![Late March Snowfall Helps Ease Drought Conditions in Central MN](https://townsquare.media/site/67/files/2024/03/attachment-3-29-2024-Drought-Monitor.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Late March Snowfall Helps Ease Drought Conditions in Central MN
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Recent snowfall has eased drought conditions across the state.
As of Tuesday, 98 percent of Minnesota is abnormally dry, 43 percent is in the moderate drought category, and 11 percent is in a severe drought. Those numbers are down from 99 percent, 75 percent, and 12 percent respectively a week ago.
![103.7 The Loon logo](https://townsquare.media/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/KLZZFM.png?w=100)
Get our free mobile app
Benton, Sherburne, and Stearns counties all saw a shift from moderate drought to abnormally dry. Conditions could continue to improve this weekend with a round of rain showers or a wintry mix expected Friday and Sunday.
LOOK: 20 Outside-the-Box Uses for Vacant Big-Box Stores
When a big-box store shuts down, its closure can significantly affect the local community and its economy. In numerous instances, the emphasis has shifted from traditional retail to more experiential opportunities. Let's explore 20 innovative businesses and services that can make the most of these adaptable spaces.
Gallery Credit: Stephen Lenz
LOOK: How Many of These Discontinued Millennial Munchies Do You Remember?
You'll have better luck paying off your student loans than finding these discontinued snacks in stores.
Gallery Credit: Meg Dowdy
More From 103.7 The Loon
![Really? Does Your Car Fob Have This Hidden Talent?](http://townsquare.media/site/65/files/2024/07/attachment-Image-Credit-Canva-Samantha-Fortney-and-Sahej-Brar-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Uh Ope: Storm Chasers Are Coming Back to Minnesota Today](http://townsquare.media/site/66/files/2024/06/attachment-448979639_1051360203013337_4092372527224944328_n-e1719229935915.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Did You Know That Central Minnesota Has A ‘Grasshopper’ Chapel?](http://townsquare.media/site/65/files/2024/04/attachment-Assumption-Church.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Sartell Receives $450K Grant For Mill District From Benton County](http://townsquare.media/site/67/files/2011/11/Sartell-City-Hall-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Teenager Arrested for Allegedly Threatening School in Elk River](http://townsquare.media/site/67/files/2018/11/Sherburne-County-Sheriff-Office-2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Local Fire Department Reminds Drivers To Move Over After Crash](http://townsquare.media/site/65/files/2024/03/attachment-Image-Credit-Daniel-Holland-and-Johannes-Blenke-via-Unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Rice Approves Agreement With Benton County For New Well Funds](http://townsquare.media/site/67/files/2017/02/Rice.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Tourney Time In Minnesota! Snow Being Forecasted For Next Week](http://townsquare.media/site/65/files/2024/03/attachment-freestocks-MG9mdMr-yq8-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Benton County Awarded Federal Funds for County Road 29 Extension](http://townsquare.media/site/67/files/2024/01/attachment-Benton-County-Road-29.jpg?w=980&q=75)