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St. Cloud
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wolf is an 80-pound, 10-month-old mix of German Shepherd and Malamute at TriCounty Humane Society who needs training and extra space to run — details that make him a good fit for an active household. Visit Kennel Room 3 or call 320-252-0896 during business hours to schedule a meet-and-greet. WJON
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Early risers in Central Minnesota can see a total lunar eclipse on March 3rd when the Worm Moon (the traditional name for the full March moon) glows orange before setting. The eclipse begins at 3:50 a.m. and peaks at 5:33 a.m., with the moon setting at 7:10 a.m. WJON
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The ROCORI School Board approved a new two-year calendar that begins classes Sept. 1 to give families extra scheduling options for breaks and winter weather days (the board aims to meet both teacher and student day requirements). WJON
- ➤ The Minnesota Legislature is considering a bill that will ban personal cell phone use for K-8 and restrict high school use in classrooms starting with the 2026-2027 school year. The measure offers training funds and a public awareness campaign (with health exceptions) and now awaits Senate Education Committee review. WJON
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New catch-and-release bass rules went into effect on Monday, letting anglers fish for bass (largemouth and smallmouth) year-round while the regular harvest season starting May 23 remains unchanged. The DNR said a thriving population and support from local Ojibwe groups guided the decision. WJON
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A recent WalletHub study ranked Minnesota as the sixth-least sinful state, noting low anger and jealousy scores but a higher vanity rank—detailing figures on various vices. WJON
- ➤ Mr. D's in Sartell offers freshly made burgers, hand-cut fries and crafted cocktails in a family-friendly setting. Open Sun-Wed 11 am to 10 pm and Fri-Sat 11 am to 1 am (menu updates coming soon), the restaurant welcomes locals with fresh twists on classic favorites. WJON
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud State Huskies clinched their first regular season title in 23 years with a 16-game win streak + they will play in the NSIC tournament at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls. WJON
- ➤ Ninth graders from Sauk Rapids-Rice, including Bailey Ness, Madelyn Aleshire, Carter Pesta, and Jack Barz, will compete at the State Wrestling Tournament today at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul after strong section performances earned their spots. WJON
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Wild Game Dinner
Northland Bible Baptist Church will be hosting their annual Wild Game Dinner on Saturday, March 14th, at noon. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are only $15 for adults and $10 for children ages 3-7.
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Big Love, Little Lies: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
7:30-9 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Tickets required — Experience the iconic sound and enduring hits of Fleetwood Mac in a tribute concert.
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Girls Night Out: A Tribute to Women of Country
7:30-9 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the iconic women of country music with a lively performance featuring hits from the genre's superstars.
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Machine Knitting Camp 2026
10 AM - 6 PM — Rocking Horse Farm — Registration required — Dive into a hands-on knitting retreat with fellow enthusiasts and expert instructors.
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