Category Archives: Community News
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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....
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...
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...
Jul 25, 2025 Meeker County Sheriff Squad Logo
St. Cloud Apollo Joins Tech's Co-Op Swim Team to Boost Numbers and Competitiveness
(KNSI) - St. Cloud Apollo will join Tech High School's co-op boys' swimming and diving team under the Crush name, the school board approved Wednesday night. The merger addresses declining participatio...
Jul 24, 2025 Unsplash
Police and Firefighters Casting a Line Friday at Lake George
(KNSI) - Kids from across St. Cloud are encouraged to come along with the police and fire departments for a shoreline stakeout on Friday morning. The Lake George Fishing Club is hosting a Badges and B...
Jul 24, 2025 City of St. Cloud
St. Cloud Schools Launch Graduation Review After Commencement Brawl; Changes to Come for Class of 2026
(KNSI) - The St. Cloud Area School District will survey community members about improving graduation ceremonies following a fight that broke out during Tech High School's May 31st commencement at Rive...
Jul 24, 2025 Jake Judd/KNSI News