Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, St. Cloud.
Banjo is a friendly, neutered German Shepherd mix at TriCounty Humane Society in Central Minnesota who looks for a foster or permanent home—he is a little over a year old, weighs just under 75 pounds, is good with kids and dogs, and may chase cats.
He is healing his right leg from a past injury and may need future vet care, so a feline-free home is best.
A pop-up shop at Sage and Salvage—located at 413 East St. Germain Street—will open this weekend with Friday and Saturday hours from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday hours from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The shop will host a Farmcore finish demonstration—led by Becky from Becky George Designs—on Saturday at noon.
St. Cloud police are searching for runaway 12-year-old Xaveria Stephenson, who was last seen Saturday at 8:30 p.m. near the 1700 Block of University Drive Southeast wearing a black hoodie labeled with 'Security' on the back, a grey tank top, black leggings, white socks and pink flip flops — she is new to the area and has no electronic devices.
St. Cloud police arrested 19 year old Bernard Bowens in Minneapolis on Tuesday, making him the third suspect in a fatal shooting that occurred on February 2 in the 200 block of 2nd Street Northeast — he is held in Benton County Jail on outstanding second and third degree murder warrants.
Eighth grader Emmaline Bushman from St. John's Prep will compete this week at the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington—D.C.
She qualified by winning school and regional bees and will appear in televised preliminary and quarterfinal rounds on Bounce XL and Ion.
Pan Park neighborhood construction expanded Tuesday—phase 4 now blocks 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th Avenues from 7th to 8th Street North until mid-October—and drivers should use alternate routes and drive carefully in the work zone.
Bingo Night at Lincoln Depot
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lincoln Depot — Prizes up to $1000 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bar bingo with great jackpots.
Luminous Leaders Gala
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Harvester Square — Ticketed event — Celebrate a decade of community leadership with an elegant evening of music and meaningful connections.
St. Cloud Spin Fest and Fiber Fair
10 AM - 4 PM — Rocking Horse Farm — Free entry — Explore a vibrant vendor marketplace and enjoy fiber art displays, classes, and a petting zoo of live animals.
Dancing With Our Stars Live Fundraiser
5-8:30 p.m. — College of Saint Benedict — Donations encouraged — Enjoy an exciting dance competition featuring local celebrities raising funds for women's charities.
Monday Night Jazz
8-10:30 p.m. — Veranda Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy live jazz in a cozy setting with local musicians bringing the night to life.
An Evening with Frank F. Weber
5-7:30 p.m. — Pantown Brewing Co — Free entry — Delve into forensic psychology and true crime with author Frank F. Weber as he shares insights and signs copies of his latest book.
No Kings Rally
Gather together and make some noise! Let your voice be heard as you celebrate American freedoms forged over 250 years! This public event is family-friendly.
Magic Carpet Ride
1:30-3 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the musical magic of the Summer of Love with classic hits and captivating light shows.
St. Cloud's 28th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
12-7 p.m. — Lake George Municipal Complex — Free entry — Celebrate freedom with games, music, food trucks, and family activities at this vibrant community festival.
Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Whitney Recreation Center — $97 fee to attend as observing coach — Improve your basketball skills and gain confidence at this intensive youth camp for aspiring players.
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