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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • St. Cloud celebrated the dedication of its 100th park, Clark Park, which preserves the legacy of Elizabeth Clark and the history of the area.  WJON
  • St. Cloud will showcase 'The Parent Trap' at this year's Movie Under The Stars, promising a family-friendly event with additional attractions at Whitney Park.  KNSI
  • U.S. Highway 10 in St. Cloud will be closed for 52 hours from Aug. 26–28 to dismantle the old Highway 23 bridge, with detours set up to manage traffic.  St. Cloud Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 7th annual Common Roots Festival in St. Cloud features over 100 musicians on 10 stages to support and showcase local Minnesota music, with proceeds aiding the artists.  WJON

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Bus companies in Minnesota are facing a driver shortage as the new school year approaches, with efforts underway to rapidly train new hires.  KNSI
  • The St. Cloud Area School District receives a portion of $1 million in federal aid to support the educational needs of homeless students.  KNSI

HEALTH NEWS

  • The St. Cloud V.A. is hosting an overdose awareness event on August 28, offering education, fentanyl test kits, and naloxone prescriptions to veterans at no cost.  WJON

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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  • Cypress Hill Live at The Ledge Amphitheater

    Experience the iconic hip hop sounds of Cypress Hill, celebrated for their critically acclaimed albums and global success, at The Ledge Amphitheater.

    Wed, 9/18/24

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  • 2024 Women of Influence Summit: Cultivating Confidence

    Experience a transformative day of professional development focused on building confidence and influence among women through shared stories and empowering discussions.

    Thu, 9/19/24

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