Good morning, St. Cloud.

A new interactive zoo event will take place at Sartell Community Center on Thursday, June 18 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by I Heart Cookies, the event features animatronic animals, virtual reality attractions, fossil dig pits and face painting, with admission requiring one cookie per person.

Niron Magnetics backs the Magnets Value Chain Support Act of 2026 — it broke ground on a 190,000 sqft facility in Sartell to cut reliance on Chinese magnets and plans a larger plant that could boost local manufacturing.

The Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Education Foundation will host a 4-H Legacy Quest Day Camp at the Benton County Fairgrounds on Thursday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for children in kindergarten through sixth grade to take part in team challenges like an Escape Challenge and an obstacle course that builds teamwork and creativity.

Grilling season is in full swing as a guide offers five creative BBQ tips for residents, including using mayo (its egg aids browning) to achieve a crisp steak crust, grilling citrus for extra zest, setting up a cool grill zone, adding ice to burgers, and toasting buns with bacon fat.

Food influencer Tony Cu (a local figure) recently reviewed Flour & Flower in St. Joseph where he praised a chocolate croissant and blueberry basil pie.

His spotlights on venues like White Horse and Krewe add fresh insight to local dining options.

Cathedral boys golf finished 5th at the Class 2A State tournament at Ridges at Sand Creek in Jordan this week.

The team scored 313 in the second round and 620 overall in a competitive field that showcased local talent.

The Cathedral Crusaders won 6-2 over Minnehaha Academy at Dick Putz Field on Thursday, clinching a spot in the state baseball semifinals (they led 4-0 in the first inning).

They will play Friday at 1:30 p.m. against the winner from another game.

Tickets for the Minnesota State High School Baseball Tournament are now available online for the quarterfinal and semifinal games at the Municipal Athletic Complex.

Families and fans can purchase day passes at $13 for adults and $8 for students while free parking is offered.

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.