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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pantown Brewing in St. Cloud will host Beeranthropy on Wednesday, July 16 to raise funds for RSVP volunteers — the event will feature local craft brews, dinner provided by Custom Catering, live music by The Silver Sluggards, a silent auction, and matched donations up to $4,000 by the Steve and Mary Little Foundation. WJON
- ➤ St. Cloud Subaru donated $95,000 to the Public Safety Foundation to fund a new Rainbow playground at The Place of Hope’s Compassionate Hope Family Center at 121 Park Avenue—marking the third year they have led the Share the Love fundraiser. The donation supports local community outposts that offer police services, community resources, and other support programs. KNSI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in St. Cloud on Monday night sent flames 20 feet high and caused major damage to a home on the 1500 block of 11th Avenue Southeast—firefighters from Sartell and Sauk Rapids quickly joined in to contain the blaze as investigators work to determine the cause. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud City Council backed Vista On Pinecone, a 58-unit affordable senior housing project for low to very-low-income seniors, by approving a $240,000 match allocation. The project at 1618 Pinecone Road—also offering seven units for at-risk homeless residents and on-site tenant support—will need to secure a state grant to move forward. WJON
- ➤ A planned unit development to nearly double the capacity of a daycare center on St. Cloud's north side passed unanimously at Monday's city council meeting. The 8000 square foot building, which was once used by a church for a daycare for 37 children, will now allow 71 after a United Way study showed a significant need for more spots. KNSI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UCare will pause government-funded Medicaid and MinnesotaCare coverage in Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Wright and other counties starting September 1, leaving many customers searching for new plans. Seniors and people with disabilities will keep their UCare plans as the company works with state and county officials to help affected members find new coverage. KNSI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former St. Cloud Rox pitcher Alex Carrillo, 28, was called up to the New York Mets on Tuesday after he posted strong results in the minor leagues with Syracuse and Binghamton – striking out 40 batters in 25 innings. 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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KC & the Sunshine Band with The Village People
7-8:30 p.m. — The Ledge Amphitheater — Ticket information available — Dance the night away to the infectious grooves of two legendary bands.
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