St. Cloud Live

St. Cloud Live is operated by Forum Communications, a family-owned media organization located in Fargo, North Dakota. This company manages a variety of newspapers, websites, and television stations across Minnesota and the Dakotas. Notably, it includes newspapers in Alexandria, Brainerd, and Wilmar, all situated within a 70-mile distance from St. Cloud.

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Ask a Trooper: $300 for speeding in construction zone

2 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Jesse Grabow

Question: I know road construction season is starting. Do fines for speeding double in the work zones? Answer: Highway work zones are areas where road construction or maintenance work is underway. Machinery operates day and night and can be moving or stationary. Road workers set up zones with signs and road markings to direct traffic. Motorists must understand and react to these directions. Reduced speeds are often posted in work zones.
Businesses participating in hands-on summer program for teens

4 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Trent Abrego

ST. CLOUD — Central Minnesota Exploring is hosting an immersive week-long program for area teens this summer who want to explore the world of entrepreneurship, according to a release from the organization. The program, which runs June 9-13, is for ages 14-20.
Joel Freed

5 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Anna Paige |Tammy Swift

Aug. 28, 1962 - Mar. 31, 2025 ST. CLOUD, Minn. - Joel Freed, 62, Svea, Minn. died Monday, Mar. 31, in Quiet Oaks Hospice House, St. Cloud MN. A visitation will by held at the Svea Lutheran Church lower level on Saturday May 17, 2025 from 1pm-3pm. A family graveside service will be after the visitation in the Svea Church Cemetary.
Biz Buzz: Restaurant Week highlights local flavors

5 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Trent Abrego

ST. CLOUD — The 2025 St. Cloud Restaurant Week starts on Sunday, May 11, and goes through Saturday, May 17. Visit Greater St. Cloud Executive Director Rachel Thompson said the event started in 2022 to highlight the area's culinary scene for locals and tourists alike. Brandon Testa, owner of the House of Pizza, said the business has participated since the beginning and has seen an increase in customers throughout the week. He expects no different this year.
Mary Neubauer

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Anna Paige |Tammy Swift

Mary Neubauer, 79, formerly of Larimore, ND and St. Cloud, MN, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Unity Hospital in Grafton. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Bellevue Cemetery in Larimore, ND. A luncheon and time of sharing will follow at the Good Friends banquet room in Larimore. Mary Jean Mootz was born on November 5th, 1945, in Northwood, ND, the daughter of Mavis (Ostrom) Mootz and James Mootz. Mary loved life.
Five undrafted players to keep an eye on at Vikings rookie minicamp

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Dane Mizutani

Though the Vikings entered the 2025 NFL Draft with fewer picks than any other team, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah still managed to fill some holes while simultaneously adding depth across the board. The draft picks included Ohio State offensive guard Donovan Jackson, Maryland receiver Tai Felton, Georgia defensive tackle Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, Penn State linebacker Kobe King and Pittsburgh tight end Gavin Bartholomew.
Ruth Jahnke

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Anna Paige |Tammy Swift

Oct. 21, 1946 - May. 07, 2025 ST. CLOUD, Minn. - Ruth Jahnke, 78, Danube, Minn. died Wednesday, May. 7, in St. Cloud Hospital. A memorial service will be on Tuesday, May 13, at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Methodist Church in Danube with Rev. Krey Leesman officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Dirks-Blem Funeral Service of Olivia.
3 join Greater St. Cloud Development Corp. board

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Trent Abrego

ST. CLOUD โ The Greater St. Cloud Development Corp. recently announced three appointees to its board of directors: Paul Radeke of Radeke ConsultingGreta Stark-Kraker of Central Minnesota Community FoundationMary Swingle of Boys and Girls Club of Central MinnesotaโEach of these individuals brings a unique perspective and understanding of the Greater St. Cloud region, as well as a deep commitment to our community,โ Joan Schatz, CEO of Park Industries and development corp.
Crew behind St. Cloud Space Shuttle looking for landing pad

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Trent Abrego

ST. CLOUD — The site selection process for the Space Shuttle Inspiration’s permanent home is “advancing.”That’s the message in a Thursday, May 8, news release from ISP.EARTH, the local nonprofit organization behind the Inspiration mock shuttle. The Inspiration is owned by St. Cloud businessman Felicity-John Pederson. Pederson acquired the shuttle through his company LVX System, which had a contract with NASA. The mock space shuttle was used for training exercises.
Caz Carlson comes back from broken leg, has big season for Rock Ridge, commits to SCSU

6 days ago | stcloudlive.com | Mick Hatten

On Sept. 13, Caz Carlson was playing quarterback in a football game for Rock Ridge High School against Grand Rapids when he broke his leg. "I rolled out of the pocket and my leg hyperextended and a kid landed on it," he said. "It felt weird after that. I played the rest of the drive and we got down to (near) the end zone and I rolled out and got tackled by three guys and got hit in the right spot and I heard it pop." Football is not his top sport.