Category Archives: Community News

Sauk Rapids Police Pup Receives Protective Vest
(KNSI) - Just days after it was announced Sartell's K9 officer was getting one, the Sauk Rapids Police Department's K9 Bolt is also getting a bullet and stab resistant vest. The same company that dona...
Jennifer Lewerenz Aug 02, 2024 Sauk Rapids Police Department

Saddle Up for a Fun Weekend at the Benton County Fair
(KNSI) - The 111th annual Benton County Fair finishes out the year with three big days. Friday's fun features the Bulls, Barrels & Broncs Rodeo in the grandstand at 6:30 p.m. Mason Dixon Line will...
Jake Judd Aug 02, 2024 Benton County Fair

Tribal-Based Dispensary in St. Cloud Shut Down Again Amid Allegations of Health and Safety Violations
(KNSI) - A self-described tribal-based medical cannabis dispensary on St. Cloud's east side has been forced to shutter its doors for a second time. White Feather Essential Earth Elements opened in the...
Jake Judd Aug 02, 2024 Jake Judd/KNSI News

St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis to Host Town Hall with SCSU Interim President Larry Dietz Addressing University Concerns
(KNSI) - St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis will have a special guest with him at his next town hall meeting. The gathering will include St. Cloud State University Interim President Larry Dietz on Tuesday, Au...
Jake Judd Aug 01, 2024 Jake Judd/KNSI News

Monarch Butterflies Ready To Soar Above Munsinger and Clemens Gardens
(KNSI) - This year's annual butterfly release at the Munsinger and Clemens Gardens in St. Cloud is coming up on Sunday. The event benefits Quiet Oaks Hospice House. Executive Director Linda Allen says...
Ashley Menzemer Aug 01, 2024 KNSI News

Boys And Girls Clubs Summer Benefit Fundraiser Highlights Best Parts of Minnesota
(KNSI) - Rain or shine, tonight is sure to be "Minnesota Nice." The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota gets August started on the right foot with another summer benefit. Funds raised will suppo...
Ashley Menzemer Aug 01, 2024

Benton County Fair Excitement Continues Thursday
(KNSI) - The Benton County Fair continues Thursday with a big bash of steel and metal in the grandstands. The big event is tonight's demolition derby, with the crashing underway at 7:30 p.m. The 111th...
Jake Judd Aug 01, 2024 Jake Judd/KNSI News

Stearns County Fair Grandstand Comes To Life, Goats Featured On Day 2
(KNSI) - No kidding around, the Stearns County Fair is going to the goats on Thursday. The local 4-H club is putting the adorable barn animals in the spotlight. Shows run at 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. Sheep w...
Ashley Menzemer Aug 01, 2024 Wright County Facebook

St. Cloud Mayoral Candidates Talk About Race's Biggest Issues
(KNSI) - Downtown, housing, and jobs have become the main themes in this year's St. Cloud mayoral campaign. All six candidates recently sat down with outgoing mayor Dave Kleis for an interview to intr...
Ashley Menzemer Jul 31, 2024 Jake Judd/KNSI News

East Side Residents Urged to Stay Weather-Aware Wednesday Due to Broken Weather Siren
(KNSI) - Residents on St. Cloud's east side will need to be extra weather-aware on Wednesday due to a broken weather warning siren. The device is near McDonald's and East St. Germain Street and needs ...
Jake Judd Jul 31, 2024 Jake Judd/KNSI News