving to Minnesota. It was there that he connected with Clardy via her ad on backpage.com. Unfortunately this encounter ended in her death. Where is Alberto Palmer now? Here's what we know.Where is Alberto Palmer now? Palmer is currently serving a life sentence at Minnesota Correctional Facility - Rush City. His time there is complicated because in December 2014, he pleaded guilty to the murder of Brittany...
‘Conde Nast Traveler’ Unveils Minnesota’s Lake Country to the World
As anyone trying to get around on Highway 10 on a Friday afternoon can attest, "up north" is a popular weekend destination for many of us. And for good reason -- it's a beautiful area filled with fun places to eat and drink and shop and relax. And beautiful scenery.
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...
Central Minnesota Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash
PARKER TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A Cushing man died in a one-vehicle crash Wednesday. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office responded to 230th Street west of Bison Road just after 3:00 p.m. The sheriff's office says that's about three miles west of Randall in Parker Township. Sixty-nine-year-old Bryan Wahl was westbound...
Rice Will Be Showing Off Hot Rods Next Weekend
Let's face it, finding quality family time is hard to come by these days. We're all so busy and if we're being honest, so tired most of the time. Many folks are planning what they’re going to be doing each weekend, trying to take advantage of the great weather and enjoy some time with your family.
Bishop, Central Minnesota Residents Join Thousands at 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis
(KNSI) – Dozens of central Minnesota residents made the pilgrimage to Indianapolis for the 10th annual National Eucharistic Congress. The event began in May when over 10,000 people started walking to the city carrying the Eucharist. On the way, the march stopped at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. The congress is the first gathering of its kind in 83 years. Bishop Patrick Neary of the Diocese of St. Cloud called the event historic. “I mean, how many American Catholics have been to one of these national celebrations? And so we are so blessed, but you guys really are the base of Christ. You are his disciples as missionaries. With the joy you have, the example of your family lives, your faith and your commitment.”
St. Cloud City Council to Discuss SCSU Programming Cuts
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- At least one St. Cloud City Council member wants to have a formal discussion on the St. Cloud State University programming and budget cuts. Karen Larson has requested that the item be added to Monday night's agenda. She says even though the university is a separate entity from the city it directly impacts the city's economy overall.
Rox To Wrap Up Homestand With Three Weekend Games
The St. Cloud Rox will wrap up a six-game homestand this weekend before getting some time off for the All Star break. The Rox, winners of five straight games and currently in first place in the Great Plains West Division, will host the Bismarck Larks for a 7:05 first pitch Friday night. The Rox beat the Larks 6-0 Thursday night to open the two-game series.
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.
Rivard finds ‘joy’ as school superintendent
Dr. Michael Rivard expressed optimism, excitement and pride after he began his new job July 1 as superintendent of the Sartell-St. Stephen School District. Rivard, a Sartell resident, was chosen as superintendent in March of 2024 to take over from Tim Lee, who was the interim superintendent for one year. Lee had been hired to replace Jeff Ridlehoover, who resigned to become superintendent of the Rockwood School District.
Women of Today to host two open events
The St. Joseph Women of Today invites any and all women to two upcoming open events to get acquainted with the civic-minded projects that organization does year-round in the immediate area. The first is a group social and craft event starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 at St. Joseph’s...
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...
Rotochopper and National AEM Event Highlights Dedication to Manufacturing
Rotochopper welcomed the AEM Manufacturing Express to their facility in St. Martin, Minnesota on Thursday, July 11th. AEM, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, is an organization that Rotochopper has proudly been a member of for 20 years. This interactive tour began in early July and aims to visit 80 AEM member companies across 20 states in the Midwest, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic regions. AEM’s initiative is to highlight the contributions of the 2.3 million men and women in the equipment manufacturing industry and to emphasize the critical role this sector plays in building, powering, and feeding the world. Rotochopper was honored to be one of the selected stops during the tour’s time in Minnesota.
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