I'm a St. Cloud State University graduate. While at SCSU, I spent many hours working at the campus radio station - KVSC. Being a reporter has always been a dream of mine. I started my professional career at WJON in 2015 as a news reporter and anchor. I absolutely love my job and never knowing what each day will bring. I mostly cover higher education, business and the towns of Clearwater and Cold Spring. I love baking, fashion, dancing and singing loudly in my car. Outside of the newsroom, I host WJON's Rush Hour show weeknights from 5-6 alongside my colleague Richard Leguil. To reach out email chrissy@wjon.com
Chrissy Gaetke
Midtown Square Mall Continues to Reinvent Itself
With a long time St. Cloud business moving in, Midtown Square Mall continues to evolve over time. The mall features nearly 50 businesses, with St. Cloud Floral planning to move in this September.
Mille Lacs Lake Ranks as #1 for Bass Fishing in the Country
Plenty of healthy bass is why Mille Lacs lake has been named the best lake in the country for bass fishing. Out of 12 other lakes, Mille Lacs ranks as number one by Bassmaster Magazine due to its high number of healthy smallmouth bass.
Cold Spring Moves Forward with Splash Pad Project
A great way to beat the heat, Cold Spring is in favor of building a splash pad.The city is moving forward with plans to develop a splash pad.
Two Men Escape Fiery Crash in Melrose
Two men were hurt in a fiery crash involving a semi Tuesday morning. Stearns County Sheriff Don Gudmundson says the incident happened shortly before 8:30 a.m. at the intersection of County Road 13 and County Road 17, just north of Melrose.
Sexual Assault Violence Prevention Summit Underway at SCSU
More than 250 representatives from over 60 college campuses around the state are coming together in St. Cloud to help prevent sexual assault on campus. The 2017 Minnesota Campus Sexual Violence Prevention Summit is underway at St. Cloud State University.
St. Cloud Couples to Donate 3K to Salvation Army School Supplies Program
Two St. Cloud couples are working together to raise money for the St. Cloud Salvation Army's Back to School Fundraiser. Ann Thelen and Mark Thelen along with Diana Murphy-Podawiltz and Mike Podawiltz will be donating a minimum of $3,000 with the goal of raising $6,000.
UPDATE: Isanti County Deputies Find Missing Vulnerable Teen
A vulnerable boy who wandered away from his home late Wednesday night in Isanti County has been found. Isanti County Sheriff Chris Caulk says 16-year-old, Kaine Martinez was located around 7:00 p.m. Thursday.
Man Hurt in Highway 25 Monticello Crash
A Crystal man was hurt in a two car crash in Monticello Tuesday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened shortly after 11:00 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 25 and 7th Street West.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Seeking ‘Bigs’ to Pair with ‘Littles’
You have a chance to build memories and a life long friendship with a child. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota is looking for more mentor volunteers. The organization works to pair kids in the central Minnesota area with a caring adult, that will be a positive influence on the child.
Big Lake Motorcycle Crash Sends Man to Hospital
A St. Michael man was hurt in a motorcycle crash Monday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says the incident happened shortly after 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 10 and 168th Street in Big Lake.
Cold Spring’s Wenner Hardware Store Project Still Underway
The Wenner Do it Best Hardware and Rental store in Cold Spring still has plans to move from its downtown location.
Motorcyclist Hurt in Highway 10 Crash
A Dennison man was hurt in a crash near Little Falls Friday afternoon. The incident happened shortly before 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 10 and 93rd Street, just south of Little Falls.