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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today during the 4th of July weekend, Summerland celebrates 40 years as it offers waterslides, go‐kart tracks, mini‐golf and other rides. The park is located 2 miles east of St. Cloud on Highway 23 — it is open daily from noon until 7 p.m. during the summer. WJON
- ➤ On Wednesday night, Military Appreciation Night at Joe Faber Field raised $8,620 for local veterans during the Rox game against the Minot Hot Tots—custom military-themed jerseys were auctioned to support TriUnity Foundation grants that help cover veterans' expenses. KNSI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud police said a speeding pickup truck crashed near 13th Street North and 10th Avenue North on July 3 when it t-boned a car, killing local residents Suleiman Mohamud Abdi and Craig Arthur Hennen—both of whom are from the area—with 26-year-old Christopher Cortez Johnson-Caine of Sauk Rapids taken in critical condition to CentraCare St. Cloud Hospital after fleeing a traffic stop where he threw a gun. KNSI
- ➤ Trooper Mollie McClure died in an off-duty drowning accident at Waubay Lake in South Dakota on Sunday—she served in St. Cloud since October 2021 and earned respect as a mentor while a video of her rescuing a baby deer went viral. WJON
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Do Portugal — a Spanish traveling circus — will set up a big blue tent in the Crossroads Center mall north parking lot for shows from July 11th through the 20th. The troupe, which has performed in seven countries and includes aerialist Eva Rodriguez, will offer tickets online for under $20. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison warned on Thursday about door-to-door salesmen using high-pressure tactics to secure contracts for pest control or lawn services—he urged residents to take time to review offers before signing—and reported that victims should alert his office to scams. KNSI
- ➤ County Road 2 and Minnesota Street near Interstate 94 in St. Joseph will close for nearly two months starting Tuesday for roundabout construction—drivers will be rerouted on County Highway 75 and Highway 23 until the project wraps up by late August. Officials advise using alternate routes as weather may shift the timeline. KNSI
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources launched Operation Dry Water today to catch intoxicated boat drivers during the busy Fourth of July weekend—conservation officers will arrest violators and enforce severe penalties including loss of boating, car or recreational privileges—with the campaign running through July 7th. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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Do Portugal Circus
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crossroads Center — Special online price available — Experience the excitement of the Do Portugal Circus in St. Cloud for the first time!
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Summertime by George Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Lake George Municipal Complex — Free entry — Enjoy a festive summer evening with live music from local bands and activities for the whole family.
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Summertime by George Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Lake George Municipal Complex — Free entry — Enjoy live music and family fun at this vibrant lakeside festival featuring local bands.
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Run Beer Repeat of St. Cloud
5:45-6:30 p.m. — Pantown Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a friendly run followed by socializing with freshly brewed beer.
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Dennis Johannes Work Shop Auction
Located at 1906 10th Ave S St Cloud. Starts at 10 am this Saturday view at www.blackdiamondauctions.com Tools, shop equipment and lots of items for homes and apartment maintenance. Col Frank Imholte 320-241-1200
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RipCon TCG/Sports Show
10 AM – 6 PM — The Park Event Center — Free entry — Explore 70+ tables of Pokémon TCG and sports cards with top vendors from the region.
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Benton County Fair 2025
Noon-10:30 p.m. — Benton County Fair — Free admission — Enjoy a variety of events including 4-H competitions, presentations, and music performances throughout the day.
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Butterfly Release Event
2:30–3:00 PM — Munsinger Gardens — Donations appreciated — Watch the beauty of butterflies take flight in a serene garden setting while supporting a great cause.
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