Photos by Grant Ritchie & Sayan Majhi on UnsplashIt's never been easier to listen to 103.7 The Loon on your Amazon Echo or Google Nest Audio (Google Home) smart speakers.Either way, that's all there is to it. No setup or special app skills are required.Thanks for listening! CommentsLeave A CommentWhat Does AI Think About The Stoplights On Division In St. Cloud?Chick-Fil-A Food Truck Is Set To Stop In Central MN This FridayMN Musician Wins A World Songwriting Award For ‘Best Pop Song’Fact or Fiction? It’s Illegal To Own A Tombstone In MinnesotaA Group From Central MN Hoping To Ride...…Photos by Grant Ritchie & Sayan Majhi on UnsplashIt's never been easier to listen to 103.7 The Loon on your Amazon Echo or Google Nest Audio (Google Home) smart speakers.Either way, that's all there is to it. No setup or special app skills are required.Thanks for listening! CommentsLeave A CommentWhat Does AI Think About The Stoplights On Division In St. Cloud?Chick-Fil-A Food Truck Is Set To Stop In Central MN This FridayMN Musician Wins A World Songwriting Award For ‘Best Pop Song’Fact or Fiction? It’s Illegal To Own A Tombstone In MinnesotaA Group From Central MN Hoping To Ride...WW…

Image Credit: Google MapsFor anyone who has traveled along Division Street in St. Cloud, the first thing they might say to themselves as they are driving is just how many controlled intersections there are along one of the main arteries. It's been a point of frustration for drivers as depending on the time of day, and who is with you on the road, it might take you 10 minutes to get across town, or 25 minutes. This morning I decided to ask ChatGTP's AI if Division Street in St. Cloud had too many stoplights, and its answer didn't surprise us, as it said YES.Get our free mobile appThis is the...…Image Credit: Google MapsFor anyone who has traveled along Division Street in St. Cloud, the first thing they might say to themselves as they are driving is just how many controlled intersections there are along one of the main arteries. It's been a point of frustration for drivers as depending on the time of day, and who is with you on the road, it might take you 10 minutes to get across town, or 25 minutes. This morning I decided to ask ChatGTP's AI if Division Street in St. Cloud had too many stoplights, and its answer didn't surprise us, as it said YES.Get our free mobile appThis is the...WW…

Photo by Brooks O'BrianThis month is the one I was looking forward to most when I moved back here to my home state of Minnesota four months ago.  I love everything about it.  The chill in the air, the perfect hoodie weather, the fall colors and the fact you can do things outside without sweating to death.Get our free mobile appIn my opinion, these are the Top 5 things to do in Central Minnesota in October.  But you be the judge.  Did I miss something?  I'll list them in no particular order.Fall Colors: The colors are just starting to turn.  The...…Photo by Brooks O'BrianThis month is the one I was looking forward to most when I moved back here to my home state of Minnesota four months ago.  I love everything about it.  The chill in the air, the perfect hoodie weather, the fall colors and the fact you can do things outside without sweating to death.Get our free mobile appIn my opinion, these are the Top 5 things to do in Central Minnesota in October.  But you be the judge.  Did I miss something?  I'll list them in no particular order.Fall Colors: The colors are just starting to turn.  The...WW…

(Photo: Ice Castles)I know we just entered into October, but that doesn't mean we can't start planning activities for the family to enjoy this winter. A popular winter attraction announced that it was coming back to Minnesota this winter, except it will be in a new city, which is closer to St. Cloud. The Ice Castles are coming to Maple Grove this winter!According to KMSP-TV the Ice Castles will be in Maple Grove this year. Experience Maple Grove posted the announcement on social media.Maple Grove will transform into a true winter destination in the coming months as we welcome to ! This...…(Photo: Ice Castles)I know we just entered into October, but that doesn't mean we can't start planning activities for the family to enjoy this winter. A popular winter attraction announced that it was coming back to Minnesota this winter, except it will be in a new city, which is closer to St. Cloud. The Ice Castles are coming to Maple Grove this winter!According to KMSP-TV the Ice Castles will be in Maple Grove this year. Experience Maple Grove posted the announcement on social media.Maple Grove will transform into a true winter destination in the coming months as we welcome to ! This...WW…

Photo by Szabó János on UnsplashEvery year when Halloween would roll around I would get a little anxiety.  I'm simply no good at the whole dressing up thing.  I would always ask my Mom and friends for ideas.  My Mom probably loved it because I'd wear anything she'd come up with.  Who are we kidding anyway? I just wanted to hang out with friends and get free candy.But this boy from Duluth clearly embraces every part about Halloween. This might be the best Halloween costume I've ever seen and it's not necessarily the costume itself.  It's really about the boys ability...…Photo by Szabó János on UnsplashEvery year when Halloween would roll around I would get a little anxiety.  I'm simply no good at the whole dressing up thing.  I would always ask my Mom and friends for ideas.  My Mom probably loved it because I'd wear anything she'd come up with.  Who are we kidding anyway? I just wanted to hang out with friends and get free candy.But this boy from Duluth clearly embraces every part about Halloween. This might be the best Halloween costume I've ever seen and it's not necessarily the costume itself.  It's really about the boys ability...WW…

Image Credit: benjamin lehman via unsplashI think it is only safe to assume, at least in current times, that you are constantly being watched out in public. Whether it's walking downtown, in your yard, or doing burnouts in a courthouse parking lot. The last one happened earlier this week in Pine County, and the Sheriff's Office reminded residents and those driving through to avoid the temptation and drive normally through the parking lot.The Pine County Sheriff's Office posted about the incident yesterday afternoon.We remember a post that we did last year about our cameras. Well, this...…Image Credit: benjamin lehman via unsplashI think it is only safe to assume, at least in current times, that you are constantly being watched out in public. Whether it's walking downtown, in your yard, or doing burnouts in a courthouse parking lot. The last one happened earlier this week in Pine County, and the Sheriff's Office reminded residents and those driving through to avoid the temptation and drive normally through the parking lot.The Pine County Sheriff's Office posted about the incident yesterday afternoon.We remember a post that we did last year about our cameras. Well, this...WW…

Photo provided courtesy of Scott McNallyAre you as fascinated by an evening display of the Northern Lights as I am? I may not have the energy to chase after them, but when I find a way to enjoy their undeniable beauty, I love to share it with you. This Minnesota photographer & SCSU Graduate goes above and beyond looking for opportunities to catch the beauty of the northern lights in Minnesota, and now he's sharing the beauty with you.Get our free mobile appScott McNally, a St.Cloud State University graduate from Woodbury Minnesota, offers an amazing 12 x 9 Aurora Calendar for...…Photo provided courtesy of Scott McNallyAre you as fascinated by an evening display of the Northern Lights as I am? I may not have the energy to chase after them, but when I find a way to enjoy their undeniable beauty, I love to share it with you. This Minnesota photographer & SCSU Graduate goes above and beyond looking for opportunities to catch the beauty of the northern lights in Minnesota, and now he's sharing the beauty with you.Get our free mobile appScott McNally, a St.Cloud State University graduate from Woodbury Minnesota, offers an amazing 12 x 9 Aurora Calendar for...WW…

Getty ImagesHaving just moved back to my home state of Minnesota after many years on the West Coast, I'm quickly being reminded of all the misunderstood things having to do with Minnesota.Do you feel like you're always having to explain how things really are to out-of-towners?  I've only been back for 4 months and I already feel it.  So let's just clear it up now.Get our free mobile app Source: Must We Explain? Top 10 Most Misunderstood Things About MinnesotaCommentsLeave A CommentSCSU Graduate Brings Northern Lights To Life In New 2024 CalendarMinnesota’s Favorite Halloween...…Getty ImagesHaving just moved back to my home state of Minnesota after many years on the West Coast, I'm quickly being reminded of all the misunderstood things having to do with Minnesota.Do you feel like you're always having to explain how things really are to out-of-towners?  I've only been back for 4 months and I already feel it.  So let's just clear it up now.Get our free mobile app Source: Must We Explain? Top 10 Most Misunderstood Things About MinnesotaCommentsLeave A CommentSCSU Graduate Brings Northern Lights To Life In New 2024 CalendarMinnesota’s Favorite Halloween...WW…

Getty ImagesSome legendary Twins players are coming back to Target Field this week as the American League Divisional Series comes to Minneapolis. The Twins announced that 4 former players will be participating in the ceremonial first pitch, and the former players that they are bringing back represent some of the best Twins teams in their history here in Minnesota.The Minnesota Twins are making their fans in the land of 10,000 'rakes' rather excited, at least for those of us who remember those championship teams from the 80s and 90s. Heck, even those teams from the early 2000s made an...…Getty ImagesSome legendary Twins players are coming back to Target Field this week as the American League Divisional Series comes to Minneapolis. The Twins announced that 4 former players will be participating in the ceremonial first pitch, and the former players that they are bringing back represent some of the best Twins teams in their history here in Minnesota.The Minnesota Twins are making their fans in the land of 10,000 'rakes' rather excited, at least for those of us who remember those championship teams from the 80s and 90s. Heck, even those teams from the early 2000s made an...WW…

Ever heard the Zamboni song? A follow-up question for you, who performs that song? If you knew the answer was the Minnesota band the Gear Daddies, great job! The band, which is fronted by Matin Zellar, had intermediate success, but one of their albums always had me wondering about its name, and now we know the story behind that album. The album I'm referencing is Billy's Live Bait. This is the machine that inspired the album title, Billy's Live Bait. I always hesitate to explain the stories behind either Gear Daddies album title as they are usually less interesting than one has...…Ever heard the Zamboni song? A follow-up question for you, who performs that song? If you knew the answer was the Minnesota band the Gear Daddies, great job! The band, which is fronted by Matin Zellar, had intermediate success, but one of their albums always had me wondering about its name, and now we know the story behind that album. The album I'm referencing is Billy's Live Bait. This is the machine that inspired the album title, Billy's Live Bait. I always hesitate to explain the stories behind either Gear Daddies album title as they are usually less interesting than one has...WW…