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Growing Leadership in the Workforce in Central MN
People are either born leaders or learn to be leaders. Gail Cruikshank, Talent Director from the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation joined me on WJON for our monthly "Get a Job" segment. She identified how young people can become leaders. Cruikshank says 65% of youth involved with Big Brothers and Big Sisters agreed their Big helped them reach a higher level of education than they thought possible. 52% reported their Big kept them from dropping out of school. 51.9% of high school students attending EPIC reported learning from someone in the field that was most effective for their career exploration. These numbers indicate some sort of mentorship can be beneficial for young people.
Donna Rajkowski, 101, St. Cloud
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 23, 2024, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Donna Rajkowski, age 101, of St. Cloud. Donna passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at St. Benedict’s Senior Community in St. Cloud. Reverend Timothy Baltes will officiate. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery.
This Halloween Store is Ready to Open in St. Cloud
We are in the middle of August, in case you haven't checked a calendar. It's the time of back to school for both college and grade school/high school. Lots of people milling around big box stores picking up items that their kids need for the school year. What I have...
Foley Man Hurt in Benton County Crash
FOLEY (WJON News) -- A Foley man was hurt in an early morning crash. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened at about 5:00 a.m. Monday at the intersection of County Road 6 and Highway 95 in Glendorado Township. A pickup driven by 66-year-old Terrance Dusharm of Foley was...
A Ramsey Family Farm Known For Fall Fun Has Moved Closer To St. Cloud!
For fans of fall fun, you might note that one area family fall fun farm has moved! The Pearson Family Farm that used to be in Ramsey has now moved closer to St. Cloud, as they are setting up near Clear Lake. The farm made the emotional announcement on social media that the move was complete over the weekend.
Gophers reinforce running back corps with transfers
P.J. Fleck added several players through the transfer portal this offseason, including three running backs who give Minnesota a cushion they lacked in previous seasons. Located in Litchfield, MN we deliver the latest in local News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries & More! Tune in to AM 1410 or FM 95.9 for morning updates on the go, listen to our afternoon programs to keep you informed all day long, or join us weekends for our prayer service broadcasts.
Updated 53-man roster projection after the Vikings’ preseason win in Cleveland
The official deadline for all teams to pick 53-man rosters is 3 p.m. on Aug. 27. Located in Litchfield, MN we deliver the latest in local News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries & More! Tune in to AM 1410 or FM 95.9 for morning updates on the go, listen to our afternoon programs to keep you informed all day long, or join us weekends for our prayer service broadcasts.
New St. Joseph Food Hall Announces Restaurant Concepts
ST. JOSEPH (WJON News) -- Ground was broken Monday on a new food hall concept in downtown St. Joseph. The House Food and Tap will be at the corner of 2nd Avenue Northwest and Minnesota Street. During the event, owners Craig and BriAnne Hern announced the three restaurant concepts and...
St. Cloud Area Teams Fare Well at State Amateur Baseball Tourney
The St. Cloud area is well represented at the Class C and B State tournaments. In Class C the Cold Spring Rockies, Buckman Billygoats, Farming Flames, St. Joseph Joes and Kimball Express were all winners this past weekend. Games are being played in Belle Plaine, Green Isle, Jordan and Shakopee. Results below.
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