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The Global Expansion of Crypto ATMs Continue Amid Regulatory and Criminal Challenges
This content was produced in partnership with Bazoom Group. Despite the ongoing risks associated with criminal activities, the global count of cryptocurrency ATMs continues to rise. These machines, which facilitate transactions in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, are increasingly becoming a focal point for criminal misuse, including money laundering and drug trafficking, due to the anonymity they offer. Some of these issues have prompted more cautious crypto holders to only use crypto wallets instead due to the more well-known services they offer.
La Niña Is Coming Soon and Here’s What That Means for Minnesota
Last fall, I put away the lawnmower and brought out the snowblower. It started right up with one pull, which was nice. The noise got my neighbor’s attention, and he came over to show off his new snowmobile, joking that we probably wouldn't see any snow because he bought it.
What To Expect When Taking The Northstar Rail To A Twins Game
After years of tossing around the idea of taking the Northstair Rail from Big Lake to Target Field, my son and I finally did it on Wednesday and it was great!. While there is a shuttle bus available from St. Cloud to Big Lake, we chose to drive to Big Lake Station, which is about 41 minutes away from downtown St. Cloud. The parking lot looked really full when we pulled up about 25 minutes before the train's departure, but there were plenty of spaces for all of the vehicles (and parking was free).
There Is Plenty New To Do & See At Minnesota State Fair
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- The great Minnesota get-together is only a week away and there will be plenty of new things to explore. New items at the state fair include two new rides The Kraken, an 80-foot tall adrenaline-pumping thrill ride with swinging arms, and The Defender, a propeller ride with fast action movement and dazzling lights.
This Legendary Central Minnesota Drive -In Just Turned 60!
It's hard to ignore the effect that small-town Drive-In have on local communities. The affordable food options, the young staffers just getting started in life; and always the dedicated owners who work so hard to provide delicious food, that families make memories from, and refer back to for years and years.
Summertime by George Make Up Date Announced
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The St. Cloud Rotary Club has announced the makeup day for Summertime by George. The final Summertime by George festival will now take place on Tuesday, September 3rd. The opening music act will be Walter's Wheelhouse going on at 5:00 p.m. with the Fabulous Armadillos...
Rox Season Ends With Playoff Loss To La Crosse
The St. Cloud Rox season came to an end Wednesday night with an 8-1 loss to the La Crosse Loggers in the Great Plains championship game at Joe Faber Field. The Rox finish the season with a 43-26 record and with a Great Plains West Division title. The Loggers scored...
EPIC: Retiree Achieves His Bumpy Dream
What's a mustached man to do in retirement to keep the ol' skull cheese properly fluffed? I don't know what half of that sentence means. As featured during this morning's Happy News Over Angry Music segment (7:15ish), a Pennsylvania retiree took a break from telling kids to get off his lawn (j/k) to build a street-legal bumper car.
One of the Most Searched Fair Foods is Right Here in Minnesota
It's State Fair time in most of the Nation, and definitely here in the Midwest. The Iowa State fair is running this week, while the Minnesota State Fair, otherwise known as the Great Minnesota Get-Together, starts a week from today (next Thursday) and runs though Labor Day. Every year we...
Here’s Your Chance to Get “Wicked” in Royalton this Weekend
It seems a bit odd for some folks to hear about Halloween in Mid-August, but truth be known, there are some stores that already have costumes on shelves, I guess you never can get too early of a head start for that great costume. For some people, they spend most...
Food Trucks + Beer + Great Weather = Anoka’s Food Truck Festival
It's the seventh year that Anoka is hosting its food truck festival and this year the weather looks FANTASTIC for anyone heading to enjoy the great eats, and beverages offered this year. In addition to the 50+ food trucks expected to attend, there will also be live music for folks to enjoy. Here's what we know so far about this weekend's festival:
Rising Country Artist Injured In St. Cloud Area Crash
Few people realize that a talented and popular true country gritty singer rising in popularity all across the US, was scheduled to perform at Rollie's Rednecks and Longnecks this past Saturday, August 10th as a part of Rollie's summer concert series. I just realized that I've been listening to his...
Long Lost Taco Bell Items May Be Coming Back to Minnesota…Eventually
Remember making those late night Taco Bell runs back in the 90s, and 80s for some of you. Maybe even in the earlier decades like the 60s and 70s. To be honest, I didn't know Taco Bell existed in those earlier decades, but I was definitely a fan in the 90s.
Minnesota Drivers Need to Know About This Vehicle Recall
There’s no doubt that technology has made products much better, but still not perfect. It’s a regular occurrence that a company must recall something they’ve made due to a malfunction or defect. When the recalls happen, the company must fix the part that’s causing the problem, which...
UPDATE: Every Citizen in These 3 Countries Had Their Data Stolen
These are not the updates I live for. More alleged specifics (???) from that data breach that I wistfully wrote about last week have been released, and it sucks harder than the initial report. 2.9 Billion Full Names, Addresses, and Social Security Numbers Exposed in Latest Breach. I am 100%...
Step Back In Time With Caboose Tours In Waite Park
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- It’s a chance to step back in time this fall in Waite Park. The St. Cloud Area Rail Legacy (STARail) Museum is hosting tours of its caboose. The caboose was originally built in Waite Park in 1943 and has been restored by volunteers over the last decade.
Dangerously Drunk MN Driver Arrested After Being More Than 4x Legal Limit
A Minnesota driver was taken off the road this weekend after deciding to get behind the wheel and drive drunk. The driver was arrested after numerous calls and complaints of a driver being all over the road. At one point during the traffic stop the driver attempted to escape, thankfully they weren't able to, as their blood alcohol content was measured at more than 4 times the limit.
Meteorologist Having Panic Attack On Live TV Saved by Quick-Thinking Coworkers in Viral Video
A meteorologist who was right in the middle of his forecast on live TV went viral this week following his on-air panic attack. Not only that, but his coworkers are also getting praise for how their reaction to the incident. Who Was The Weatherman Who Had A Panic Attack?. Meteorologist...
John Gray Jr., 76, St. Cloud
June 29, 1948 - August 9, 2024. Grave side services with full military honors will be 11:00AM Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls for John Gray Jr. age 76 of St. Cloud who passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones Friday August 9, 2024 at the St. Cloud Hospital.
Judith M. Heinen, 76, Sauk Rapids
April 1, 1948 - August 10, 2024. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Judith Heinen, age 76 who died Saturday, August 10, 2024 at her home in Sauk Rapids. Rev. Thomas Knoblach will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services on Wednesday at the church. Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids has been entrusted with arrangements.
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