Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mom Son Superhero Party, aimed at strengthening mother-son bonds with costumes and activities, is set to entertain families this Saturday at the Sartell Community Center. KNSI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 24-year-old man was sentenced for engaging in sexual conduct with a 15-year-old runaway girl in St. Cloud, receiving a stayed three-year prison sentence and five years of probation. WJON
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Paramount Theater in St. Cloud will host 'All Shook Up,' a jukebox musical inspired by Elvis Presley's music, featuring a fictional story set in the 1950s, with limited seating for its debut performances. WJON
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud Area Schools will present a referendum to voters for Apollo High School upgrades, including secure entrances, enhancements for technical education, an athletics facility, and more, with an estimated cost of $3.33 per month for a $250,000 home. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A St. Cloud developer is asking the city for assistance in consolidating parcels for development by vacating public rights of way on a previously undeveloped lot, facing obstacles including securing access through adjacent properties. St. Cloud Times
- ➤ Mayor Jake Anderson appoints new members to nearly 20 St. Cloud committees, focusing on diverse perspectives and community involvement, with public meetings planned for further city development discussions. KNSI
- ➤ The Stearns County Board of Commissioners was presented with revised plans for a justice center, featuring a smaller court tower to save approximately $9 million, reducing the project cost to about $310 million. KNSI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The St. Cloud VA Medical Center is holding a Veterans Town Hall on February 11 to directly address veterans' healthcare concerns. KNSI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sartell-St. Stephen's girls basketball team triumphed over Osseo with a score of 65-40, driven by Kennedi Gack's career-high 25 points. WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Acoustic Performance by Donny Brang at Veranda Lounge
Acoustic artist Donny Brang will showcase a diverse range of music in an enjoyable live performance at the Veranda Lounge.
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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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Minnesota Wedding Show by Minnesota Bride
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St. Cloud Norsemen vs. North Iowa Bulls Hockey Game
The St. Cloud Municipal Athletic Complex will host a hockey matchup between the St. Cloud Norsemen and the North Iowa Bulls.
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