Category Archives: Community News

Deadline Approaching for Nonprofits to Register for United Way's Days of Caring Volunteer Help
(KNSI) - Nonprofit organizations across the region looking for help with upkeep face a Friday deadline to get a helping hand from the United Way of Central Minnesota during its annual Days of Caring. ...
Jake Judd Jul 30, 2025 Jake Judd KNSI News

Party on the Patio! Adding Root Beer Floats For August
(KNSI) - Powder Ridge is amping up the fun for its August "Party on the Patio!" event to fight through the dog days of summer. In addition to the usual live music performance, outdoor bar and food, an...
Ashley Kolling Jul 30, 2025 Powder Ridge Facebook

Tri-County Humane Society Low Cost Microchip Clinic Set Up for National Night Out
(KNSI) - Tri-County Humane Society and the City of St. Cloud are partnering for a low-cost microchip clinic in conjunction with National Night Out. The clinic will be on Tuesday, August 5th, from 4:00...
Jennifer Lewerenz Jul 30, 2025 Tri-County Humane Society

Benton County Fair Offers Up Jam Packed Wednesday Lineup
(KNSI) - The Benton County Fair rolls into midweek and into full swing with a jam packed day on Wednesday. Main buildings, including the Discovery center, Ag Craft exhibits, Sports Arena, and Heritage...
Jennifer Lewerenz Jul 30, 2025 Jake Judd/KNSI News

Stearns County Hosts Community Conversations: Land, Lakes, & Rivers Wednesday, July 30th
(KNSI) - Local residents will have an opportunity to discuss environmental concerns at a community meeting Wednesday focused on the Mississippi River Sartell Watershed. The event, titled "Community Co...
Jennifer Lewerenz Jul 30, 2025 Stearns County

Air Quality Alert Extended Through Saturday as Wildfire Smoke Chokes Minnesota
(KNSI) - As heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to blanket the state, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has extended an air quality alert through 5:00 p.m. Saturday, August 2nd. Health ...
Jake Judd Jul 29, 2025 Jennifer Lewerenz/KNSI News

Benton County Fair Opens To Public Tuesday
(KNSI) - The great central Minnesota get together is back for another year in Sauk Rapids. The Benton County Fair starts on Tuesday, but the grounds are already bustling with activity, as most of the ...
Ashley Kolling Jul 28, 2025 Benton County Fair

University of Minnesota, CentraCare Cut Ribbon on St. Cloud Regional Campus
(KNSI) - The ribbon has been cut on the first University of Minnesota Medical School expansion in 50 years. The CentraCare St. Cloud Regional Campus welcomes its first class of 24 students next month....
Ashley Kolling Jul 28, 2025 KNSI News

Three Honored for Outstanding Giving with Central Minnesota Philanthropy Awards
(KNSI) - The Central Minnesota Community Foundation has announced this year's Awards in Philanthropy winners. The three honors are given to people whose generosity and commitment have left lasting imp...
Jake Judd Jul 25, 2025 Central Minnesota Community Foundation

Freight Train Hauling Hazardous Materials Derails Near Watkins; No Injuries or Leaks Reported
(KNSI) - A freight train hauling hazardous materials derailed on Thursday evening near Watkins, though authorities report no railcars were punctured and there is no leak or threat to public safety. Ac...
Jake Judd Jul 25, 2025 Meeker County Sheriff Squad Logo