Friday, August 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Itasca County Sheriff's Office seeks assistance in locating Caleb Bolin, a 40-year-old veteran last seen in St. Cloud, driving a black 1999 Chevy Silverado. KNSI
- ➤ Red Truck Ice Cream revitalizes a historic, long-vacant building in Cold Spring, becoming a beloved local business. WJON
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources emphasizes safety for boating, ATV riding, and hunting, highlighting the importance of life jackets, helmets, and notifying someone of your whereabouts. KNSI
- ➤ St. Cloud's first annual Celebrate Aging Expo aims to educate on aging through 100 booths, offering free breakfast to the first 1,000 attendees and entertainment by the band Rewind. KNSI
- ➤ A charity live music event featuring the band IV Play will be held at the LaPlayette in St. Joseph to benefit the St. Joseph Fire and Rescue. WJON
- ➤ Two Rivers Lake County Park near Albany is temporarily closed for maintenance to seal coat the park's entrance road and trail until Saturday. KNSI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Summertime by George concert is set for a rare September showing in Eastman Park, featuring The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious, with special arrangements for city approvals and liquor license extensions. KNSI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation is organizing a networking event for small businesses and startups on September 12th to connect them with essential growth resources. WJON
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Common Roots First Annual Downtown St. Cloud Cocktail Crawl & Competition will feature 9 bars with original cocktails and live music this Saturday, August 24th from 4pm to 8pm. WJON
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live Music with Jon Theis
Experience an afternoon of live music with Jon Theis at Beaudreau's Bar in St. Cloud.
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