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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kids from across St. Cloud are invited to join police and firefighters for a fishing event along Lake George today from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Hosted by the Lake George Fishing Club, the Badges and Bobbers event lets children meet local public safety officials and enjoy fishing—participants should bring their own rod since gear is limited. KNSI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A freight train hauling hazardous materials derailed near Watkins on Thursday evening, and first responders confirmed there were no injuries or leaks while crews worked to clear the track and manage a partial closure on the 66000 block of Meeker/Stearns Street. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last weekend, six St. Cloud Metro Bus drivers competed at Mesabi Range Campus in Virginia during the 38th Annual Statewide Bus Roadeo, a contest that tested their parking and safety skills. David Peacock repeated his first win in the Small Bus Division—while Keith Drake finished second—and Jason Hiivala, Carl Hallberg, Wayne Prescott and Mike Stommes placed high. KNSI
- ➤ Crews on Lincoln Avenue will ramp up road work next week by removing pavement between 4th Street and Division Highway 23 to begin utility upgrades near 7th Street SE. Drivers and local businesses like Runnings and Cashwise should plan for detours as access becomes limited during the project. WJON
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Central Minnesota offers summer fun with activities like farm-to-table pizza nights at Alpha and Omega Farm—berry picking at J.Q. Fruit Farm, e-bike rides from Lake Wobegon Outfitters, art classes and live music at Art in Motion, and craft sessions at Avon Hills Folk School. Locals can enjoy these events all summer and reconnect with nature and local art. St. Cloud Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The school board approved that St. Cloud Apollo will join Tech High School’s co-op boys’ swimming and diving team under the Crush name to address low numbers ahead of the 2025–26 season, since each school had fewer than ten returning swimmers. The schools will soon fill a head coaching position + share practice facilities while building a stronger feeder program to compete in regional meets. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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