Stearns County's Roxanne Gerads Honored For Election Leadership

UNDATED (WJON News) -- A Stearns County election official has received an award for her long-standing service. Elections Supervisor Roxanne Gerads has received the Minnesota Excellence in Elections Award.

Gerads received the honor in recognition of her 27 years of service to the county and her leadership, guidance, and support to city and township election officials. The award was created in 2025 to honor election officials throughout Minnesota who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, leadership, and a commitment to strengthening election administration. Secretary of State Steve Simon presented the award to Gerads on Sunday.

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Then-Former President Donald Trump Holds Rally In St. Cloud

2024 Republican Presidential Candidate and former President Donald Trump held a rally at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center on the St. Cloud State University campus on July 27, 2024. Check out photos from his visit.

Gallery Credit: Paul Habstritt