Category Archives: Community News

Division Street East/Highway 23 Intersection Closure Scheduled
(KNSI) - Another construction closure will go into effect next week on St. Cloud's east side. Beginning on Monday, August 7th, the intersection of Highway 23 and Division Street East will be closed. A...
Ashley Menzemer Jul 31, 2023 Minnesota Department of Transportation

BCA Releases Details On Fatal State Patrol Shooting on I94
(KNSI) - A man was killed after a Minnesota State Trooper fired shots during a traffic stop on a major interstate in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says around 1:50 a.m. on...
Jake Judd Jul 31, 2023 Jake Judd (KNSI News)

Your Window to Participate in the Stearns County Parks Survey is Closing
(KNSI) - It's the last week to let your voice be heard on the future of Stearns County's Parks. The survey closes on Friday, August 4th. Officials say by responding, you are letting your thoughts and ...
Jake Judd Jul 31, 2023 Stearns County Parks Department

Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dies from cancer at 70
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Paul Reubens, the actor and comedian whose character Pee-wee Herman became a cultural phenomenon through films and TV shows, has died. Reubens died Sunday night after a six-year str...
Associated Press Jul 31, 2023 Associated Press

National Night Out is Tuesday
(KNSI) - Tuesday is the 40th annual National Night Out celebration. There will be block parties across central Minnesota, including St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids, and Waite Park. St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis s...
Jake Judd Jul 31, 2023 Jake Judd (KNSI News)

Two tribal nations to open Minnesota's first legal recreational marijuana dispensaries
WHITE EARTH, Minn. (AP) - At least two tribal nations are expected to open Minnesota's first recreational marijuana dispensaries in August as recreational marijuana becomes legal to possess and grow i...
Associated Press Jul 31, 2023 Unsplash

August Marks the Start of National Shooting Sports Month
(KNSI) - August marks the start of National Shooting Sports Month. It encourages participation in shooting sports and emphasizes firearm safety. Jason Falconer is the owner of Tactical Advantage in Wa...
Jake Judd Jul 31, 2023 Unsplash

Missing Man Found Unharmed Near Two Rivers Campground
(KNSI) - Benton County Sheriff's deputies were able to locate a potentially suicidal man before he hurt himself early Friday morning. The department was called to Two Rivers Campground near Royalton a...
Ashley Menzemer Jul 28, 2023 Benton County Sheriff's Office

Lake Wobegon Trail Work Wrapping Friday
(KNSI) - The Lake Wobegon Trail will be open across Stearns County for the weekend. Crews have finished crack sealing and will be wrapping up seal coating today, which is being laid down only between ...
Ashley Menzemer Jul 28, 2023 Stearns County Parks

Four People Set to be Honored by Central Minnesota Community Foundation
(KNSI) - The Central Minnesota Community Foundation announces that four people will be receiving recognition at this September's Celebration of Philanthropy Social in September. The event is scheduled...
Ashley Menzemer Jul 28, 2023 Central Minnesota Community Foundation