Wednesday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day, a federal holiday. Several public offices, campuses and libraries in the St. Cloud area are closed, Central Lakes College in Brainerd and Staples is closed, and some holiday benefits are in effect. Here is what official calendars and local reports confirm.
Government, mail and libraries
KNSI reports that city, county, state and federal offices are closed today, along with banks and the U.S. Postal Service. Great River Regional Library, including its St. Cloud branch and all other GRRL locations, is closed, according to the library’s holiday schedule and KNSI.
Colleges and schools
St. Cloud State University lists Veterans Day as a day with no classes and offices closed, a listing confirmed by KNSI. St. Cloud Technical and Community College is also closed with no classes, according to KNSI. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University remain open, KNSI reports, and school is in session for the St. Cloud Area School District.
Central Lakes College, with campuses in Brainerd and Staples, lists today as a holiday with no classes and offices closed, according to the college’s academic calendar and events listing.
Getting around in St. Cloud
Veterans and active military members can ride St. Cloud Metro Bus for free today on all services. Fixed-route riders must show a military ID when they board. Dial-a-Ride customers should tell Metro Bus when they schedule a ride and be ready to show ID, the agency says. Service-connected veterans also ride fixed-route buses free every day with proper identification.
KNSI also reports that on-street parking in downtown St. Cloud is free for the holiday. Many restaurants and retailers remain open, and some are offering military discounts or free meals. Confirm those offers with the business before you go.
Sources: KNSI; Great River Regional Library holiday closings; St. Cloud State University academic calendar; Central Lakes College academic calendar; St. Cloud Metro Bus.
Hours and holiday schedules can change. Please confirm details yourself with the office, campus, library or business before you go.
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