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Air Quality Alert Issued for Northwest and North Central Minnesota Due to Wildfire Smoke
(KNSI) - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for northwest and north central Minnesota, effective from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11th. The alert covers ...
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Pawn Shop That Put Its Best Foot Forward for 40 Years Calls It Quits
(KNSI) - The business famous for having an abandoned artificial body part hanging on the wall says it is closing its doors. Security Coin and Pawn owners Martin and Joanne Fulayter are preparing to re...
Jul 10, 2025 Jake Judd/KNSI News
Interim St. Cloud State University President Larry Dietz is Stepping Down
(KNSI) - St. Cloud State University will soon begin the search for a new president as Interim President Larry Dietz prepares to step down earlier than expected. Dietz, who took over in July 2024 on a ...
Jul 10, 2025 Jake Judd/KNSI News
Anna Marie's Founder Dies at 83 Years Old
(KNSI) - To women fleeing domestic violence in the St. Cloud area, Maxine Barnett was already a guardian angel. After dying at age 83 on July 5th, it has become official. Barnett grew up in Sioux Fall...
Jul 09, 2025
Cyclists Pedal 500 Miles Across Central Minnesota to Build Homes and Hope
(KNSI) - The Bike.Build.Home 500, a five-day cycling fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity, is taking place in central Minnesota for the first time during its 35th year. Dozens of riders from across the...
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Nationwide Arrest Warrant Issued for Suspect in Moorhead Drive-By Shooting
(KNSI) - The Clay County Attorney's Office has issued a nationwide arrest warrant for a 17-year-old suspect in a murder case from last month. The teen is wanted on four felony counts, including 1st de...
Jul 09, 2025
Stearns County Deputies to Serve Up Root Beer Floats and Fun at Community Event
(KNSI) - The Stearns County Sheriff's Office is looking to share a sweet treat during the 5th annual Community Floats event on Thursday, July 17th. Deputies will be scooping root beer floats at River'...
Jul 09, 2025 Lance Anderson/Unsplash
St. Cloud Cost of Living Less Than National Average
(KNSI) - A new study reveals it costs less to live in St. Cloud than the average American city, but it is more expensive than most of our Minnesota counterparts. The overall index for the city is 96.6...
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Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation Photo Contest Now Taking Submissions
(KNSI) - Shutterbugs are encouraged to rush to find the perfect freeze frame to show off the St. Cloud region. Beginning today, organizers are welcoming snaps from throughout the area that highlight n...
Jul 09, 2025
St. Cloud Planning Commission Approves Affordable Housing Development Despite Neighborhood Opposition
(KNSI) - St. Cloud's planning commission unanimously approved a housing development proposal that would add more affordable units, despite strong neighborhood opposition. The Bear Ridge Addition is se...
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