Good morning, St. Cloud.

A warm spell brings a range of events in St. Cloud this week.

Locals can join Moonlight Ski at Quarry Park Friday evening + a video game swap meet at the East Side VFW Saturday, and enjoy free outdoor fun at Riverside Park Sunday.

Tickets are on sale for Catholic Charities’ annual Mardi Gras fundraiser Saturday, Jan.

31 at River’s Edge Convention Center at 5:00 p.m. The event offers a gourmet dinner by Custom Catering by Short Stop, a silent auction, and live music to benefit emergency services and transitional housing (tickets are limited).

During the 2025 deer hunting season, state officials reported a 9% increase in harvest with 186,203 deer taken and an 8% boost in central plus southeastern Minnesota compared to last year.

The DNR is asking hunters to fill out its online questionnaire to share feedback.

On Tuesday, the St. Cloud Economic Development Authority closed the TIF district for Microbiologics as a second expansion boosted taxes to repay the $250,000 investment; rising tax revenue will now help fund regular city services.

The St. Cloud VA Medical Center launched a network of programs addressing veteran homelessness by providing mental health and addiction support; seven clinicians and a dedicated social worker help veterans secure stable housing.

Several local agencies (Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, Place of Hope, and others) are collaborating to offer ongoing assistance.

Tech High School will host the 33rd Annual Kiffmeyer Duals wrestling tournament on Saturday at 8 a.m. as teams from Shakopee, Willmar, New Prague, Becker, and Albert Lea Area compete; gates open at 7:30 a.m.+ local wrestler Sutton Kenning is ranked 2nd in his weight class.

Radio Nation - A Tribute to Steve Miller and The Cars

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — Ticket prices vary — Relive the magic of the 70s and 80s with iconic hits from Steve Miller and The Cars.

Karaoke Night at The Pickled Loon

10:00-11:30 p.m. — The Pickled Loon — Free entry — Unleash your inner rockstar and enjoy a night of singing your favorite tunes in a friendly atmosphere.

10000 Days - A Tribute to Tool

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pioneer Place On Fifth — $ — Experience the Midwest's premier tribute to Tool with a technically complex and emotionally powerful performance.

Skiing, Sledding, and Snowshoeing Sundays

1-5 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free equipment available — Embrace winter fun with skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing while warming up by the fireplace.

Monday Night Jazz

7-9:30 p.m. — Veranda Lounge — Enjoy live jazz with a local band in a cozy atmosphere.

FREE! Winter Chill Festival

1-4 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Bundle up for outdoor winter fun with sledding, snowshoeing, and Nordic ski activities for the whole family.