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St. Cloud
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ McDonald’s opened on Division Street in March 1970 at the site of Eddy’s Drive-In (the third in Minnesota) with a grand opening featuring free gifts for children, music by the Cathedral drum and band, and Mayor Ed Henry attending. A McDonald’s still stands at the site today. WJON
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flu season is leading to more emergency room visits across Minnesota, with 2,000 cases reported mostly for children (under 4) and older adults (65+). Health officials advise residents in St. Cloud to take extra precautions and seek care early if symptoms develop. WJON
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Accelerated Urgent Care in St. Cloud offers New Year resolution tips as January approaches, advising residents to set small goals, plan schedules & seek support while forgiving setbacks to renew commitment to personal health and goals. WJON
- ➤ Four overlooked towns in Central Minnesota will welcome visitors in 2026 as local parks, bowling alleys, and eateries highlight hidden community gems. Royalton, Albany, Long Prairie, and Pierz invite exploration — each offering its own small-town charm. WJON
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sartell-St. Stephen Sabres girls’ basketball team rallied to a 72-51 win over Princeton on Dec. 23, with Kennedy Lewis scoring 25 & Kate Thompson adding 16. Boys basketball & hockey teams from local high schools also secured wins in separate matchups. WJON
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Tonic Sol-Fa's Final Seasonal Run
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Celebrate the festive season with Tonic Sol-fa's memorable farewell performance alongside the Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience.
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Radio Nation - A Tribute to Steve Miller and The Cars
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Ticket prices vary — Relive the magic of the 70s and 80s with iconic hits from Steve Miller and The Cars.
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Karaoke Night at The Pickled Loon
10:00-11:30 p.m. — The Pickled Loon — Free entry — Unleash your inner rockstar and enjoy a night of singing your favorite tunes in a friendly atmosphere.
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10000 Days - A Tribute to Tool
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — $ — Experience the Midwest's premier tribute to Tool with a technically complex and emotionally powerful performance.
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