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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will visit 21 Minnesota communities this December—offering free concerts by American Authors and Pynk Beard at the first 10 stops and LANCO with Tiera Kennedy at the remaining stops while collecting food donations for local food banks. WJON
- ➤ The Initiative Foundation awarded over $250,000 in grants through the Otto Bremer Trust’s Community Responsive Fund to nonprofits in Central Minnesota—supporting programs in literacy, health, and mental well-being. St. Cloud groups such as the Boys & Girls Clubs, CAIRO, Reach Up, the Center for Victims of Torture, and the United Way received grants between $5,000 and $75,000—while ConnectAbility in Waite Park got $11,000. KNSI
- ➤ Salem Lutheran Church in east St. Cloud will host Community Drum Circles starting on October 19 from 1-3 p.m.—the free events are led by Dr. Marcelyn Smale and retired professor Dr. Terry Vermillion and open to all. The series continues on November 16 and December 14, inviting everyone to join in making music. WJON
- ➤ St. Cloud Parktober Fest is moving from Riverside Park to Wilson Park as organizers add new sponsors and events. The free event will run from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.—with magic shows at 4:00, 5:00, and 6:00 p.m., bubble shows at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., and 17 trick-or-treat stations including a caution tape maze by the Police Department. KNSI
- ➤ The Granite City Bizarre Bazaar will be held Saturday at the River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud—featuring about 80 vendors with handmade costumes, artisan items, and unique oddities for the Halloween season. KNSI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Granite City Jump reopened Thursday at Midtown Square Mall with bouncy houses, new arcade games, and updated treats like ice cream and coffee—its redesigned space now offers an unlimited jump fee to simplify fun for families. Owner Marcia Prescott said the new layout improves accessibility and visibility, and party packages remain available. St. Cloud Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ALDI in St. Cloud is offering a Thanksgiving deal — a full meal for 10 for $40 that includes a 14-pound turkeyroll, cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, and pumpkin pie — available until Christmas Eve. Customers can pick up in-store or order online for curbside pickup. WJON
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heating assistance applications are rising in Minnesota as TriCAP urges residents in Stearns — Benton — Sherburne — and Morrison counties to apply now despite delays from a federal shutdown. Payments will be issued about a month later once the government reopens with average grants around $400. WJON
- ➤ Food assistance will remain available through October but may be at risk in November if the shutdown continues. Minnesota’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families said new SNAP applications will not be approved and recipients will be notified on Oct 21—raising concerns for local families. KNSI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud V.A. will host a medication disposal event on Saturday, October 25 from 9am—2pm to allow all community members to safely discard unused medicine. Public Affairs Officer Barry Venable said visitors should enter through the main entrance by the big flag poles to access the drop boxes. WJON
- ➤ This October, communities across Minnesota are wearing yellow to mark Mental Health Awareness Month as Mental Health Minnesota connects residents with needed support. The group, founded in 1939, offers online screenings, a warmline, and a free helpline—988 for crisis care—to help residents get help when needed. WJON
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Human Services suspended the license for 24hrs Homecare LLC at 2719 West Division Street, Suite 111 in St. Cloud on October 9 after a letter cited a controlling individual’s alleged fraud linked to Medicaid as investigators probe five companies for similar offenses. KNSI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cathedral football finished its regular season on Wednesday with a 21-14 win over Redwood Valley at St. John's University—Henry Schloe scored on a 30-yard touchdown run while Nick Plante rushed 14 times for 93 yards and caught six passes including an 89-yard touchdown. The win gave the team a 5-3 record and may set them up as the second seed in Section 5AA. WJON
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The Phantom of the Opera (1925) Live Score by Quarkestra
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gnarly Bard Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the haunting romance of a silent classic with an original live score.
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A Tribute to 90's Alternative Rock
7:30-9 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Cost info not provided — Relive the iconic sounds of the 90's with hits from your favorite bands in a nostalgic celebration.
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A Choral Community Celebration
4-6 p.m. — Stewart Hall — $5 max for parking — Experience a celebratory concert showcasing the choral talents from Central Minnesota's finest ensembles.
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Project Connect
10 AM – 3 PM — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Free entry — Access community services from local agencies at this beneficial event.
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Mall-O-Ween Spooktacular
4-7 p.m. — Crossroads Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of Halloween activities with trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, and more.
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Born On The Bayou: The Music of John Fogerty & Creedence Clearwater Revival
7:30-9 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Ticketed — Experience the classic hits of CCR and John Fogerty performed by Mason Dixon in a rocking tribute.
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Granite City Train Show 2025
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Admission details not specified — Explore model trains, interactive exhibits, and family fun activities.
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Stained Glass & Agate Mosaic Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Rock and Art Shop — Cost varies — Create your own beautiful glass and agate mosaic in a fun, colorful evening.
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