Friday, January 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The St. Cloud Park and Recreation Department will host a Taylor Swift-themed Eras Swiftie Skate event at Lake George with music, ice skating, and more, free of charge. WJON
- ➤ The Moonlight Ski event at Quarry Park has been canceled due to extremely cold wind chills and icy conditions, with hopes to reschedule later this winter. KNSI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested in St. Cloud for discharging a firearm and making threats during a New Year's Eve altercation, without causing any injuries. WJON
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Miniso, a Chinese retailer known for its wide range of Asian products, opened its first Minnesota location in St. Cloud, attracting considerable customer interest for its unique offerings. St. Cloud Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 2024 sets a new temperature record for the Twin Cities and St. Cloud, registering the warmest year in history with average mean temperatures at 48.3 degrees. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ COVID-19 detections in Minnesota's wastewater increase significantly, reaching levels not seen since before Labor Day, indicating a substantive rise in virus spread state-wide. WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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Fare for All Food Distribution at Salem Lutheran Church
Fare for All offers affordable packages of fruits, vegetables, and frozen meats at Salem Lutheran Church, open to all without registration.
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Ladies' Night Out at Calvary Community Church
A special evening for women featuring music by Leanna Crawford and an uplifting message from Susie Larson.
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Winter Video Game Swap Meet
A community event featuring over 20 vendors selling a variety of video games, consoles, and collectibles, with opportunities for trading and buying.
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Michael Shynes Live with Chris Hawkey
Michael Shynes will perform with his seven-piece band, featuring original music and storytelling, alongside opener Chris Hawkey, known for his entertaining performances and radio presence.
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Wild Residence Album Release Show at Gnarly Bard Theater
Project 37 presents Wild Residence in celebration of their new album 'Fevers and Dreams' at Gnarly Bard Theater, with all proceeds supporting future shows.
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