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
Police Ask For Help Identifying Suspects Who Allegedly Stole Over $4,300 Worth of Cigarettes
St. Cloud Police are asking for help identifying suspects involved in two thefts at area grocery stores over the past several weeks. During the two thefts, the suspects allegedly stole several cartons of cigarettes valued at over $4,300.
SCSU Bans Hoverboards on Campus
One of the most popular holiday season gifts has been banned from the campus of St. Cloud State University, due to safety concerns. Hover boards were a popular Christmas gift, but there have been increasing reports of them starting on fire, exploding and people getting hurt falling off of them.
With Limitless Athletic Talent, Isaiah Green is an All Star Student [VIDEO]
This weeks all-star student isn't shy to share one of his favorite parts of playing traveling basketball: sinking three point shots. Green is an 8th grade student in South Junior High in St. Cloud and has no shortage of confidence in his abilities.
A Role Model for Three Years in BBBS Program, Nicole Yang is an All-Star Student [VIDEO]
Sartell-St. Stephen high school senior Nicole Yang has recently been recognized by the St. Cloud Optimist Club for making a difference in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. Yang was recognized for her recruitment efforts in the program.
A Brilliant Mind and Enormous Sense of Humor, Sam Rogers is an All-Star Student [VIDEO]
Simply put: Saint John’s Prep senior Sam Rogers is one smart cookie. Rogers was recently recognized in the December issue of the international publication, "The Physics Teacher". Sam completed a complex Physics challenge from the September issue and was actually one of only four high school students in the world to get it right.
St. Cloud Police Responding to Numerous Crashes, Remind You to Slow Down
St. Cloud Police are reminding you to slow down and drive with caution this morning. Road conditions are extremely slippery due to ice and compacted snow.
A Leader in Sports and Student Council, Royalton Senior Ben Borash is an All-Star Student [VIDEO]
Friends, coaches and teachers all praise Ben Borash for his near perfect blend of confidence, leadership and humbleness. The Royalton High school senior is captain of the basketball team and also takes part in countless other activities and community events
#6 St. Cloud State Men’s Hockey Downs Denver
The St. Cloud State men's hockey team scored five unanswered goals to steamroll Denver on Friday night 5-2.
Wild Fall in Overtime Despite Dominating Most of the Game
The Minnesota Wild took a tough loss on Friday night, falling 2-1 in overtime to the Arizona Coyotes. Mikkel Boedker scored two goals, including the overtime winner for the Coyotes.
Timberwolves Fall to Nuggets in Overtime
The Denver Nuggets snapped a five-game home losing streak with a 111-108 overtime victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Danilo Gallinari finished with 23 points, including nine in overtime to lead the Nuggets.
Police: Thieves Stealing Packages Delivered to Homes in Sartell
With Christmas just a couple weeks away, many are waiting for gifts and packages to arrive on their doorstep. Unfortunately, Sartell Police say some of those packages are being stolen. There have been several reports of suspicious vehicles driving on the streets looking for a chance to steal.
Food Network Chopped Champion Visits Sauk Rapids-Rice High School [VIDEO]
World renowned chef Jean Louis Gerin visited with students in the Sauk Rapids-Rice High School culinary program. Chef Gerin is the executive and chief operating officer for New England Culinary Institute in Vermont.