Thursday, March 6th, 2025

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A pickleball tournament hosted by the Central Minnesota Dementia Community Action Network aims to raise funds for comprehensive dementia care, welcoming players of all skill levels on March 22nd at Whitney Rec Center. WJON
- ➤ PT Rocks and Gems, specializing in crystals and stones, has launched its first permanent storefront in the Crossroads Center Mall after seven years as a seasonal vendor. St. Cloud Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deionte Jaewon Parker was found guilty of aiding and abetting second-degree murder after a 2023 shooting in St. Cloud, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. KNSI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Slim Chickens, a popular chicken restaurant in St. Cloud, has permanently closed its doors nearly two years after opening. WJON
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The League of Women Voters of the St. Cloud Area will host 'Minnesota Water and Copper-Nickel Mining: Two Perspectives' to discuss the impacts of mining on Minnesota's waters. WJON
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud Cathedral's boys hockey team won against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs with a score of 3-0, commencing their title defense successfully. WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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Steel Magnolias - A Dramatic Comedy
Steel Magnolias is a dramatic comedy that explores the strength and beauty of friendships among a group of women navigating life's challenges in a small Louisiana town.
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CMBA Home & Lifestyle Show 2025
The CMBA Home & Lifestyle Show features a variety of builders, products, solutions, and demonstrations catering to homeowners in Central Minnesota.
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Spring Fling Craft Show: Handmade Shopping Experience
The Spring Fling Craft Show at Crossroads Center features a variety of handmade products and gifts, providing a fun family shopping experience over three days.
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The Drifters Live in Concert
Experience live music from The Drifters, one of the founding vocal groups of Rock & Roll, performing classic hits such as 'Under the Boardwalk' and 'Stand by Me'.
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The Killer Vees: Classic Country Music Performance
The Killer Vees will perform classic tunes from the golden age of country music, featuring multiple generations of the Vee family and talented musicians.
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Tonic Sol-fa Concert
7-10 p.m. | Paramount Center for the Arts | Ticket prices vary | Experience the acclaimed a cappella group renowned for their vocal harmonies and engaging performances.
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Homebuyer Education Class
10 PM – 2 AM — 157 Roosevelt Rd, St Cloud, MN — Free course — Start your homebuying journey with expert-led education on mortgage lending.
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John Gorka Live Performance
2 PM — First Presbyterian Church — Affordable tickets available — Enjoy an afternoon of poignant folk music with John Gorka.
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French Quarter Fête - Annual Spring Gala
5-8 p.m. — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Tickets available beginning February 7 — Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and live music while supporting the St. John’s Boys’ Choir.
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