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Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Paynesville’s Chamber launched Explore Paynesville, a new tourism website that highlights local lakes, trails, downtown businesses and the upcoming Town and Country Days festival scheduled June 17–19. The site aims to draw weekend travelers from the Twin Cities area. KNSI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud’s Restaurant Week started Sunday with themes like Coffee Lovers and Cheese Please and will continue until May 16; local eateries each choose one standout dish to feature while drawing diners from near and far (including visitors from Texas and Canada). WJON
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Talks between the U.S. and Iran stalled last week—causing oil prices to rise and Minnesota gas prices to increase 11.1 cents per gallon to about $4.16. More fluctuations are expected in the coming days as the market adjusts. WJON
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dassel-Cokato’s Kiza Raasch claimed gold in the ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) girls’ division with 447 pins at Friday’s Adapted Bowling State Tournament in Brooklyn Park. She beat runner-up Amythyst Kretier by 12 pins as area bowlers competed across divisions. WJON
- ➤ Over the weekend, the Cold Spring Rockies beat Spring Hill Chargers 14-6 while the Avon Lakers, Kimball Express, Sartell Stone Ponies, Nowthen Knights and Regal Eagles posted competitive results in matchups held Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. WJON
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St. Cloud Spring Craft & Vendor Market
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Crossroads Center — Varies by vendor — Celebrate spring with local crafts, seasonal treats, and unique finds.
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Mason Dixon Line Concert
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy the live sounds of the Mid-West’s premier Country-Rock band performing classic hits from country music legends.
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Free E-Bike Demos and Test Rides
Are you curious about E-bikes but feeling a bit intimidated? Join SunCycles E-Bike Rentals at the Lake Wobegon Trailhead in Avon, MN June 6th for a relaxed and informative Free E-Bike Demo Day!
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