Good morning, St. Cloud.

St. Cloud residents can register for National Night Out to request police, firefighters + city officials at neighborhood block parties scheduled for Tuesday, Aug.

4. The event is designed to help neighbors connect and build safer streets.

The annual Skate Free Charlie Goons For Good Memorial tournament begins tomorrow at the MAC Complex with hockey games and a Saturday cornhole contest.

It features two divisions for players and extra time to relax off the ice.

This weekend, diverse events spark excitement across the region.

Lee Brice will perform at Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park, the Benton County Fair Garage Sale draws bargain hunters, and a zoo presentation (Saturday) is set at the St. Cloud Library.

Minnesota ranchers are watching Texas beef price hikes as drought and concerns over New World screwworm (which can harm livestock) may drive up costs, though an abundant local supply is expected to keep any increase minimal.

The SCASD will host the 3rd Annual Minnesota Thought Leaders AI Summit at Apollo High School from Monday, June 15 to Tuesday, June 16; 70 breakout sessions will let educators, policymakers and business leaders discuss AI challenges with speakers from Stanford SCALE Initiative and Utah State Board of Education.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development announced a new website, CareerForce.MN.gov, to replace MinnesotaWorks.net and offer job tools such as a resume builder plus free workshops and training.

The update follows two years of stakeholder input and a $10 million legislative investment.

Stearns County will begin improvements on County Road 2 in July near Cold Spring Elementary and the Middle School to add crosswalks and refuge islands for safety as ROCORI Area Schools opens its board filing from July 14-28 amid concerns over speeding vehicles.

South St. Cloud will see 244 new apartment units after the Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for Jubilee Worship Center’s project at 3125 and 3143 County Road 74 Tuesday night.

The proposal will go to City Council for a public hearing amid resident concerns (including increased traffic).

After Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Hot Tots at Joe Faber Field, the Rox prepare to face the Thunder Bay Border Cats in Canada + following Wednesday’s off day, first pitch is set for 5:35 p.m. on Thursday, as they resume their season.

On Tuesday, the Albany girls team finished sixth with a score of 338 in Class 2A at Ridges at Sand Creek in Jordan, while Detroit Lakes led with 310 in the first round and players in other classes competed at nearby venues.

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.

Wynonna Judd at The Ledge Amphitheater

7-8:30 p.m. — The Ledge Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Grammy Award winners Wynonna Judd and Melissa Etheridge in a night of unforgettable music.

One-Night Event with Kevin & Kathi Zadai

3-9 p.m. — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Registration required — Engage in a night of fellowship and teaching with Dr. Zadai and his wife.

Jay & The Americans Concert

1:30 – 3 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy classic hits from one of Rock ‘N Roll’s lasting success stories.

Trace Adkins Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Ledge Amphitheater — Get your tickets now — Experience an unforgettable evening with country music star Trace Adkins this summer.