Why St. Cloud State's neighbors weren't so grumpy this weekend

“We were pleased. Between the police staff and the city and the university, we saw positive results.”

-- St. Cloud Police Chief Dennis Ballantine to the University Chronicle of St. Cloud State, which saw fewer citiations at this year's move-in weekend compared to last year's -- 196 vs. 240.

The event is known for heavy drinking and partying, but St. Cloud has drawn kudos recently for its efforts to curb student drinking and addiction at the school.

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