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SUBSCRIBE NOW for full access Home News Sports Life Opinion Entertainment Business Watchdog Photo-Video USA TODAY Archives Advertise with Us Business Directory Public Notices Corrections More Home News Sports Life Opinion Entertainment Business Watchdog Photo-Video USA TODAY Archives Advertise with Us Business Directory Public Notices Corrections Search Subscribe salutation Manage Account Access e-Edition Newsletters Pay Bill Report Delivery Issues Pause Delivery Subscriber Guide Help Center Sign Out Have an existing account? Sign In Already have a subscription? Activate Your Account Don't have an account? Create One Advertisement Get the news 80 new COVID-19 cases reported in Stearns County The number of people who tested positive for the novel coronavirus reached 4,644 Wednesday, and 319 people have died. Pork, poultry affected, but overall grocery supply stable COVID-19 deaths in care centers draw state’s attention Coronavirus Updates Pork, poultry affected, but overall grocery supply stable COVID-19, air pollution and H.R. 763 Let’s continue gradual return to work 80 new COVID-19 cases reported in Stearns County Advocates: Staff issues core to elder abuse claims Mozey: A heartbreaking end to spring sports Quick Links Real Estate Obituaries E-Edition Calendar Crosswords Comics Advertise Help News Tip Order Photos Subscribe Contact Us Data Central Whitney Time Country Mile Support Local Businesses - Buy A Gift Card Advocates: Staff issues core to elder abuse claims A 26-month review by Elder Abuse Family Advocates highlights facilities with multiple investigations and offers suggestions for families of residents. Local | 12 hours ago Workers walk out of Pilgrim’s Pride over COVID-19 concerns Workers' concerns include a lack of transparency about COVID-19 exposure and workers reporting to work too soon after being sent home. Business | 1 day ago Minnesota producers euthanize livestock; food supply stable State Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen said Monday consumers may see some higher prices, especially if the coronavirus outbreak continues Minnesota | 1 day ago Sauk Rapids nursing home confirms case of COVID-19 The nursing home has enacted its COVID-19 emergency response and informed residents, families and staff. Local | 17 hours ago Hundreds of workers test positive for COVID-19 at Worthington meatpacking plant, Minnesota officials More than 200 workers at the JBS plant in Worthington have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. News | 11 hours ago St. Joe couple celebrates 70 years amid pandemic Carol and Hobbie Schleicher's family surprised them with a party through the windows at Serenity Place on Seventh for their platinum anniversary Local | 14 hours ago Finding Good: Pizza, water giveaway mark ‘May Day’ 'Finding Good Amid COVID-19' is an SC Times feature that shares local efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic Local | 1 day ago Coronavirus: St. Cloud-area cancellations and closures Officials are also looking at next steps of community mitigation, including discussions about limiting large gatherings. News | 2 days ago Get the Go-See-Do in the 3-2-0 Email Newsletter Looking for local fun? Find it. Book it. Here. Thanks for signing up for the Go-See-Do in the 3-2-0 newsletter We're sorry. something went wrong. Please try again soon, or contact Customer Service at 1-877-424-4921 Sign up for more Newsletters April 2020 deaths Local | 9 hours ago Voting extended in SC Times Bracket Challenge semis The semifinal round of voting will go until May 9 High-school-sports | 13 hours ago COVID-19, air pollution and H.R. 763 COVID-19 and chronic lung disease due to air pollution are realities we will struggle against for the foreseeable future. by John Mahowald, Eve Wallinga, Gary Wallinga | 12 hours ago Let’s continue gradual return to work As we continue to use social distancing, we also need to begin looking at how to gradually and carefully re-open our main street businesses. by Rep. Tim O’Driscoll | 12 hours ago SCSU cancels youth wrestling camps due to COVID-19 Bianchini named Rookie Wrestler of the Year Sports | 12 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Gophers track recruit misses out on final ROCORI season ROCORI senior Carley Kremer won't get the chance to better her ninth-place finish at state last year after the track season was canceled due to COVID-19 High-school-sports | 12 hours ago See the stories behind our Instagram posts Saw a post on the St. Cloud Times Instagram and want to know more? You've come to the right place. Local | 1 day ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Mozey: A heartbreaking end to spring sports Sports reporter Brian Mozey reflects on the past week as the MSHSL announced the cancellation of the spring season. High-school-sports | 12 hours ago St. Cloud professor, author wins Minnesota book award Christopher Lehman's book examines Minnesota's ties to slaveholder wealth. Local | 20 hours ago Pence lauds state’s COVID-19 fight at Mayo Clinic '...The fact that you've made the progress that you've made, that the impacts here in Minnesota have been at the level that they've been, is a testament' Minnesota | 20 hours ago Pence under fire for going maskless at Mayo Clinic Video feeds show that Pence did not wear a mask when he met with a Mayo employee who has recovered from COVID-19 and is now donating plasma Local | 1 day ago MSHSL provides new limitations for spring season The Minnesota State High School League has released new limitations for the remainder of the spring season. High-school-sports | 1 day ago Dad sentenced for taking kids while brandishing gun Sentences, pleas and other developments in local cases Local | 1 day ago COVID-19: More tests cited for Stearns cases jumping by 31 The number of people statewide who tested positive for coronavirus reached 4,181 Tuesday; 301 people have died. Stearns cites more testing for its jump Local | 1 day ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Sauk Rapids, Albany announce senior college decisions Sauk Rapids and Albany announced its student-athletes and the college commitments for their respective sports. High-school-sports | 1 day ago St. Cloud man arrested after task force drug bust The 58-year-old was booked in Stearns County Jail after being arrested Monday Local | 1 day ago Recent Obituaries See more obituaries Search obituaries by name Search Opinion: Emmer continues to connect with constituents Congressman Emmer continues to place a premium on constituent service and communication. by Abby Rime | 1 day ago Senior facility evacuated due to COVID-19 to close Nearly 50 residents were moved from Meridian Manor April 18; as of Monday, 21 residents have tested positive for COVID-19 out of 59 residents Minnesota | 1 day ago Pence to visit Mayo to learn about COVID-19 test Approach could help Minnesota become one of the most aggressive states at testing on the scale experts say is necessary to safely reopen the economy Minnesota | 1 day ago Volunteers keep eye out for emerald ash borers The volunteers learn to identify ash trees and look for woodpecker activity. The survey happens once a year in April. Local | 1 day ago Marketplace CARS JOBS HOMES BUSINESS DIRECTORY Voter registration ramps up as MN becomes 2020 battleground The Center for Voter Information sent out nearly 6,500 registration forms in Stearns County in January, enough to shift results in local elections Local | 2 days ago Freedom took a holiday – without us Freedom just decided it was not appreciated enough, and while we were fussing about our latest trials ordering a latte, freedom eased out the door. by Patricia Wilson | 2 days ago State ramps up COVID-19 tests; Stearns adds 17 cases Statewide death toll nears 300; hog farms lack places to send animals for processing as packing facilities close News | 2 days ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Flipgrid keeps St. Cloud students active Alexandra Badger developed the #GetFitAtHome Challenge program for St. Cloud Area School District students to stay active during COVID-19 crisis...