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Central MN American Legion Baseball Update
The Eden Valley Post 381 defeated Holdingford Post 211, they out hit them ten to nine. They collected a pair of doubles and they played solid defense. Lane Harffstarted on the mound, he threw four innings to earn the win He gave up five hits, one run and he recorded four strikeouts. Carson Schmalz threw three innings, he gave up four hits and two runs.
The Strangest Disaster Movies Ever Made
Since the beginning of film, there have been disaster movies. Early silent movies were filled with floods, fires, and assorted cinematic calamities. In the 1970s, the remarkable success of Airport kicked off a decade of disasters; earthquakes, towering infernos, additional airports, Poseidon adventures, oh my. After a fallow period, they came roaring back in the ’90s, with aliens blowing up the White House, competing killer asteroid and volcano films, plus loads of twisters — or technically just one Twister. (Twisters wouldn’t arrive in theaters for another 30 years or so.)
Sun Country Vs. Skywest: The “Battle” For The MPLS-Eau Claire Route
Alright. First of all, this is not a time saver. By the time you get through all the security, TSA, taxi, take off, then landing getting off the plane, then either renting a car, getting ride service, or some other form of "pick up". You could drive from Minneapolis to Eau Claire, Wisconsin for about the same amout of time give or take 15 minutes.
Thomas The Train Will Visit Minnesota In August
The most famous train on Earth is making an appearance in Two Harbors, Minnesota in August. Thomas the Train will bring his friend Sir Topham Hatt to Minnesota's only stop on August 2nd through the 4th and 9th through 11th. Tickets to the event start at $22 for ages one...
Several Former St. Cloud Rox Players Selected In MLB Draft
Seven former St. Cloud Rox players were selected in this week's Major League Baseball Draft. Charlie Condon (Georgia) was selected third overall by the Colorado Rockies, making him the highest-drafted player in Northwoods League history. Condon spent the 2022 season with the Rox. He was named to the All Star...
YUCK! If This Shows Up – What is It, and How to Get Rid of It
If you haven't noticed, it has been raining a lot. Like A LOT! I guess Mother Nature is trying to make up for the last two years of a drought. But for real... it's a bit much. And now, this gross stuff has shown up in my landscaping... mulch. What...
Moondance Jam Sets Deadline to Get Refunds For Tickets
If you were looking forward to the national headliners at Moondance Jam this year only to be disappointed with the cancellation of the national bands, the deadline to get a refund is fast approaching. You have until Thursday (July 18th) at 5pm CST to call in. Moondance Jam Ticket Refund...
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...
Rockin’ Randall! Did You Know There Is A ‘New’ Restaurant In Town?
For those that live in the Randall area, there is a 'new' restaurant in town, as the old muni now has new owners and a new name. The new spot where you can pull up a stool and have an ice-cold beverage is Shady's Bar & Grill. Personally, it's great...
Closing Time In Brainerd As Newspaper Printing Facility To Close Down
It was a sad day for community members in the Brainerd area yesterday. The Brainerd Daily Dispatch newspaper announced it was closing its local printing facility and moving its operations to the Detroit Lakes area by the end of September. In a sign of the times post from the newspaper,...
Award in Philanthropy Recipients Announced by CMCF
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The Central Minnesota Community Foundation has announced the recipients of this year's Awards in Philanthropy. Mark Thelen will be receiving the Alex Didier Award in Philanthropy. It recognizes a person or couple who has significantly contributed to the field of philanthropy in the region. Mark Thelen is the founder of Thelen Advertising.
Do Local Political Candidates Need to Engage Better?
It's easy to see around Central Minnesota that this is an election year. And I’m not even talking about the race for the White House. I’m specifically talking about the races for the local offices. For those that are seeking office on the local level, first let me...
Don’t Miss This Free, Fun Family Event in Central Minnesota
Sundays! Outside of possibly going to church and having lunch with your family, what do you look forward to about Sundays?. It's the last day of the weekend, and some people use the afternoon for a chance to take a nap. We’ll need that extra boost of energy during the weekend at some point, right?
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
Hidden Meanings Behind Wind Chimes
For most people a wind chime is decorative for gardens or swaying outside where we can enjoy them on our patios. We often hear them before we see them and there is something peaceful with the random tones they emit even from the lightest breeze. However, that fact that they...
Step Right Up: Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Sherburne County Fair
(ELK RIVER) -- It's fair time in Elk River. The Sherburne County Fair opens Thursday and runs through Sunday (July 18-21) at 18335 Joplin Street Northwest. The fair opens at 8 each morning and closes at midnight Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The fair closes at 5 pm on Sunday, July 21st.
Search Warrants Turn Up Haul of Stolen Property
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Law enforcement agencies in West Central Minnesota released information Tuesday about a number of stolen items that they recovered last month. On June 25th agents with The West Central Minnesota Drug and Violent Crime Task Force gathered information that lead to the execution of two search warrants in Pope County and an additional search warrant in Grant County.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
New ‘Descendants’ Movie Breaks Disney+ Record
Despite a five-year gap between movies, Descendants remains a big draw for Disney. The newest film, Descendants: The Rise of Red, debuted on the Disney+ streaming service over the weekend, and quickly became one of the most-viewed original films in its history. According to Deadline, The Rise of Red had...
Lemon Water Really is a Morning Wonder Drink for These Four Reasons
Is the first time you had lemon water buy the swimming pool or at a spa? It's not something we often have at home but it should be. We know staying hydrated is crucial. We know drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning is beyond beneficial to replenish the fluids we lost while sleeping. But why not increase the refreshing health benefits with lemon.
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