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Xcel Energy Center Celebrates “Rocktober” With Sweepstakes
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Fans have a chance to rock out to 9 shows at Xcel Energy Center next month. The arena is celebrating "Rocktober" with a sweepstakes where one lucky fan will win a pair of tickets to nine different events in the month of October and $400 worth of gift cards to four Saint Paul restaurants.
Council To Vote On Contractor Bids For New Cold Spring Fire Station
COLD SPRING (WJON News) -- The new Cold Spring Fire Station could take a major step forward on Wednesday. The Cold Spring City Council will vote to approve the bids for contractors for the fire station at Wednesday night's meeting. Donlar Construction is the project manager for the fire station...
Minnesota Fall Turkey Hunting Season Begins This Weekend
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Minnesota's fall turkey hunting season gets underway on Saturday and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hoping to attract new hunters to the sport. The season runs through Sunday, October 27th and hunters may take one bird of either sex during the fall season. Shotguns,...
What Central Minnesotans Need to Know About Prostate Cancer
September is prostate cancer awareness month. Dr. Shawn McGee from CentraCare joined me on WJON to talk about what prostate cancer is and if men can survive it. The prostate is designed as a male only fertility organ. Dr. McGee says as men get older the prostate can take on more of a urinary problem because it wraps around the urethra toward the bladder which can cause issues with urination. He says an enlarged prostate can cause problems for men which can lead to peeing more often or a weaker stream.
Alarming Trends: Heavy Drinking Among Minnesotans Managing Hypertension
A recent study of 3,000 Minnesotans diagnosed with hypertension has found that many of them drink 'dangerously' despite elevated health risks due to their condition. The study by MyBioSource.com found that nearly 30% of Minnesotans have been diagnosed with hypertension, which is below the national average of 35%. Over 7% of those with hypertension admit to heavy drinking, which MyBioSource says translates to over 124,000 Minnesotans 'engaging in the dangerous practice of consuming large quantities of alcohol while managing hypertension.
Golden Arches Coming To Cold Spring In 2025
COLD SPRING (WJON News) -- A vacant lot on Highway 23 in Cold Spring could soon have a new business. McDonald's USA is expected to break ground at 200 3rd Street South, in the old Hardee's location, in the spring of next year. At Wednesday's city council meeting the council...
Family, Investigators Mark 10 Years Since Tom Bearson’s Murder
SARTELL (WJON News) -- This past Friday marked the 10th anniversary of Tom Bearson's murder. The Sartell native was in his freshman year at North Dakota State University. Tom's dad Greg says the family remains confident that one day there will be justice for him and his murder will be solved.
Stop Crushing Aluminum Cans When Recycling; Here’s Why
You need to stop crushing aluminum cans before hauling them in to be recycled according to industry experts. The reason behind this request makes all the more sense once you understand the recycling process. Stomping Cans To Make More Room. Some people develop their core childhood memories around family vacations...
It’s Rocket, Man! Today’s Pet of the Week!
Catch a look at Rocket: today's Pet of the Week from Tri-County Humane Society!. Rocket is a bit of an enigma: he came from another facility and it's unknown how he'll do when in orbit of cats, children, or other dogs. What we do know is that he's a neutered 10-month-old pitty-mix out-of-this-world lovebug who's captured the hearts of the TCHS staff. Stop by Tri-County Humane Society to meet Rocket today!
Outgoing Mayors Express Concern Over Partisan Politics
UNDATED (WJON News) -- The outgoing St. Cloud area mayors are expressing concern over how divisive politics have become over the past 10 years. WJON News recently interviewed the mayors of St. Joseph, Sauk Rapids, Waite Park, and St. Cloud and three of the four talked about the growing partisanship, especially at the state and federal level.
Mill Site Improvement In Sartell Suffers Minor Setback
SARTELL (WJON News) -- The Mill Site improvement project in Sartell suffered a minor setback on Monday. At Monday night's city council meeting the council voted to reject the bid for the utility work at the site. Bids were opened on September 17th and RL Larson Excavating, Inc. of St....
In 100 Days, MN plans to be free of ‘forever chemicals’
NO MORE PFA PRODUCTS TO BE SOLD IN MINNESOTA IN 2025. Minnesota is making a statement. We aren't going to put up with forever chemicals in our products. We are going to do what we can to protect Minnesotans from the damage of PFA's. By 2025, which is now less...
Spotlight: Gnarly Bard Theater Planning Busy October
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The owner of the Gnarly Bard Theater in downtown St. Cloud is excited about his first full season. Bubba Hollenhorst bought the former Black Box Theater about a year ago. Rehearsals are now underway for the production of In The Next Room, a Pulitzer Prize...
A Perfect “Fairytale” Minnesota Road Trip with Fall Colors
Let's plan a trip to check out the Fall colors and more! Here is a great idea if you want to do a road trip around Minnesota. There is a very scenic drive that you can take through Minnesota that takes you to some "fairytale" like places throughout Central to Southeastern Minnesota. It's also a great way to see the Fall colors as they are starting to pop around the state.
“Ghostly Images” on Haunted Road in MN an Hour from St. Cloud
I'm not really one for seeking out scary, creepy or haunted places. I have watched enough horror movies to know that you don't ever do certain things. -Don't investigate the noise that seems super weird and you are alone. -Don't ever have "relations" in the woods or in a cabin...
Expert Says Minnesotans Who Are Overwhelmed Should Try This
You'd think that being highly-organized would lessen your worries. After all, knowing when an event is and where things are means there are less things to worry about...right?. Welp, having a well-organized life isn't just about knowing what to do, and when. *surprised Pikachu face*. Make a To-Don't List For...
An Open Letter To The Schwan’s Of My Childhood [OPINION]
After 75 years serving the folks of Minnesota, the terribly named Yelloh! company formerly named Schwan's announced it will cease operations. The company used the usual buzzwords/excuses for closing including staffing challenges, supply chain issues and competitive pressures. YELLOH! via Facebook:. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the...
This Popular Fall ‘Prank’ Is Actually Illegal Here In Minnesota
As the leaves begin to turn over to their fall hues of yellow, orange, and red another popular fall tradition begins. Political yard signs have continued to 'bloom' as we get closer to the November election. Fall is also a time where we see political yard signs disappear overnight, regardless of political affiliation, and while it seems like a 'harmless prank' it's illegal in Minnesota.
From Boom To Bust: Midwest Chicken Company In Trouble
The chicken industry has had its ups and downs over the past few years. Prices in July of 2022 were at an all-time high but began to plummet three months later. Many chicken producers have shut down operations in recent years, including Cooks Ventures based out of Arkansas in 2023, and Do-Good Foods out of New Jersey in June of this year.
Minnesotans Can Help Generate Better Water Around The World
There are a lot of things that most of us take for granted. We’re so fortunate to live in a country that even with all its struggles is still better than most places around the world. Some the basics of life we take for granted, like water. There are...
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