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
St. Cloud’s First ‘Escape Rooms’ Ready to Open [VIDEO]
After four months of planning and preparation, two brothers from Cold Spring are ready to open the first escape rooms in the St. Cloud area. Escape rooms are live games where a group of people are locked in a room for an hour and must solve a series of riddles and puzzles to get out.
The Weekender: Music Tributes, Grease and More!
You'd be an April Fool if you don't check out what's going on this weekend, with tributes to influential artists like Jackson Browne at Pioneer Place and Janis Joplin at the Ordway, GREAT Theatre kicks off their final show of the season with Grease at the Paramount, the unique mime/dance/puppet show of Teatro Hugo & Ines hits the stage at St. Ben's and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat hits the stage at the Orpheum. Read more in The Weekender!
Boys and Girls Club Receives Over $55K from St. Cloud Subaru
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota received a donation of $55,398 from St. Cloud Subaru.
Over 30 Events Featured in This Year’s BLEND Kids Series
BLEND (Better Living: Exercise and Nutrition Daily) released their schedule for the 2016 Fit Kids Club Series. -- featuring 31 races, walks and other outdoor activities coming up this year around central Minnesota.
Foley Elementary Students Collect Pennies for Homeless Veterans [VIDEO]
Students at St. John's Area School in Foley collected over 80 pounds of pennies to help a local non-profit raise money for homeless veterans.
MSB: Do Your Research Before Buying Cute Pets for Easter Gifts
The Minnesota School of Business is reminding you that while ducklings and bunnies may be a cute Easter gift, they're not always the best idea.
The Weekender: Scotty McCreery, Riverdance, and More!
This weekend is big on music, as American Idol winner, Scott McCreery, performs at Mystic Lake, '70s rock band America hits the stage at Grand Casino Hinckley, The Oak Ridge Boys bring their country gospel to Grand Casino Mille Lacs, and Riverdance celebrates 20 years with a show at the State Theatre. Read more in The Weekender!
SCSU Student Athletes Speak Out Against Athletic Cuts
A rally was held Wednesday at St. Cloud State University by student athletes who oppose the administration's decision to cut six sports from its athletic program.
Minnesota Facing Statewide Teacher Shortages
The Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA) announced last week school boards across the state are facing teacher shortages.
Holocaust Survivor to Share Her Story at SCSU
There will be a unique opportunity Wednesday night at St. Cloud State University to visit with a Holocaust survivor.
GREAT Theatre Releases Schedule for 2016-2017 Season
ST. CLOUD -- GREAT Theatre has announced its show schedule for the 2016-2017 season. In honor of what would be Roald Dahl's 100 birthday, two of the shows are based on the influential author's work -- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and James and the Giant Peach. Other notable productions include musical versions of Sister Act and A Christmas Story, the children's classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the popular dinner theatre show, Tony N' Tina's Wedding.
New Owners Bringing Bigger Names, Better Lineup to Halfway Jam
Central Minnesota's annual summer rock festival, Halfway Jam, has new owners who intent on bringing in bigger and better acts for 2016.