Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sauk Rapids Police Department is set to host a community cookout on August 21st at Lions Park, aiming for strong community turnout with free food. KNSI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in Benton County are searching for a third man involved in a motorcycle crash that seriously injured a Texas resident. WJON
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, August 13, 2024, has been designated as Primary Election Day, with a reminder to find your polling place. City of St. Cloud
- ➤ St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids voters have finalized their choices for city council and mayoral candidates for the November elections, with key races including the St. Cloud Mayor and City Council Member at Large. KNSI
- ➤ Election results for the 2024 Primary Election will be posted following the closure of polls at 8:00 PM, with updates throughout the night as precincts report in. City of St. Cloud
- ➤ Governor Tim Walz appointed Ole Tvedten and Michael Lesser as judges in Minnesota's seventh judicial district to fill vacancies in St. Cloud and Moorhead, respectively. WJON
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On-Site Tour at Benedict Village
Explore the exceptional dining and lifestyle options at one of the top-rated senior living communities in St. Cloud, MN.
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Mainstreet Involvement Fair - Annual Student Engagement Event
Discover opportunities to engage with student organizations, faculty, and services at St. Cloud State University's annual involvement fair.
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1980s Tunes Concert at Stearns History Museum
Experience a lively outdoor concert featuring the St. Cloud Municipal Band playing memorable hits from the 1980s on the museum lawn.
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Rockin' Recovery in the park and 5K at Lake George
Hosted by the Recovery Community Network (RCN) to celebrate National Recovery Month, this FREE community event is open to everyone! Come out and enjoy a day filled with activities, music, and fun for all ages. Fun & activities start at 2 PM, the 5K Recovery Run/Walk at 5 PM, and the band kicks off at 6 PM.
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