Saint Cloud
LATEST NEWS
Get Ready! Pierz Freedom Fest Announces Its 2025 Headliner
Over the weekend the 11th annual Pierz Freedom Fest took place in Genola, and by all accounts, those in attendance seemed to have a great time. Before the headliner, Chase Rice took the stage at 10pm, the 2025 Pierz Freedom Fest headliner was announced to the excited crowd. Going into...
Could A Mountain Bike Trail Be Coming To Quarry Park?
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- Quarry Park and Nature Preserve could have a mountain bike trail in two years. The Mid-Minnesota Cycling Club is running a capital campaign to raise $200,000 to add a 10-mile trail at the park. The total cost of the trail is $800,000 and the club...
Nearly 320 Employees Laid Off at St. Cloud Distribution Center
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Around 320 employees will be jobless by the end of the year after officials at Fulfillment Distribution Center, Inc. (FDC) in St. Cloud announced the permanent closure of its facilities. WJON News first told you about the possibility of the plant closure in April. FDC...
St. Cloud Man’s Murder Trial Begins in Benton County
FOLEY (WJON News) -- A three-week murder trial involving a St. Cloud man gets underway in Benton County this week. Thirty-eight-year-old Michael Carpenter is charged with 1st-degree premeditated murder and one count of 2nd-degree murder with intent after a shooting incident that killed a woman outside an east St. Cloud business.
Monday Deadline to Sign Up for Minnesota Senior Games
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Monday is the last day to sign up for the Minnesota Senior Games in St. Cloud. Registration will close at the end of the day. Hundreds of athletes aged 50 and above from across the state and beyond will compete in over 15 events. The...
18th Annual School Of Rock Taking Place in St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Kids who love to play music will be rocking out for the next few weeks. The 18th annual School Of Rock starts Tuesday and runs through August 1st. Sixty students who have just completed 6th through 12th grade will be forming 10 bands with each band learning two songs. They'll perform their songs on August 1st on stage at the Paramount Center for the Arts.
Downtown St. Cloud BID Proposal Takes Step Forward
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- After a lengthy public hearing, the plan to create a Business Improvement District for downtown St. Cloud has received initial approval from the St. Cloud City Council. Monday's meeting was the first of two required public hearings to create the BID. The second public hearing...
This Small-Town Cafe In Minnesota Has Been A Local Legend For More Than 50 Years
Small-town charm, home-cooked meals, and the kind of warmth that only comes from a place steeped in history?. These are the hallmarks of Charlie’s Cafe in Freeport, Minnesota. For over half a century, this little gem has been the heartbeat of the community, serving up hearty breakfasts and lunches...
SR-R Community Survey on Two Potential Projects
SAUK RAPIDS (WJON News) -- Residents in the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District are encouraged to fill out a community feedback survey. Superintendent Brad Bergstrom says the survey was recently mailed out to every single address in the district. The survey includes information on two possible projects and the potential tax impact they could have on property owners.
Statewide Missing Person Alert For 17-Year-Old Minnesota Girl
Sartell, MN (KROC-AM News) - A statewide alert has been issued for a missing Minnesota teenager. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says 17-year-old Kaydence Johnson has been missing for 30 days and is now considered and endangered missing person. The alert says she and another teenage girl ran away from a residence in the City of Sartell on June 22.
Why You Need to Call Four Seasons Contracting After Big Storms Hit
Hail up to 4 inches in diameter was reported in the Monticello and Big Lake area on July 13 — that's about the size of a softball. And as you're probably aware, it wasn't the first storm we've had this summer that produced hail and damaging winds. Have storms...
Is It Safe To Drink From The Garden Hose On A Hot Minnesota Summer Day?
Like probably every other kid on Earth, when I got thirsty playing outside on a hot summer day I would simply grab the green garden hose from the rock bed, turn on the tap and enjoy some delicious ice cold hose water. St. Cloud Rox General Manager Rachel Thiesse joined...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.