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Letter to the Editor: Somali people in St. Cloud deserve transparency
Since my previous letter responding to the article, "St. Cloud's Somali population looks to diversify city council," I have received significant feedback from both the Somali and broader communities. John Smith from Promise Neighborhood commented, "Thanks for saying publicly what others only whisper. These bully tactics do a huge disservice to the community."
Train derails in Sherburne County
BIG LAKE, Minn. — Roads are closed in Big Lake on Saturday after a train derailed near 197th Avenue and County Road 14. According to the Sherburne County Sheriff's Office, a BNSF train carrying consumer goods derailed around 3:15 a.m., impacting 15 rail cars. Police said no injuries were...
Waite Park City Council Passes Drone Ordinance
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- Operating drones in the City of Waite Park now has some guidelines. The Waite Park City Council unanimously passed the city's drone ordinance at its last meeting. The ordinance outlines regulations for flying drones by the city, police, and the public. The public rules include...
SR-R Community Survey on Two Potential Projects
SAUK RAPIDS (WJON News) -- Residents in the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District are encouraged to fill out a community feedback survey. Superintendent Brad Bergstrom says the survey was recently mailed out to every single address in the district. The survey includes information on two possible projects and the potential tax impact they could have on property owners.
Monday Deadline to Sign Up for Minnesota Senior Games
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Monday is the last day to sign up for the Minnesota Senior Games in St. Cloud. Registration will close at the end of the day. Hundreds of athletes aged 50 and above from across the state and beyond will compete in over 15 events. The...
Sartell’s Mill District Gets Special Visitor
SARTELL (WJON News) -- The Sartell Mill District achieved another milestone on Friday. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Commissioner Matt Varilek visited the site. Varitek, Mayor Ryan Fitzhum, Representative Tim O'Driscoll, and other dignitaries toured the site and discussed future redevelopment plans. The Mill District received...
Central Minnesota Veterans to Receive Benefits Assistance at PACT Act Claims Clinic in St. Cloud
If you've served your country through thick and thin, here's something relevant to your interests. Veterans from Central Minnesota, along with the survivors of those who served during the Vietnam War, Gulf War, and post-9/11 conflicts, can get essential information on their healthcare and compensation benefits this August 17, as reported by Wright County Minnesota. Specifically, for those who've been exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances during their service, a PACT Act claims clinic is opening its doors to provide the answers you need.
Minnesota regulators greenlight final site permit for Xcel’s massive solar project
Xcel Energy’s plan to help replace an enormous retiring coal plant with one of America’s largest solar farms got closer to becoming a reality when the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on July 18 voted ... Read More » The post Minnesota regulators greenlight final site permit for Xcel’s massive solar project appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Kleis helps residents meet St. Cloud's 16 City Council candidates
ST. CLOUD — St. Cloud residents have a lot of research to do before the Aug. 13 primary election with 16 city council and 6 mayoral candidates vying for their vote. “This is by far one of the highest candidate turnouts I've seen since being in office," St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis said in early June. "It's encouraging to see that many people want to serve. There's a lot of great candidates too. I think it's a great opportunity to see new leadership."
Brandon Thompson, Ciresi Conlin LLP
In a few months, the case of Thapar v. St. Cloud Orthopedics will be re-tried in U.S. District Court. The medical practice verdict in the case, for $111 million, was handed down in May of 2022. Brandon Thompson and his client rejected Magistrate Judge Tony Leung’s offer of a remittitur of $10 million and opted instead for a new trial.
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