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Second COP House Planned for St. Cloud’s Southeast Side
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The plan to create St. Cloud's second Community Outpost is moving forward. On Monday night the city council is expected to approve a renovation agreement for the city-owned building at 10-10 Park in southeast St. Cloud. The city has received a $475,000 grant from the United States Department of Justice.
St. Cloud Man Accused of Pointing Loaded Handgun at Kids
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A St. Cloud man faces two felony charges of 2nd-degree assault with a dangerous weapon after an incident involving a handgun. According to the charges filed in Stearns County District Court, 41-year-old Corey Self is accused of pointing a loaded handgun at two kids. St....
Summertime By George Concert Headlined By Janelle Kendall’s Perfect Storm
(KNSI) – Wednesday’s Summertime by George concert is sure to be a lively party that measures up to this year’s theme of “A Toast to Summer.”. Green Light Night takes the stage at 5:30 p.m. The five-piece band is ready to bring a slate of country, punk, and rock music to Eastman Park.
July 19 St. Joseph police blotter
If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 or Tri-County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-255-1301 or access its tip site at tricountycrimestoppers.org. Crime Stoppers offers rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a crime.
Wright County Man Re-Appointed to State Ag Chemical Response Compensation Board
A local man has been re-appointed by the Walz Administration to a state board regarding agricultural chemicals. Jeff Wheeler of Montrose was recently reappointed for a 4-year term on the Minnesota Agricultural Chemical Response Compensation Board. The governor’s office says Wheeler will serve on the board as a representative of chemical retailers.
Suspects in attack on Olivia man in court Tuesday
(Willmar MN-) The three suspects in the June 28th attack on an Olivia man have court appearances this morning in Meeker County District Court. 20-year-old Aryianna Pillatzki of Pennock, 48-year-old David Pillatzki and 26-year-old Tre Ertl, both of Litchfield, are accused of robbing and beating Galen Serbus south of Litchfield after allegedly telling him they had a camper to sell. Court records say after taking the victim's backpack containing $23,000 in cash, they hit him with a car then beat and stabbed him. Charges against the suspects include attempted homicide, robbery and assault. Unconditional bail for Ertl is 4 million dollars, 2 million for David and Aryianna Pillatzki. The three have a Rule 8/Initial apperance scheduled for 10 a.m..
Man dies of injuries suffered when struck by stolen pickup
SHERBURNE COUNTY, Minn. — Charges are likely to be upgraded against a Montrose man already facing serious consequences for allegedly causing a serious multi-vehicle crash while driving high in a stolen vehicle. Prosecutors in Sherburne County have already filed seven felony counts against 21-year-old Bradley Johnson in the incident,...
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.
St. Cloud Man Sentenced for 2022 Murder
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A man who pleaded guilty for his role in a 2022 St. Cloud murder has been sentenced. A Stearns County judge Monday afternoon sentenced 55-year-old Paul Coleman to 16 years in prison for the shooting death of 39-year-old Michael Batsche. Coleman pleaded guilty to aiding...
111th Benton County Fair starts July 30 in Sauk Rapids
The Benton County Fair kicks off another six days of fun on July 30. The 111th edition runs through Aug. 4 and contains its usual array of diverse, fun offerings for families - all at no charge. While evening events like the demolition derby, rodeo and monster truck have nominal...
Authorities ask for help to find missing girl
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office and St. Cloud Police Department are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing girl. Deputies say 16-year-old Griseida Maricelda Roldan Gomez was last seen in the city of St. Cloud on May 25, 2024. Gomez is...
Kris Valentine And Chelsea Lee Reunite For Afternoons In MN.
Leighton Media “Wild Country 99” KZPK St. Cloud, MN, PD Kris Valentine adds afternoon duties and invites morning co-host Chelsea Lee to reunite with him in the daypart. The duo previously teamed at Hubbard Broadcasting KIKV Alexandria, MN (100.7). The shakeup leaves Kelly Jordan solo in mornings. “The Kelly Jordan Show” and “Kris & Chelsea” also air on sister KYCK Grand Forks, ND (97.1).
Paul Coleman Sentenced to 16 Years for Role in St. Cloud Murder
(KNSI) – A second suspect learns his fate for his role in the murder of a man in St. Cloud. Paul Coleman was sentenced to 16 years and given credit for 782 days in jail on Monday. He pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder in February. On...
Heroes Unite fundraiser Aug. 3 Cure sought for Maple Lake preschooler with rare disease
At five years old Hoyt Lambert is a happy preschooler with a typical love/hate relationship with his little sister Millie and an abounding adoration for his new baby brother, Emmett. But life isn’t typical for Hoyt or his family. Ongoing neurology and ophthalmology appointments, rehabilitation, and yearly procedures take...
Richard Bloom
Richard "Dick" Bloom, 87, of St. Cloud, formerly of Willmar, died Saturday, July 13, 2024, at his home in St. Cloud. His Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 26, at the Church of St. Mary in Willmar and will be streamed at https://www.ourlivingwater.org/dickbloom.html. Interment with military honors will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Willmar Public Schools Foundation to be used for school supplies. Arrangements are with Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar, www.hafh.org.
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