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St. Cloud
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Economic Development report from December 2025 showed that St. Cloud lost 452 jobs — a 0.4% decline — even as its unemployment rate held at 4.2%, contrasting with job gains elsewhere in the state. KNSI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sauk Rapids-Rice Schools honor seniors 65 and older with free passes to school events, available year-round at the Community Education Office; the program, in place for over 10 years, encourages community connections among family and neighbors. WJON
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CentraCare will open its new Sartell Family Medicine Clinic at Sauk Crossing on Monday, Jan. 26, at 2000 23rd Street South (relocating primary care from its old center) to offer family medicine, integrated behavioral health, lab and imaging services. The modern two-story facility aims to improve patient flow for locals. KNSI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Due to this week's severe cold, local ice fishing plans have shifted as experts advise using safer, stationary shelters rather than moving vehicles on the ice; contests are scheduled on Jan. 31, Feb. 7 and Feb. 13 to 14 on nearby lakes. WJON
- ➤ The Twins held a Winter Caravan on Wednesday night at Best Western Plus Kelly Inn where fans sampled ballpark bites and heard baseball stories from pitchers and staff. The event previewed summer game plans, including a Field of Dreams matchup on Aug. 13 — sparking local excitement. WJON
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Skiing, Sledding, and Snowshoeing Sundays
1-5 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free equipment available — Embrace winter fun with skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing while warming up by the fireplace.
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Monday Night Jazz
7-9:30 p.m. — Veranda Lounge — Enjoy live jazz with a local band in a cozy atmosphere.
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FREE! Winter Chill Festival
1-4 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Bundle up for outdoor winter fun with sledding, snowshoeing, and Nordic ski activities for the whole family.
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2026 St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show
10 AM – 3 PM — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Explore the best in outdoor gear and family-friendly activities at this beloved local event.
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Snowshoeing for Beginners Class
1-2:30 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Experience winter magic with expert-guided snowshoeing and hot chocolate by the fire.
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