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Pro Tips For Visiting The Minnesota State Fair For The First Time
Visiting the Minnesota State Fair can be a really fun experience, though there are plenty of things that can add frustration or disappointment to your visit. To help first-timers or those looking to up their game for their next visit to the Great Minnesota Get-Together, we asked listeners for their best tips for visiting the fair.
St. Joseph Exploring the Idea of a Social District
Anoka, Minnesota has a social district and St. Joseph Mayor Rick Schultz says they are looking at that as a potential option for their community. A "Social District" is a specific area which allows people to purchase and drink beer, wine, or a cocktail from a licensed business and walk through a defined area of the city including public spaces such as a sidewalk or street to allow for participation in a district event/activity.
20 Fascinating Photos Showing How Gigantic Zoo Animals Are Weighed
Ever wonder how a zoo knows the exact weight of its elephants or how tall to post a giraffe's feeder?. A zoo in Europe is providing a behind-the-scenes look at how its staff keeps track of the height and weight of its animal residents. Needless to say, they have to...
St. Cloud VA to Host Overdose Awareness Event
The St. Cloud V.A. is offering an overdose awareness event Wednesday August 28. I was joined on WJON by Dr. Justin Hendricks, Dr. Tracanne Legatt, Music Therapist Madge Scherer and Public Affairs Officer Barry Venable. International overdose awareness day is August 31 but because the V.A. isn't open on Saturdays the event has been planned for Wednesday August 28. The event will include education about overdose awareness, reduction strategies, fentanyl test kits, and Katie Newman will be on hand to provide naloxone prescriptions for those veterans who are interested. Dr. Legatt says this will be at no cost for veterans.
We Now Know How to Tell a Pronto Pup From a Corn Dog at MN State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair kicks off its 2024 run Thursday at the fairgrounds in Falcon Heights. And with it comes your chance to get a State Fair classic: the Pronto Pup. But how is it different from that OTHER State Fair classic: a corn dog?. It's a question that's been...
The Weekender Is Serving Up Some Sweet Fun
The Weekender is here serving up some tasty weekend treats. There's a street dance, the art fest season kicks off, and kids can dig up some fossils. Saturday is National Peach Pie Day, and National Waffle Day, and Sunday is National Banana Split Day too so treat yourself to something sweet and sticky with lots of syrup courtesy of The Weekender. If you would like your event included in The Weekender email us here.
Family Drama Explodes After Woman Wants A ‘Break’ From Hosting Thanksgiving This Year
Nobody really knows how it happens here in America, but it just does for all families that celebrate it. The fact that someone in a family usually is the forever host of all Thanksgiving dinners for the whole family. Usually, you go back to your parents house, with your own...
Minnesota Murder Victim Found Near River Identified as Teen Girl, Suspect Captured
Moorhead, MN (KROC-AM News)- Authorities say the victim of a recent murder in Minnesota is a teenage girl. Law enforcement found her body near the Red River in Moorhead around 12:30 Tuesday morning. Her corpse was located after officers responded to the report of a missing person. The Moorhead Police...
Live Local Music Taking Over Downtown St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- You will find a plethora of live music in downtown St. Cloud over the next several days. The 7th annual Common Roots Festival kicks off Wednesday with a live band at Beaver Island Brewing Company. There's also live music on Thursday night at Olde Brick House. Then, over 100 musicians on 10 stages will take over several bars and restaurants both Friday and Saturday.
Two Arrested After Morrison County Traffic Stop
LITTLE FALLS (WJON News) -- A Morrison County traffic stop led to the seizure of more than five ounces of methamphetamine Tuesday. A sheriff's deputy made a traffic stop on Highway 10 near Cushing at around 2:10 a.m. The officer became suspicious of drug activity and deployed his police dog.
Who Set The Record For The Largest Crowd Ever At The Minnesota State Fair?
The Minnesota State Fair is set to start its 2024 run with another line-up of great acts in the grandstand, but do you know which artist drew the biggest crowd of all time?. While we're all familiar with the amazing food and beverages, entertainment is a big part of the Minnesota State Fair too. According to its official website, the State Fair started offering entertainment in the grandstand way back in 1962. Dennis Day, Jane Russell, and Jimmy Dean were the headliners on the main stage back then.
Few People Can Finish The Biggest Steak In Minnesota – The Bludgeon!
I love a good steak. Growing up in Minnesota, everytime I'd go to my Grandma and Grandpa's for a visit, my Grandpa would buy the biggest porterhouse they had in the meat case fore me. So I got started pretty young putting away the beef. Still, I don't think I...
Carrie Underwood Will Return to ‘Sunday Night Football’ in 2024
For the 12th straight year, Carrie Underwood will sing the opening theme song for Sunday Night Football on NBC. The country veteran has performed "Waiting All Day for Sunday Night" each year since 2013 when she received the torch from fellow country artist Faith Hill. "It’s a road show like...
Former Governor Jesse Ventura Boycotting Minnesota State Fair, Asks Others To Join Him
Anyone who knows anything about former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura knows he's not afraid to speak his mind. His most recent statements grabbing headlines are about the Minnesota State Fair. In the lead-up to the 2024 Great Minnesota Get-Together, "The Body" commented that he will be boycotting the State Fair and is encouraging others to join him.
14 Country Stars Who’ve Quit Touring + 3 That Tried But Couldn’t Stay Away!
A few of the singers on this list of country stars who've quit touring made a big announcement or launched a farewell tour. A few others just slipped away quietly, with little fanfare or applause. Dolly Parton falls into the latter category. Nobody knew the 2016 Pure and Simple Tour...
Minnesota Farmers Union Board Opposes Project 2025 Proposals
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Members of the Minnesota Farmers Union full board have voted to oppose the Project 2025 proposal. The board says Project 2025 calls for several changes to federal agricultural policy, including Repealing Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage and cutting support for crop insurance. Repealing...
Most Instagram-Worthy Barbie Dreamhouse For Sale Now in Wisconsin
If you’ve been dreaming of living in a Barbie Dreamhouse since childhood, this stunning pink palace is your chance to turn that dream into reality! Now on the market, a real-life Barbie Mansion offering plenty of space for friends, fun, and endless possibilities. The vibrant pink hues, playful designs,...
Animal Allies Facing Emergency – Breaking Protocol To Get Dogs In Homes Fast
Animal Allies shared just two weeks ago that they were at max capacity. They had all of their kennels full and were looking for help. Fortunately some people stepped up for adoptions and found dogs loving homes. However, another emergency has just happened and they are seeking immediate help. 19...
Rochester Man Accused of Wielding Machete During Dispute
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- A Rochester man is facing a felony charge after being accused of wielding a machete during a dispute on Monday. The criminal complaint, filed in Olmsted County Court on Tuesday, says Rochester Police officers responded to the report of an agitated man with a machete at a residence in northwest Rochester shortly before 4:15 p.m.
‘1000-Lb. Sisters’ Tammy Slaton Shows Off Shocking 500-Pound Weight Loss
Whether you're a fan of the popular TV show 1000-Lb. Sisters or not, hearing that someone has lost a quarter of ton of extra weight that they have been carrying around is for sure shocking. 1000-Lb sisters' Tammy Slaton shows off shocking 500-pound weight loss. 1000-Lb. Sisters has been on-air...
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