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New St. Cloud Event Combines Art Class and Cocktails

Tim Lyon — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:18:06 +0000

You can channel your inner Picasso and have some cocktails and laughs with friends with a new event in St. Cloud.

98 Country At The Central MN Farm Show

Doug Groff — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:33:20 +0000

We're at the Central Minnesota Farm Show through Thursday this week broadcasting live from 9-1 each day at the River's Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud. The Value Connection will be there from 1-4 pm with some great specials. Stop out and register for Lee Brice tickets to be given away. He'll be at

St. Cloud Music Expo Returns for Annual Sale [AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 05:03:15 +0000

Vinyl record and music memorabilia collectors, take a note - the annual St. Cloud Music Expo is coming up on Sunday.

Vintage Airplanes Take Over Brainerd Airport [VIDEO, AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:00:15 +0000

Central Minnesota airplane enthusiasts were treated to a rare sight at the Brainerd Regional Airport beginning yesterday. The American Barnstormers Tour is currently traveling through the midwest, bringing with it 15 vintage and replica airplanes from the 1920s through the 1940s. Steve “Spook” Roth is one of these enthusiasts. He flies a rare old plane [...]

Benton County Fair a Day Away from Official Start [VIDEO, GALLERY]

Abby Faulkner — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 19:19:18 +0000

- It’s the day before the official start of the 100th Benton County Fair, and the grounds are packed with folks getting everything ready. Denise Scapanski is one of the fair planners, and she says they have plenty of exhibits and activities focusing on a century’s worth of Benton County Fairs. Today’s activities are centered [...]

98 Country Staff Does MudMan [PHOTOS]

Chris Chapman — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:11:44 +0000

It wasn't pretty, but we conquered MudMan! Check out our photos of the 98 Country Crew getting dirty.

Coborn's Grocery Store Employees Go for Gold in Best Bagger Contest [VIDEO]

Abby Faulkner — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 03:43:11 +0000

We all know it’s important to enjoy what you do for a living, but Coborn’s grocery store employees took that to a new level on Tuesday night during the 23rd annual “Best Bagger Competition.” Despite blustery evening winds, the nearly 50 competitors faced off outside in the parking lot of the Sauk Rapids Coborn’s store. [...]

Benton County Fair Set to Celebrate 100 Years

Dave McCord — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 19:00:06 +0000

This year the Benton County Fair celebrates its 100th Birthday with more live music this year including a familiar name from the 90s and a few surprises. The activities kick off on Tuesday, July 31 in Sauk Rapids. The Benton County Fair has increased the size of the stage area at the beer garden which [...]

Benton County Fair Seeks Talent for This Year's Talent Show

Dave McCord — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 19:00:33 +0000

The 100th Benton County Fair is just around the corner and that means it is time to get registered for another great talent show! This year’s talent show qualifying rounds will be on Thursday, August 2 and Friday, August 3 at 7pm. The Finals will be held on Saturday, August 4 at 7pm. All [...]

Third Street Brewhouse Open House [PHOTOS]

Chris Chapman — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 16:09:14 +0000

What a fantastic day in Cold Spring on Saturday at the 3rd Street Brewhouse Grand Opening! Close to 2000 people stopped by and enjoyed free music, great food, and of course...three new craft beers!

98 Country At B's On The River Ribfest [PHOTOS]

Chris Chapman — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:00:31 +0000

Great weather. Great food. Lots of fun. Needless to say, we had a great time at Ribfest! Check out the photos and make plans to be there next year!

Make Your Plans Now for Breakfast on the Farm 2012

Dave McCord — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 16:22:46 +0000

Each year the Benton County Dairy Association invited everyone to eat breakfast on a local, Benton County farm. This year it is in Rice on Saturday, June 23. Last year was the first year I was able to attend Breakfast on the Farm and I was thoroughly impressed. First off, the breakfast they put on [...]

Downtown St. Cloud Transforms Into Open Air Event on June 6

Dave McCord — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:05:25 +0000

There’s something really cool sweeping downtown areas all across the country. It’s an open air walk about event that brings food, fun and people together in a street fair environment to highlight the downtown area as well as giving people a great reason to bring the whole family to downtown and enjoy everything there. [...]

Take a Run/Walk for Our Soldiers

Dave McCord — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:12:30 +0000

It’s not hard to run or walk 3.1 miles. I know, I just did it this past weekend. Think about what our troops have done for their country. You still think it is too much to ask? I didn’t think so. The annual Old Glory Run in Cold Spring is quickly approaching and you need [...]

Swamp Sauce, Screaming Monkey and Other Sauces Ready for WingFest 2012

Dave McCord — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:10:58 +0000

Wingfest 2012 is about a week away and we get to look at some of the names of the sauces in anticipation of one of my favorite events of the year. Check out some of these crazy names! As we are setting up for WingFest each year, I take a trip down contestant row just [...]

Run 'The Old Glory Run' With Me This Year

Dave McCord — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:58:40 +0000

If you’ve ever wanted to run for a cause, how about considering the run that raises money for some of the bravest men and women out there – our veterans. These men and women gave their all for us and it’s time we give a little thanks back to them. This time last year I [...]

Soup and Chili Bowl Returns to Cold Spring

Dave McCord — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:19:25 +0000

January in Minnesota always means cold temperatures. What better way to warm up than with a hot cup of soup or chili right? How about 40 cups? The best place to get that is at the Soup & Chili Bowl in Cold Spring! This is one of my favorite events that we participate in each [...]

CMA Music Festival Trip to Nashville Promises BIG Stars

Dave McCord — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:43:29 +0000

The CMA Music Festival in Nashville is country music’s biggest party. This year, you can be at the party and see all your favorite stars, plus meet a few of them! Jump on our bus and head off to Music City in June! Those that have been fortunate enough to attend the CMA Music [...]

Twins Winter Caravan Makes Stop in St. Cloud

Dave McCord — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:02:54 +0000

Each year the Twins travel throughout the state answering questions, meeting fans and signing autographs. They will make a stop in St. Cloud on Wednesday, January 25. This is a great event for any Twins fan. This year’s guests include Ben Revere, Denard Span, Rene Tosoni, Tony Oliva, Dick Bremer and TC Bear! The doors [...]

Go to Holidazzle in Minneapolis for FREE

Dave McCord — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:00:01 +0000

98 Country and Northstar Link have teamed up to get you to the Holidazzle parade and back free of charge! This is the perfect chance to enjoy the best light parade around for free! Think about it, no parking, no gas, no driving, just pure family entertainment! All you have to do is catch the [...]