Became a member of the WJON crew during the summer of 2013. Reporting on education, local business, Cold Spring and St. Joseph. Reach out to me with your story ideas and feedback: Dan@wjon.com or 320-257-7205. Always love hearing from listeners and the community. Outside of news I enjoy running outdoors, reading a good book, watching the Twins and Vikings break my heart, traveling and spending time with friends and family. Recent St. Cloud State graduate.
Dan DeBaun
St. Cloud Police See Reports of Trespassing Due to Pokemon GO App
The Pokemon GO smartphone app has exploded in popularity over the past week, bringing hundreds of people to local parks like Lake George or Quarry Park to play the game.
It's also gotten the attention of St. Cloud Police.
Math and Reading Tutors Needed in St. Cloud Area
Reading and math tutors are needed in the St. Cloud metro for this upcoming school year. The Minnesota Reading and Math Corps say they have an immediate need for 15 literacy tutors and seven math tutors beginning this fall. Both full and part time tutors are being recruited.
St. Cloud Man Indicted For Stealing Over $350,000 From Brewery
A St. Cloud man has been indicted for allegedly stealing over $350,000 from the brewery he worked for and for obtaining an additional $330,000 as part of a Ponzi Scheme.
Pokemon Go Players Flock to Lake George, Area Parks [VIDEO]
You may have noticed a surge of people with their eyes fixed to their smartphone screens at Lake George or Munsinger Gardens. Chances are, they’re catching Pokemon on the new Pokemon GO app.
Benton County Sheriff: Be Safe and Careful Playing Pokemon Go
If you've noticed more people wandering around glued to their smartphones - it's likely due to the new Pokemon Go! App. Some players have been hurt because they were paying too much attention to their phone screen and not enough attention to where they were going.
Former SCSU Track Athlete Qualifies For Rio Olympics
A former St. Cloud State University track and field standout has qualified for a spot on the U.S. Olympic team. Heather Miller-Koch finished in 2nd place in the heptathlon during the U.S. Track and Field Trials
Tornado Watch Issued For Most of Central Minnesota
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for much of Central Minnesota.
Rumor Mill Turns After Severe Weather Keeps Breaking Up Near St. Cloud
Severe weather rumors are circulating in Central Minnesota communities after a couple recent storm systems have weakened over the St. Cloud metro. Does it seem like severe weather always misses St. Cloud?
You Can Vote For a New Minnesota License Plate
Three finalists for a new Minnesota license plate were revealed on Monday - and you get to pick your favorite.
Police: Four Arrested After Fight Near Lake George Bathrooms
Four people were arrested after St. Cloud Police say they had a fight by the bathrooms at Lake George. The incident happened just after 11:00 p.m on Saturday.
Eden Valley Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Man
Eden Valley Police are asking for your help in finding a man who's been missing since Thursday afternoon.
Brainerd Police: Man Followed Boys into Bathroom at Baseball Game
A Maple Grove man is facing charges after police say he followed 11 to 13 year old boys into a bathroom at a Brainerd youth baseball tournament. Police were called to a baseball field in Bane Park, in the 1700 block of 7th Street South, shortly after 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.