Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Avenue Southeast in St. Cloud will have a northbound lane closure from January 22nd due to emergency utility repairs, with a detour in place for affected drivers. KNSI
- ➤ St. Cloud's Bold and Bright festival this weekend features ice skating, a holiday lights parade, art crawl, and curling demonstrations, culminating in a fireworks show. WJON
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The transition from popular drive-in eateries to fast-food establishments like McDonald's in the 1970s marked a significant change in St. Cloud's dining landscape, witnessed by local historian Jim Grabinski. WJON
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ O'Brien's Dry Goods, a new store offering vintage clothes and collectibles, is set to open in downtown St. Cloud this April, marking a career shift for owner Chad O'Brien and aiming to contribute to the area's revitalization. St. Cloud Times
- ➤ St. Cloud secures a $41,433 grant to fund the assessment and cleanup of a downtown area intended for mixed-use development, aiming to boost the local economy and create jobs. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show: 37th Annual Event
The St. Cloud Sportsmen's Show showcases premier resorts, lodges, and fishing equipment, offering extensive options for outdoor enthusiasts in Central Minnesota and Canada.
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Art Night at The Good Earth Food Co-op
This event invites the community to enjoy a free crafting social where participants can bring their own arts and crafts.
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Live Music with Kat Blue at Iron Street Distillery
Kat Blue returns to Iron Street Distillery for an evening of live music.
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MnACTE Annual Conference: Collaboration for Career and Technical Education
The MnACTE Annual Conference is a professional gathering focused on discussions, networking, and workshops in the field of Career and Technical Education.
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Minnesota Wedding Show by Minnesota Bride
The Minnesota Wedding Show hosted by MINNESOTA BRIDE is the fun, chic way for engaged couples to connect with local wedding professionals and be inspired to design & plan their dream wedding day. Bring your partner, wedding party, or family to make a fun afternoon out of the show and celebrate being engaged, planning your wedding, and dreaming of what could be while at the Minnesota Wedding Show by MINNESOTA BRIDE.
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