Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Project 37 aims to raise $75,000 by December 1 to transform a former coffee shop in downtown St. Cloud into a sober music venue, offering programming and classes for all ages. St. Cloud Times
- ➤ 1st Avenue South will be closed from October 26 to 28 for water utility repairs. City of St. Cloud
- ➤ Riverside Park in St. Cloud is hosting Parktober Fest, a free family-friendly event featuring costumes, trick-or-treating, a pumpkin patch, and festive activities, starting at 3:00 p.m. this Friday. KNSI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud Police have apprehended Ta’Kari Terell Benness, a 20-year-old suspect in a California murder case involving the shooting of a U.S. Navy sailor. KNSI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 85 of Minnesota's 87 counties are under a red flag warning due to dry air and strong winds, leading to potential rapid fire spread. KNSI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The recent hard freeze in Central Minnesota, with temperatures dropping below 28 degrees, has killed off mold and pollen spores, providing relief to allergy sufferers. WJON
- ➤ The St. Cloud VA Medical Center is set to participate in Medication Take Back Day on the 26th to allow the public to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs. KNSI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Molly Burkstrand sets a new Minnesota record with 61 goals this season, leading St. Cloud Tech girls' soccer team to the state tournament. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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20th Annual St. Cloud Kids & Parents Expo
Experience a fun-filled day with a spooky Halloween theme at the 20th Annual Kids & Parents Expo featuring trick-or-treating, bounce houses, and more for families.
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Vampire Money: A Tribute to My Chemical Romance
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Nosferatu with Live Quarkestra Orchestra
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Music of Mancini: A Tribute to Henry Mancini
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MTH Truck or Treat 2024
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Mall-O-Ween Celebration at Crossroads Center
Experience a festive Halloween celebration with crafts, trick-or-treating, and entertainment for all ages at the Crossroads Center.
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Kris Allen Concert at Paramount Center
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2024 Scheels Ice Fest Celebration
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Branson Country Christmas: An All New Holiday Show
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