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Prep Scores and Schedule

Dave Overlund — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:31:22 +0000

Rocori 77, New London/Spicer 72
Mac Mueller led the Spartans with 28 points and Jonah Eisenschenk had 26 as Rocori improved to 7-7 on the season.

St. John's Prep 56, Kimball Area 45
The Johnnies trailed the game by 20 points early but stormed back to defeat the Cubs in Collegeville. Zack Dehler led St. John's with

Twins Caravan Brings out Loyal Fans

Jay Caldwell — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:52:04 +0000

The Twins Winter Caravan brought approximately 200 fans to Rivers Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud. Twins relief pitchers Glen Perkins and Brian Duensing met fans, signed autographs and fielded questions.

New Year's Eve 2012 Events For St. Cloud, Central Minnesota

Townsquare Media — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:18:31 +0000

The end of the year is fast approaching. As you are finishing up your Christmas events with friends and family, invite them back into town for some of the New Years Eve events that will be taking place in Central Minnesota.

Christmas Trees for Sale in St. Cloud and Central Minnesota

Townsquare Media — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:04:16 +0000

Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree. If you are looking to find a real Christmas Tree this year here are several places in St. Cloud where you can find your very own.

Who Has Better Toy Prices: Amazon or Big Box Stores?

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:00:41 +0000

Trying to find the lowest prices on toys this holiday season? The latest industry report indicates that Amazon.com has better deals than retail giants Walmart, Target and everyone else. Financial analysts recently discovered that Amazon offers cheaper prices on about 44 percent of the same toys in stock at Walmart. However, Walmart still had the [...]

Black Friday Shopping in St. Cloud – Are You Going? [POLL]

Lynn Quale — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:27:55 +0000

We are one week from one of my favorite days of the year, Black Friday! I can’t wait to shop till I drop – literally. But with some stores opening as early as Thanksgiving Thursday evening, I want to know if that has effected your shopping plans. Are you still going to stand in line [...]

Waldo's Pizza Coming to Downtown St. Cloud [AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:56:49 +0000

A pizza restaurant with over 30 years of business history in central Minnesota will find new life in downtown St. Cloud.

St. Cloud Semi-Pro Football Team Wraps Up 2nd Season, Seeks Players

Lee Voss — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 05:01:16 +0000

Football players who have seen their high school or college careers come to an end still have a chance to play the sport they love. The Granite City Renegades are a semi-pro football team entering their third year.

Central Minnesota Offers Adult Basic Education

Ricky Woods — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:19:35 +0000

If you or someone you know is looking to improve basic reading, writing, or math skills, earn a General Education Diploma (GED), improve English language skills (ESL), or learn more about parenting, Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education can help. Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education helps adults become fully participating, self-sufficient members of our society. Classes [...]

Plays, Music and More During 'Legacy Weekend' in St. Cloud

Jim Maurice — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 05:36:19 +0000

It’s been nearly four years since Minnesotans passed the Land and Legacy Amendment. Since then, millions of dollars have been collected for arts programs and the outdoors across the state. Explore Minnesota – along with other organizations – are featuring some of those projects with five Legacy Destination Weekends in various communities. This coming weekend [...]

'Summertime By George' Back for a 2nd Big Year

Jim Maurice — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:20:53 +0000

The popular summer concert series “Summertime By George” is back for a second year. The first night is tomorrow (Wednesday) with the band The Revolution 5 playing music from the Beetles. Events run from 5:00 until 9:00 p.m. each Wednesday, with the band taking the stage at 6:30 p.m. The 12-week music series runs each [...]

'Music In The Gardens' Back this Summer

Jim Maurice — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 05:37:21 +0000

ST. CLOUD – The Munsinger Clemens Botanical Society is hosting their popular “Music in the Gardens” series again this summer. Each concert begins at 3:00 p.m. Tomorrow (Sunday) is their first event with the group Granite City Brass performing. Future dates are: June 24 • Al Asmus Jazz Quarter July 15 • Gina Chavez, Latin [...]

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. [...]

The Red Cross Needs Your Blood

Chris Chapman — Thu, 31 May 2012 10:44:36 +0000

The American Red Cross is looking for your help to keep summer blood levels from dipping dangerously low. And you can help with a drive on Monday.

5 Great Last Minute Places to Take Mom On Mother's Day in Central Minnesota

Sloan — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:37:46 +0000

When it comes to Mother’s Day, your mom falls into one of two categories: Easy To Buy For or Impossible To Buy For. Obviously, you can pretend to make the fishing opener a ‘Mom Event’, but she knows how you operate, she’s just not saying anything. Maybe you’ve planned to surprise her with a box [...]

Veterans Show Off Artistic Talents During Competitve VA Exhibit [GALLERY]

Abby Faulkner — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:37:50 +0000

The annual VA Health Care System Veterans Art Show is in full swing. Check out some of the art our veterans have on display and visit the show for yourself.

Top 5 Ways to Celebrate Winter in the St. Cloud Area

Jim Maurice — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:33:48 +0000

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:

Tears, Hugs as Soldiers Return Home from Iraq [AUDIO]

Jim Maurice — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:54:56 +0000

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

Jim Maurice — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:00:55 +0000

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. Paramount Theatre 11/19 – 12/4 [...]

Cathedral High School's Stage Becomes Scene of Murder [VIDEO + PHOTOS]

Dave McCord — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 21:00:41 +0000

Cathedral High School is not the place you would think a murder would happen, but someone will be killed this weekend as The Butler Did It hits the stage. Murder Mystery has long been a staple in literary worlds. From Sherlock Holmes and Watson to Colonel Mustard in the library, we have enjoyed the suspense [...]