Good morning, St. Cloud.

The Initiative Foundation awarded 10 grants totaling $61,000 to nonprofits in central Minnesota, including three groups in St. Cloud that received funds to boost volunteer recruitment, mental health support, and fund development—supporting local capacity building and services.

Downtown St. Cloud offers a free digital passport to turn a downtown trip into an adventure for prizes.

Residents can check in at over 10 stops via GPS; five check-ins earn a prize and 10 secure a grand prize (available now through Dec. 31).

Taste of Benton County will be held on Wednesday, July 22nd from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Sauk Rapids Sports Arena East (1410 3rd Avenue South), where about 30 local vendors will offer unlimited tastings, live music, and a boost to Benton County's small business growth.

Foley native Nick Kotsmith opened Kotsmith Lumber, a family-run retail yard serving construction needs over a 100-mile radius in Foley.

The business operates weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., continuing a cherished family tradition.

A world-champion Belgian solar car team is based at St. Cloud State University as it fine-tunes its Infinite Apollo ahead of the American Solar Challenge race starting July 25th.

The 11 engineering students (from KU Leuven) will join a public display at the University of Minnesota on July 24th.

After recent storms, local residents are advised to check trees for hanging branches, leaning trunks, or uprooted roots and call for a certified arborist (if hazards are present); trees with less than 25% canopy damage typically recover with proper pruning and deep watering during dry spells.

Today, the Minnesota DNR warns buyers and sellers that used docks, boat lifts, trailers and water accessories sold mid-season carry a higher risk of spreading zebra mussels if they have not been kept out of water (21 days).

SCSU launches its first boys-only volleyball camp on July 20 and 21 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for middle and high school players; head coach Chad Braegelman will lead sessions to build position-specific skills & fees are $80 for both nights or $35 per night.

Sun Country Airlines and Minnesota Aurora FC partnered to offer 50% off select flights to Seattle for fans attending Saturday's semifinal at Interbay Stadium; the deal includes 20% off game tickets when booked with the discount flight offer.

Jordan Barth, who holds team records for hits, doubles, and games played, will have his #1 jersey retired on Monday, July 13 at Joe Faber Field before the game against the Minnesota Mud Puppies — the ceremony will offer $1 hot dogs and a special poster for the first 500 fans.

The Parent Trap Screening

7 p.m. — Paramount Center for the Arts — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a classic film night with 'The Parent Trap' at a local venue.

Mainly Marathons Heartland Series - Day 7

— St. Cloud, Minnesota — Entry fee varies — Participate in a scenic trail run as part of the Mainly Marathons Heartland Series.

Jim Gaffigan Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ledge Amphitheater — Get your tickets today — Jim Gaffigan brings his comedic flair to Waite Park for an entertaining night.