Jim Maurice
Stroke Survivor Runs for a Cause, Making a Difference [AUDIO]
ST. CLOUD – Not many of us could ever think of having a stroke as being a blessing, but today we have a story of a young from St. Cloud who has used this adversity to make a big difference.
Top 5 Ways to Celebrate Winter in the St. Cloud Area
This winter by all accounts has been a mild one, but from time to time I still hear comments from people grumbling about the cold, or the snow, or both. Come on people we’re Minnesotans, we’re suppose to wear our pride of our long cold winters on our sleeves like a badge of honor. Our ability to survive the cold climate is what sets up apart from the whimps who live down south. So come on folks, join me in getting up off the couch, put on your parka, and participate in our Minnesota winter. Here’s a few suggestions:
‘Ice Fishing Extravaganza’ Postponed
BRAINERD – One of the state’s largest ice fishing tournaments has been postponed.
The Brainerd Jaycees have announced that the “Ice Fishing Extravaganza” on Gull Lake scheduled for next Saturday, January 21st has been postponed until February 11th...
The annual St. Cloud Holiday Parade [PHOTOS]
The Mid Country Bank “Dickens of a Holiday Parade” was in downtown St. Cloud on Saturday night.
Tears, Hugs as Soldiers Return Home from Iraq [AUDIO]
70 Minnesota National Guard soldiers returned home to St. Cloud today to tears, hugs and celebrations just in time for Thanksgiving.
Holiday Entertainment: Plenty of Options in St. Cloud
It’s the holiday season and that means there are a lot of great opportunities to get out and see a Christmas show, concert or dance performance in the St. Cloud area. If you’re looking for something to get you in the holiday mood here are a few suggestions for you.
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Turn Your Clocks Back this Weekend
UNDATED – Turn Your Clocks Back this Weekend
Daylight Saving Time ends early Sunday morning, that means before you go to bed on Saturday night turn your clocks back one hour.
The November 6th date to move your clocks back is the second-longest wait since the energy saving switcheroo debuted in 1918...
Swim With an Olympian [AUDIO]
ST. CLOUD – Gold medalist Peter Vanderkaay is hosting a swim clinic next Thursday at the St. Cloud YMCA.
He won gold medals at the 2004 and 2008 games: He was a member of the 2004 Olympic Gold Medal 800m freestyle relay team: member of the 2008 Olympic World Record breaking and Gold medal 800m freestyle relay team; 2008 Olympic Bronze medalist in the 200m freestyle...
Drink a Beer, Help the Food Shelf
Help stock area food shelves this holiday season, one pint of beer at a time.
Country Crooner Ricky Skaggs to Perform at St. Ben’s [VIDEO]
Country music artist Ricky Skaggs is coming to the College of St. Benedict. Get ticket details and watch some of Skagg's work, after the jump.
Kim Kardashian’s Wedding Special May Include St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD – St. Cloud is expected to make a cameo appearance on the special program on the E! Entertainment network.
This Sunday and Monday they’re airing a two-part program titled “Kim’s Fairytale Wedding“, highlighting Kim Kardashian’s engagement and marriage to Minnesota native Kris Humphries...
Alleged Drug Buyer Dials Wrong Number, Calls St. Cloud Police Officer
ST. CLOUD – Two men are in jail after calling a police officer to buy pot. St. Cloud police say the would-be drug buyer dialed the wrong number, and instead of reaching his dealer, called a uniformed police officer while he was sitting in his squad car...