Friday, October 25th, 2024

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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kids and Parents Expo, featuring costume contests, crafts, and trick-or-treating, offers Halloween festivities for families at the River’s Edge Convention Center. KNSI
- ➤ Downtown St. Cloud engages families with a Halloween Walk, integrating 15 businesses for candy distribution after the Kids and Parents Expo, anticipating large participation and festive costumes. KNSI
- ➤ Residents in the West St. Cloud metro area report frequent sightings of coyotes, raising safety concerns and discussions on how to coexist with the wildlife. WJON
- ➤ Various Trunk or Treat events offer safe trick-or-treating experiences for children across several locations leading up to Halloween. WJON
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marian Hassan received a grant to create a children's book preserving Somali language and stories through the Sing-Again Lullaby and Oral History Project. St. Cloud Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Minnesota enters moderate drought, affecting over 86% of the state with varying drought conditions. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stearns County voters will determine the funding method for a new Justice Center in November, potentially through a 3/8 cent sales tax to avoid high costs from renovating the old jail and overcrowding issues. 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
Experience a tribute night featuring Vampire Money as they perform a chronological set of My Chemical Romance's iconic albums, including classics from 'The Black Parade'.
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Nosferatu with Live Quarkestra Orchestra
Experience F.W. Murnau's classic vampire film 'Nosferatu' accompanied by an original live score from the Quarkestra Orchestra, blending traditional and electronic instruments for a unique cinematic experience.
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Music of Mancini: A Tribute to Henry Mancini
Celebrate the remarkable work of Henry Mancini with a captivating musical journey featuring his iconic compositions on his 100th birthday.
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MTH Truck or Treat 2024
Celebrate Halloween with family-friendly activities, including candy giveaways, costume contests, and entertainment at MTH of Saint Cloud.
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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
Experience an enchanting evening with Kris Allen as he showcases his soulful voice and heartfelt performances, blending pop, rock, and acoustic vibes.
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2024 Scheels Ice Fest Celebration
Experience the ultimate celebration of ice fishing with fun activities, expert tips, and great deals at the Scheels Ice Fest.
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Branson Country Christmas: An All New Holiday Show
Experience a festive evening with Branson’s top entertainers showcasing a delightful mix of Christmas music and heartfelt tributes to veterans at the Paramount Center for the Arts.
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Live Vehicle Auction at Copart - St. Cloud
Attend a live auction featuring rebuilt salvage vehicles including a 4x4 with rear-wheel drive and various features.
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