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The Job Seeker Market in the St. Cloud Area Could Be Changing
It is still more of a job seeker market in St. Cloud but that trend is starting to change for the first time since the pandemic. Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation Talent Director Gail Cruikshank joined me on WJON. She says they have 5,500 jobs available within the 3 county area, as of last week. Cruikshank says they peaked at 8,000 jobs available in 2020 during the pandemic.
Minneapolis Reels from Storm Aftermath as Crews Tackle Downed Trees and Power Outages, Urge Use of 311 in Cleanup Efforts
In the aftermath of the intense thunderstorm that besieged our city on the night of July 13th, Minneapolis residents are navigating streets strewn with the casualties of nature's latest outburst. The windswept chaos left in its wake, a plethora of downed trees and branches, has resulted in considerable street blockages and extensive power outages. "I'm saddened to see the loss of beautiful, long-standing neighborhood trees but am thankful that we haven't received any reports of injuries thus far," was reflected in a community bulletin from the city last night.
Kyle DeBarge Drafted 33rd Overall by Minnesota Twins, Becomes Highest Draft Pick in UL History
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns shortstop Kyle DeBarge became the highest draft pick in school history as the Minnesota Twins selected him 33rd over last night in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft. A native of Kinder, Louisiana, DeBarge was a 2024 consensus All-American. For his career, he posted a .339 batting...
Red Wing man admits to killing his two-month old son
RED WING, Minn. – A man accused of murdering his infant son is pleading guilty. Hunter Matthew McCutchen, 28 of Red Wing, was charged with 15 crimes including murder, manslaughter, assault, malicious punishment of a child, child torture, and endangerment of a child for the death of his two month old son in May 2023.
Jules Edwards advocated for her autistic kids — then learned she’s autistic, too
She became committed to making the world a better place for generations to come. In celebration of Disability Pride Month, throughout July MPR News is featuring stories about Minnesotans with disabilities who are making an impact. See more at mprnews.org/changemakers. Jules Edwards is a Twin Cities-based Anishinaabe autistic author and...
URGENT! 3,400+ Kids in SE Minnesota Need Help With School Supplies This Year
Not trying to wreck your summer right now but just a heads up, school starts again in about a month (plus or minus a week or two depending on where you live in Minnesota). Target, Walmart, and all of the stores are getting ready to show you ALL of the fancy and new pencil pouches, backpacks, and items that are needed for your kid this year in school.
This Is Now The Most Expensive Home For Sale In Minnesota
Zillow's most recent data says there are 15,950 homes currently for sale in Minnesota and the average Minnesota home value is $340,688. The most expensive home in the state costs nearly 40 times more than that. This Minnesota mansion is perfect, but it is probably out of reach for most...
Minnesota Reels from Weekend Storms
(KNSI) – Power is still out in some areas, and cleanup continues after severe weather raked Minnesota over the weekend. Widespread reports of wind damage and large hail occurred with the rounds of thunderstorms from July 13th and 14th. Some of the largest hail came out of a strong supercell dropping hail stones around Big Lake and Monticello the size of softballs. Elsewhere, hail between the size of golf balls to hen’s eggs. Numerous downed branches and trees were also reported stretching from Alexandria through central Minnesota to the Twin Cities. The highest wind gust recorded at the St. Cloud Airport was 49 miles an hour. Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport saw a 62 mile an hour wind gust. Alexandria and Sauk Centre saw wind gusts in the 50s. One tornado was also confirmed in Rice County. Damage there was mostly to crops. St. Cloud officially recorded 2.2″ of rain on Saturday.
A Kernel-Popping Celebration Returns to Valleyfair
(KNSI) – Corn Fest is returning to Valleyfair in Shakopee. The celebration honors one of Minnesota’s favorite crops. The food festival offers a bushel of sweet and savory takes on corn, live music, and a barrel of corn-forward activities. There are daily corn-eating contests, too. Officials say Corn...
Art Fair in the Gardens Scheduled for Thursday
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Artwork will be featured in the gardens this Thursday. The annual Art Fair in the Gardens at Munsinger and Clemens Gardens runs from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Over 60 artists will have their work on display. Music performers include Paul Imholte from 11:00 a.m....
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