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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Vicki Davis spent nearly 40 years leading TriCounty Humane Society—she reduced euthanasia rates and expanded its facilities after growing up on a local farm east of St. Cloud. She retired and now lives on the same farm where her grandparents once raised animals. WJON
- ➤ Heroes K9 Odyssey Academy, a new nonprofit, pairs veterans and first responders with rescue dogs to help both learn useful skills and build lasting bonds—aiming to turn rescue dogs into service dogs. The academy plans to open in spring 2026 and will host a fundraiser on November 1 and a gala on March 21 to support its programs. WJON
- ➤ Great River Regional Library is part of a state park pass program that gives library patrons free seven-day access to Minnesota state parks — passes available at St. Cloud Public Library and others — and covers only vehicle entrance fees, meaning separate fees apply for camping reservations. WJON
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen-year-old Lierra Lanea Andrews, who went missing near downtown on July 18th, was found by the St. Cloud Police Department on July 22nd — authorities did not say if she returned home on her own or where she was found. KNSI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ten teens from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota finished a two-day leadership summit last week in St. Cloud where they learned skills in interactive workshops and group challenges. They also volunteered at local KIDSTOP sites and set leadership goals for the upcoming school year. WJON
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a June 30 wildfire in Idaho killed two firefighters and a July 15 incident near Duluth involved a suspect setting up homemade devices, St. Cloud Fire Chief Matt Love said his department is boosting safety measures and installing a new computer-aided dispatch system — which sends police ahead on certain calls — to protect first responders. The department works closely with police and state agencies to ensure that responders arrive on scene safely. WJON
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local American Legion baseball games on July 20 saw Pierz beat Little Falls 4-3 and Sauk Rapids defeat St. Cloud 11-2, while Sartell and Willmar also won their match-ups over Albany and Cold Spring (all games featured strong local competition). WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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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I Am He Said - A Celebration Of The Music Of Neil Diamond
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the timeless classics of Neil Diamond with The Killer Vees, featuring beloved hits spanning five decades.
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