Good morning, St. Cloud.

Robert S. from Rice won Dream Getaway 92 this morning and he + his wife will choose a winter escape to the Western U.S. or Florida Keys as they start retirement.

They entered codes on a free app and now celebrate a travel win as winter nears.

The Ledge Amphitheater opened its 2026 season Friday night with Brantley Gilbert headlining and Aaron Lewis opening amid rain forecasts; free parking and local food trucks added to the concert experience while fans were reminded that umbrellas, tarps, and bags over 8.5x11 are not allowed (please check the event guidelines).

Sartell-St. Stephen High School Robotics Team won the state championship at Concordia University in St. Paul on Saturday, May 16 by defeating an alliance team 563-525 & scoring 342 balls in 110 seconds.

The win is fueling plans for a STEM center in Sartell.

The Rotary Club of St. Cloud has awarded 12 $1,000 scholarships to local high school students who showed strong academics and community service, with funds provided by the Rotary Foundation.

The awards help pave the way for their higher education.

Minnesota officials instruct residents to avoid throwing hazardous items like lithium-ion batteries (found in electronics), paint, and expired medications into regular trash and advise using local recycling drop-off sites to prevent fires and environmental harm.

This guidance aims to protect communities statewide.

St. Cloud Diocese is overhauling its pension plan for 1,400 employees and retirees after a $34 million shortfall was revealed, and Bishop Neary is separating from Christian Brothers by engaging USI consultants + U.S. Bank to manage funds; assets will be received in June.

Drivers on I-94 near Sauk Centre & Melrose will face lane shifts as MnDOT begins bridge updates on Tuesday.

They are urged to slow to 60 mph and use the zipper merge until work ending in late October is complete.

Veterinarians remind cat owners to check outdoor pets for signs of bobcat fever — a serious tick-borne disease spread by Lone Star ticks — as the tick season through September is underway.

Early detection of symptoms such as lethargy and appetite loss can lead to prompt care.

Local Town Ball Roundup games on May 20 and May 17 brought excitement as the Cold Spring Springers beat the Sartell Muskies 12–0 and St. Martin won 8–0 over the Richmond Royals, with key plays driving the wins.

Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News offers walleye fishing tips for Memorial Day weekend on lakes such as Koronis and Clearwater in central Minnesota.

He advises anglers to use minnows + live bait in shallow water and be patient as recreational boaters and first-time fishermen share the lakes.

The Cathedral Crusaders won 13-0 in a five-inning Section 6AA playoff against Pierz at the College of St. Benedict on Thursday, May 21, and will face Kimball on Tuesday, May 26, at 5 p.m. as they advance in the tournament.

On May 20, the Sartell Sabres beat the Rocori Spartans by a score of 7 to 4 in a high school baseball game, highlighted by a winning hit from Trevor Schlangen.

Other local teams including Princeton and Eden Valley Watkins also put on strong performances in an action packed series.

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.