Good morning, St. Cloud.

Waite Park’s 60th Family Fun Fest — a community milestone — runs from Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12, featuring Monday’s medallion hunt, Wednesday’s Kids Day parade, and Thursday’s garage sale with live music at Community Park.

Friday concludes the fest with a car show and DJ.

Jaime Buley is set to lead the Downtown Alliance as its new Executive Director starting early July.

Buley will work with local businesses & community organizations to strengthen downtown as an economic engine and cultural hub.

At the Minnesota Quilt Show running Thursday, June 11 through Saturday, June 13 at Rivers Edge Convention Center, the K9 Quilt of Honor will feature police dogs and their handlers on Friday, June 12 at 1:30 p.m. The event celebrates local law enforcement — quilt kits will also be sold.

This weekend, local theaters will revive 1987 nostalgia as He-Man and Skeletor return, while families enjoy museum shows, a Sauk Rapids circus with international acts and a human foosball tournament supporting United Way’s food drive; music, art, and train festivals also offer extra festive options.

Club Almar in St. Augusta was named June's Dive Bar of the Month after an online vote highlighted its lively community events and cozy vibe.

Longtime owner Mary Prom hosts weekly meat raffles and encourages visitors to experience the bar's unique charm.

Local artists are invited to apply for live demos and interactive projects at the Downtown Art Crawl on Friday, Aug.

14 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. along St. Germain Street (grant-supported); proposals are due by June 30.

Job seekers must download their resumes and profile details from MinnesotaWorks.net before it shuts down on Wednesday, June 10, and then set up an account on CareerForce.MN.gov.

State officials say the new website is easier to use and more mobile-friendly.

MSHSL announced an esports pilot program for 2026-27 featuring Fortnite, League of Legends, and others — registration is open from Oct.

26 through Nov. 25 with a regular season starting Jan. 4 and a state tournament at St. Cloud State University Mar. 20-21.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota are serving nutritious meals at KIDSTOP sites & club centers as part of the National Summer Food Service Program from June to August.

Enrolled children receive breakfast, snacks & supper at different times on Monday-Friday.

Between May 1 and June 2, nine black bear sightings were reported in our area, including near Rice and the Wapicada Golf Course.

The DNR advises residents to secure trash and remove bird feeders (among other BearWise steps) to discourage bears from returning.

The Cathedral boys golf team won the section 6AA title at Blackberry Ridge in Sartell Tuesday with a total score of 612 + secured a spot in the Class AA state tournament at The Ridges at Sand Creek in Jordan on June 9-10.

This marks their third straight state appearance.

Athletes from Sauk Rapids-Rice, Cathedral, and Tech will compete in the State Track and Field event at St. Michael-Albertville High School from Thursday through Saturday, showcasing local talent in running, jumping, and throwing events (a point of local pride).

Local high school baseball playoffs delivered thrilling action on Tuesday, June 2 as the EVW Eagles beat Holdingford 12-7 and the Foley Falcons outscored the Eagles 8-3—other matchups among Rocori Spartans, Willmar Cardinals, Parkers Prairie Panthers, Brandon-Evansville Chargers, and Becker Bulldogs offered tight contests and big plays.

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!

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.

Lemonade Art Fair

11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Atwood Memorial Center — Free entry — Celebrate St. Cloud’s Granite City Days with art, live music, and family fun.

St. Cloud Area Fireworks

10:00 p.m. — Wilson Park — Free entry — Experience central Minnesota's largest fireworks display lighting up the Mississippi River.