I am a graduate of St. Cloud State University - Class of 2015. I grew up in the small town of Clarkfield, MN from 1989-2008. I began interning here at Townsquare Media in January of 2014 doing on-air and event stuff. After my internship ended, I continued to linger around the building because I enjoyed doing so (and no one kicked me out). I was lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time as I was hired on as a full-time reporter for WJON in August 2014, for which I am very grateful. A little about me: I love sports - especially football (I bleed purple and gold), I am a huge nerd about movies, I hate pina coladas and can't stand getting caught in the rain, and my favorite food is steak.
Isaac Schweer
Local Child Care Providers Voice Concerns to State Committee
The number of child care providers in Minnesota is down and a public meeting was held at Waite Park City Hall Wednesday by a state committee to hear from local providers.
UPDATE: Sheriff Identifies 2 People Found Dead in Rural Eden Valley
The Meeker County Sheriff's Office has released the identities of the two people found dead Monday in rural Eden Valley. The sheriff's office responded to the report of two people who were possibly dead in a home in the 56900 block of 340th Street in Harvey Township just after 2:30 p.m.
Super Tuesday: Democratic Supporters Turn Out at Talahi
It's Super Tuesday and caucuses are being held all over the state for the politically-active to show their support for their respective parties.
Talisha Barlow Makes History as St. Cloud’s First Black Female Officer [VIDEO]
History was made when Talisha Barlow became St. Cloud's first black female officer.
Smoking Sauna Causes Waite Park Rejuv to be Evacuated
Rejuv Medical in Waite Park had to be evacuated this (Monday) afternoon when a sauna began to smoke.
The Weekender: Musical Tributes, Comedians, Penguins, & More!
This weekend is filled with entertaining options as Justin Ploof and the Throwbacks pay homage to the greatest duos in rock history, comedians Jason Schommer and Mary Rowles crack the crowd up at the Paramount, the Lake Wobegon Brass Band visits St. Cloud, GREAT Theatre kicks off Mr. Popper's Penguins at St. John's and an evening of live music and comedy for a great cause goes on at the Red Carpet. Read more about it in The Weekender!
Plans Taking Shape for New Wenner Location in Cold Spring
Plans to start construction on the new $10 million retail project along Highway 23 in Cold Spring took a step forward at their city council meeting tonight (Tuesday).
State Admonishes “Offensive and Distasteful” License Plate
A picture of a custom license plate with an anti-Muslim message caused a stir on social media this weekend, leading the state to apologize and revoke the plates today (Monday).
Farm Show to Cause Traffic Delays Downtown
Traffic will be slowed Monday near the River's Edge Convention Center.
News @ Noon: Local Organization Works to Eliminate Stigma of Mental Illness
A local organization has been formed to raise awareness and eliminate the stigma of mental illness.
Sartell-Sauk Rapids Girls Hockey Receives Warm Send-Off to State [VIDEO]
A send-off was held at Bernick's Arena in Sartell this (Wednesday) afternoon for the state tournament-bound Sartell-Sauk Rapids girls hockey team.
UPDATE: Drivers Named in Sauk Rapids Head-On Crash
Four people were hurt in a head-on crash tonight Monday night in Sauk Rapids.