Good morning, St. Cloud.

St. Cloud Country Club will host the 13th Annual Tee It Up for the Troops golf event on Monday, Aug.

31. Proceeds will support national veterans & local organizations such as Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, Recovery Community Network, and Quiet Oaks Hospice House.

St. Cloud Park and Rec Department is hosting free Splash Pad Bubble Bash events with a kids DJ, giant bubbles, yard games, and food trucks.

The first event is Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Lake George/Eastman Park and the second runs Aug. 21 at 10/10 Park.

Two families with over 30 years of Mexican cooking experience opened Taqueria Katrina in Crossroads Mall food court in May; the new spot offers street tacos on corn tortillas, burritos, bowls, and quesadillas for a quick lunch plus a taste of authentic cuisine.

Former mayor Dave Kleis returns his popular 90-minute trolley tours with sold-out sessions on July 15 at 10:00 a.m. and noon and on July 16; tours begin at the Public Library and wind through downtown to explore St. Cloud's rich history.

More than 60 artists will display jewelry, pottery, stained glass and other crafts during the Art Fair in Munsinger Clemens Gardens on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Visitors can also enjoy live music and food trucks parked on Riverside Drive.

Xcel Energy is staging crews ahead of extreme heat that may lead to power outages from Sunday to Thursday.

Customers can report outages using the mobile app (or text OUT to 98936) to help restore service quickly.

After weeks of lower prices, Minnesota drivers now pay about 17 cents more per gallon as gasoline jumped 4% Sunday night, bringing the average to $3.76.

Analysts say more pump increases are expected this week due to rising oil prices + global events.

The St. Cloud Area Planning Organization is asking drivers, bus riders, bikers and walkers to share their transportation experiences (including concerns about safety and accessibility) for its Imagine 2055 plan, with community events and a survey available throughout the year.

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.