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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Central Minnesota has launched its annual School Supply Drive today by opening donation drop-off sites at Affinity Plus, Scheels, and the downtown office to support students in 18 school districts. Scheels will run a buy one gift-one backpack promotion from August 1 to August 7 & collected supplies will be distributed to meet each school’s needs. WJON
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A car crashed into a St. Cloud home Sunday night when 25-year-old Jevonte Green intentionally violated a no-contact order—injuring himself and prompting his transport to St. Cloud Hospital—while a woman and her child in the home remained unharmed. WJON
- ➤ The West Fargo Police Department has asked Collegeville property owners to search their lands again in a continued investigation of missing North Dakota woman Jonett Wanner—who was last seen leaving work on July 11th, 2023 in her gray 2017 Nissan Rogue, possibly with her dog Scooby. KNSI
- ➤ The Meeker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in locating 15-year-old Alexavier Flores — last seen at his Cosmos home on July 6th — who may have run away and been in the Minneapolis area on July 9th. KNSI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park will host a free open house tomorrow from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Visitors can join self-guided tours — ask staff about behind-the-scenes stories — and may even get a chance to sing on stage. WJON
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Public Utilities is asking households, businesses or organizations to adopt a pond, roadway or rain garden to help keep road runoff from making local waterways dirty—supplies will be provided and groups will be recognized for their work. City of St. Cloud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud officials approved a new Tax Increment Financing measure last week to boost downtown development at the Lady Slipper Riverboat site and nearby areas. Developers have shown interest in residential projects with retail (including a possible grocery store) and more offers for the former Herberger’s property are expected. WJON
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New housing projects are planned for St. Cloud’s south side along Highway 23 and County Rd 74, with multifamily units and commercial space set after an extended Tax Increment Financing period granted by state lawmakers plus strong occupancy at the County Rd 74 apartment complex showing demand. The city will also annex land west of Modern Barnyard along the Sauk River to host the new Stearns County Justice Center. WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Summertime by George!
5:30-9 p.m. — Lake George Municipal Complex — Free entry — A festive evening featuring live country music and family-friendly activities.
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