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Leaked Tracklist For Post Malone’s ‘F-1 Trillion’ Reveals More Huge Country Collaborations
Post Malone's new country album F-1 Trillion is set to arrive in just a few weeks and so far he's remained pretty tight-lipped about the full tracklist. Enter, Target. The retail giant reportedly accidentally leaked the songs list for the project on it's pre-order page. While the photos are no longer on the site, that didn't stop some fans from snapping a screenshot of what they saw.
Going to the Trump Rally in St. Cloud? Here’s What You Need to Know
(ST. CLOUD) -- Folks will soon be lining up for the big campaign rally in St. Cloud Saturday for former President Donald Trump and his vice-presidential running mate J.D. Vance. The Trump-Vance campaign has sent out instructions to supporters who plan to attend the indoor rally at St. Cloud State...
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
After 53 Years, Southwest Airlines Ditching Open Seating
For most people on most airlines, when you get on a plane, you have your assigned seat already and know just where you will end up. The only exception has been Southwest Airlines. That exception no longer exists. After 53 Years, Southwest Airlines Will Ditch Open Seating. The last airline...
Four-Vehicle Pileup Injures Three People Near Buffalo
CHATHAM TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A four-vehicle crash in Wright County Friday morning injured three people. The crash happened on Highway 55 at Wright County Road 12 just before 7:00 a.m. The vehicles were all traveling eastbound on Highway 55 just outside of Buffalo when they collided. The Minnesota State...
Jason Aldean Fan Pummeled By Police During Concert In Georgia [WATCH]
A Jason Aldean fan in Georgia crossed the line, literally. The man tried to jump on stage but only got to the edge before security and police swarmed and tackled him. Video shows three men responding to the stage-crasher, and they weren't politely escorting him away. He's whisked away like a dead deer as Aldean finishes a song.
Evidence of Increased COVID Cases in St. Cloud Area
COVID cases are on the rise in the St. Cloud area. St. Cloud Public Services Director Tracy Hodel says they are seeing a spike in cases starting in early July but the uptick in cases have since plateaued. For the past few years the City of St. Cloud has been monitoring COVID cases through wastewater virus detection. Hodel says they monitor the dead virus in the wastewater that people shed. She says this includes more than just the St. Cloud metro but also encompasses surrounding communities. Hodel says the levels are similar to what was detected during the winter months.
23 Grants Awarded in Central Minnesota Totaling Over $195,000
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Over $195,000 has been granted through three grant rounds offered through the Central Minnesota Community Foundation. This year's Difference Maker focus was on mental health. Grants ranging between $15,000 and $20,000 went to organizations like the Center for Victims of Torture, The Village Family Service Center, and The Yes Network.
WATCH: Post Malone + Luke Combs Drop New Collab ‘Guy for That’ with a Music Video
Post Malone is at it again with another country collaboration, this time with Luke Combs on a new track called "Guy For That." The pair first teased the song in February, but the song was seemingly shelved until now. Keeping with his tradition of releasing music videos with his tracks,...
Ex-Police Employee Facing Charges For Most Insane Crime Involving Vienna Sausages
Nothing beats a small-town scandal. Not quite sure where to even start with this one, to be honest — but the most insane crime just happened, and you should buckle up as this story is weird and twisted for sure. This all played out in the small town of...
Jelly Roll + MGK Put a New Spin on John Denver’s ‘ Take Me Home, Country Roads’ [Listen]
Jelly Roll is once again stepping outside of country music for a stellar cross-genre collaboration — this time with MGK. It's not a complete deviation from the format, though, as the pair have come together for a re-imagining of John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads." The "I Am...
Olympic Watch Party Planned for Alise Post Willoughby
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- St. Cloud's Alise Post Willoughby will be going for the gold again at this year's Olympic Games. Details of a watch party to help cheer her on have just been released. Watch parties are planned for both Thursday and Friday, August 1st and 2nd at noon at the Ultimate Sports Bar and Grill in Waite Park.
Woman Runs Over Fast-Food Worker With Car Because of Botched Order
Fast-food restaurants have been under some scrutiny lately for their inflated prices. If you do get fast food nowadays, you want to be extra-sure that your order is correct before leaving, as it could be a costly mistake if not. But one woman took her dissatisfaction with her order to a whole new level.
Man Seriously Hurt in a Meeker County Job Site Accident
ELLSWORTH TOWNSHIP (WJON News) -- A Slayton, Minnesota man had to be airlifted to the hospital after being hurt on a job site in Meeker County. Sheriff's deputies were called to the 67000 block of County Road 18 Thursday at around 6:45 p.m. It's a rural location between Dassel and Hutchinson.
WJON’s Planned Coverage of Trump Rally in St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Saturday will be a big day in St. Cloud's political history. Republican Presidential Candidate and former President Donald Trump, along with his Vice Presidential running mate JD Vance are holding a campaign rally in town. WJON is planning team coverage of the event with WJON...
What You Need To Know About The Big Road Closure In Princeton
St. Cloud isn't the only area experiencing orange cones this summer. The changes are welcome and necessary. but may create a bit of a headache for downtown businesses and residents for the next week or so. The city we are talking about is Princeton. My hometown has one major stretch...
9 Traits Minnesotans Seem To Have If They Grew Up Poor
Not everyone has everything growing up. Many people grow up without a lot and don't even notice it. People who grow up without having a silver spoon in their mouths often learn and develop traits that will serve them well for the rest of their lives. Here are 9 traits that many people who grew up without much seem to have.
Several Events Planned for Downtown St. Cloud
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- The next Art Crawl in downtown St. Cloud is coming up on Friday, August 23rd. In advance of that, there is an effort being organized to help spruce up the area. Downtown Alliance Director Rachel Lolmasteymaugh says anyone is welcome to pitch in. We would...
St. Joe Planning Pop Up Slash Pad
The City of St. Joseph is planning a pop up splash pad for Saturday August 3 offered by the St. Joe Recreation Department and the St. Joe Fire Department. The splash pad will be from 1-3 p.m. in the field behind the city Government Center off of Callaway Street East.
Read All About It! Large Book Sale In Cold Spring
Do you love to read? I've been buying the Dune series of books, and each one of the books ranges from $16 to $21. If you love to read, you'll want to take advantage of this big book sale this weekend, where you can get great reads from some of the most popular authors for as low as $1 per book.
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