Wednesday, September 11th, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 15th annual St. Cloud Pride week features a full schedule of events including a Pride and Peace Walk, trivia, drag shows, and a Wellness Triathlon, expecting high attendance and 160 vendors. WJON
- ➤ St. Cloud's Planning Commission is reconsidering a previously rejected ordinance to allow homeowners to keep backyard chickens, with a meeting scheduled to discuss it. KNSI
- ➤ A major intersection in St. Cloud will be closed for resurfacing, affecting local businesses and traffic flow for over 48 hours starting Wednesday. KNSI
- ➤ Kristin Hilsgen creates treat bags for children with autism to make Halloween enjoyable, turning it into a community-wide fundraiser aiming for 1,000 bags this year. WJON
- ➤ The St. Cloud Fire Department is advocating for a new $43.5 million station through open houses and informational meetings to improve response times and lower insurance rates. KNSI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud's plan for a Business Improvement District was vetoed due to opposition from over 35% of property owners, despite efforts to fund downtown enhancements through additional taxes. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud sets its 2025 budget at $89.8 million, a 2.31% increase from 2024, with a property tax levy increase of 1.34%, and marks Mayor Dave Kleis' final budget before leaving office. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Ballet Basics for All Ages
Experience the joy of learning ballet basics with an encouraging educator, Lucille, who welcomes participants of all ages.
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St. Cloud Wine Knot 2024
Experience an evening filled with wine tasting, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and the chance to win designer shoes or gemstone jewelry, all while supporting a local non-profit.
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Historic Harvest Festival at Stearns History Museum
Experience a delightful day filled with vintage carnival games, pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, and tasty food at the Historic Harvest Festival.
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October Nerd Nite: An Evening of Quirky Presentations
Experience an interdisciplinary presentation series where diverse topics are explored while enjoying food and drinks at a local bar.
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