Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park kicks off its 2026 season with a free open house on Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. followed by a Friday concert featuring Brantley Gilbert and Aaron Lewis at 7:00 p.m. The venue will host more than 20 events through September. WJON
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Minnesota increased 25.5 cents per gallon last week to an average of $4.42 — diesel prices dipped slightly to $5.61 amid tight global oil supplies. WJON
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stearns County deputies are wearing new patriotic patches to mark America’s 250th anniversary — extra patches remain available for current staff and new hires — with proceeds supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation for fallen first responders’ families. KNSI
-
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.
-
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!
-
ET the Extra-Terrestrial Screening
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Paramount Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the beloved classic film about a young boy's friendship with an alien.
-
Machine Knitting Camp 2026 - June Session
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Rocking Horse Farm — Registration fee applies — Immerse yourself in a hands-on knitting machine retreat with fellow enthusiasts in a cozy, creative setting.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily St. Cloud
Welcome to the Daily St. Cloud, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the St. Cloud, Minnesota community. If you like the Daily St. Cloud, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in St. Cloud.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in St. Cloud and across Minnesota. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily St. Cloud
A free St. Cloud community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailystcloud.com/sitemap