Category Archives: Community News

CentraCare Hails Stuff the Ambulance Toy Drive as its Best Ever
(KNSI) - CentraCare says its recent Stuff the Ambulance toy drive was a "heartwarming display of community spirit and generosity." The healthcare system had rigs parked in popular spots in six central...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 12, 2023 CentraCare Health

St. Cloud Parks and Recreation Department Invites Community Input at Park Improvement Open House
(KNSI) - The St. Cloud Parks and Recreation Department is holding a park improvement informational open house to highlight improvements, gain feedback and answer questions regarding planned improvemen...
Jennifer Lewerenz Dec 12, 2023 City of St. Cloud

State Officials Shine Spotlight on Energy Assistance to Aid Low-Income Minnesotans
(KNSI) - State officials highlighted the resources available to help low-income Minnesotans with energy assistance on Monday. The governor and Minnesota Commerce Department Commissioner Grace Arnold c...
Jennifer Lewerenz Dec 12, 2023 Unsplash

St. John's Grad Earns Prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, Speaks With KNSI News Before Heading to Oxford
(KNSI) - A St. John's University graduate is getting ready to continue his studies in England after being named a Rhodes Scholar. Jervon Sands is only the second Johnnie in the school's history and th...
Jake Judd Dec 12, 2023 Jake Judd/KNSI News

Public Input Sought as Sartell-St. Stephen Superintendent Search Underway
(KNSI) - The Sartell-St. Stephen School District is asking for public input as they begin their search for a permanent superintendent. Tom Lee took the job on an interim basis this summer but will onl...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 12, 2023 Sartell-St. Stephen School District

St. Cloud Company Takes Center Stage as Global Trade and Investment Leader
(KNSI) - A St. Cloud-based company is being recognized at the state level as a global trade and investment leader. Microbiologics, Inc. is one of seven companies held up as examples of companies showi...
Jennifer Lewerenz Dec 11, 2023 Department of Employment and Economic Development

Obbink Distilling Drops Holiday Hosting Secrets in Mixology Class
(KNSI) - Cocktail classes have come to central Minnesota, providing the tips you need to entertain like a pro. It makes a unique and practical Christmas gift that the recipient will be sure to appreci...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 11, 2023 Jake Judd KNSI News

Batteries Plus Bulbs Holding Card Writing Campaign For Isolated Seniors
(KNSI) - A local business is asking you to make out an extra Christmas card or two this holiday season for our area's most vulnerable population. Batteries Plus Bulbs is collecting the cards until Dec...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 08, 2023 Pixabay

Final Weekend for Inaugural St. Cloud Lights Festival at Spalt Park
Originally published November 30th, 2023 Updated December 8th, 2023 (KNSI) - This weekend marks the last for the inaugural St. Cloud Lights Festival at Spalt Park. Students, families, and officials at...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 08, 2023 Jennifer Lewerenz/KNSI News

Sauk Rapids Downtown Jingle and Mingle Set for December 9th
(KNSI) - The Downtown Jingle and Mingle will light up Sauk Rapids on December 9th. Festival Coordinator Marla Elness says the event is meant to be a boost to area businesses. "We've focused a lot of o...
Ashley Menzemer Dec 08, 2023 Jake Judd/KNSI News