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Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Stearns County deputies team up with Dunkin’ Donuts for a fundraiser to support Special Olympics Minnesota, offering coupons for donations.  KNSI
  • The Summertime by George finale, featuring a tribute show to the Doobie Brothers & Eagles, has been rescheduled to September 3 due to rain.  KNSI

CRIME NEWS

  • Ray Reco McNeary was sentenced to 78 months in federal prison without parole and ordered to pay $8,210 in restitution for an armed bank robbery in St. Cloud, 2021, where he took hostages.  KNSI

CULTURE NEWS

  • The STARail Museum in Waite Park is offering tours of a historically restored caboose built in 1943 to showcase the history of railroading.  WJON

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Oblivion CoffeeBar & Mercantile in St. Cloud announces closure due to building problems after one year in operation.  KNSI

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Families face a 20.5% increase in school supply costs, with Impacks aiming to reduce this burden by offering affordable kits.  KNSI

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Due to heavy rainfall raising lake water levels and causing damage, the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office imposed a no wake zone on North Browns Lake.  KNSI

EVENTS

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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.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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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.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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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.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • Cloud Coffee Fest 2024

    Experience the rich flavors of coffee at the 3rd annual Cloud Coffee Fest, featuring local roasters and shops from Minnesota and Wisconsin.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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