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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, St. Cloud. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Summertime By George free concert series, run by the St. Cloud Rotary Club, will begin Wednesday with free live music for eight weeks — Pandemic opens at 5:30 p.m. — Rumours and Dreams: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute will play at 7:00 p.m. WJON
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Lemonade Concert and Art Fair will take place on June 26 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in St. Cloud—featuring 148 vendors, local music by Aaron Clafton, kids’ activities, and a symphony performance during Granite City Days. WJON
- ➤ Great River Children's Museum opened earlier this month and is hosting its official grand opening this weekend with hands-on experiences like rock painting, collaborative art, sidewalk chalk art, and origami boat making. The museum offers daily giveaways including a free GRCM logo cookie for the first 250 visitors on Friday, free Jupiter Moon Ice Cream on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and free freeze pops on Sunday + food trucks and cottage caterers will serve outside. WJON
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud State moved the Husky Bookstore from Centennial Hall to the Atwood Memorial Center after 24 years to increase its visibility for sports fans and students—summer hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will expand when classes resume in August. KNSI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in District 4 will be able to vote absentee for the board commissioners special election primary starting next week, with voting beginning on June 27 and ending on August 12. Votes can be cast by mail or in-person at the Stearns County Service Center Election Office in Waite Park—this election will replace retired commissioner Leigh Lenzmeier and feature six candidates, with two advancing after the primary. KNSI
- ➤ St. Cloud Police will host a Dog Walker Watch meeting on Tuesday, June 24 at Jaycee’s Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to help residents learn how to spot counterfeit cash and boost police-community relations—well-behaved dogs may join while their owners learn. KNSI
TRAVEL NEWS
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Whitney Recreation Center — $97 fee to attend as observing coach — Improve your basketball skills and gain confidence at this intensive youth camp for aspiring players.
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St. Cloud State University Lemonade Concert & Art Fair
11 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Atwood Mall — Free entry — Enjoy over 100 art vendors and live music with family-friendly activities concluding with a St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra performance.
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Patio Sounds of Summer at Legends Bar & Grill
7-10 p.m. — Legends Bar & Grill — Enjoy the Summer vibes with live music on the patio, weather permitting.
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St. Cloud ROX Baseball Game
6:00-8:00 p.m. — St. Cloud Rox Baseball Club — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the St. Cloud ROX as they take to the field for an exciting game.
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Historic Home Tour & Tea
10 a.m. — Mansion on the corner — $35 — Discover captivating stories from the past while enjoying a delightful tea service in a magnificent mansion.
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Rock the Riverside Live Music Event
5:30-9:30 p.m. — The Clearing — Free admission — Enjoy live music at Rock the Riverside in Sauk Rapids.
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St. Cloud 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
10-10:30 p.m. — Wilson Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a grand fireworks display over the Mississippi River, complemented by live music and tasty food vendors.
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Do Portugal Circus
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crossroads Center — Special online price available — Experience the excitement of the Do Portugal Circus in St. Cloud for the first time!
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Summertime by George Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Lake George Municipal Complex — Free entry — Enjoy a festive summer evening with live music from local bands and activities for the whole family.
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