Good morning, St. Cloud.

On Monday, Aug. 3, officers from the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office and reserve teams served at Texas Roadhouse in Waite Park to raise nearly $2,400 for Special Olympics Minnesota during a Tip-A-Cop event from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Local athletes shared stories with diners + celebrated the fundraiser.

The Grande Depot—an iconic boutique and wine shop that served the community for 18 years—closed its doors on July 31; the building at 8318 Highway 23 is now listed for $3.39 million.

Downtown St. Cloud will host an Art Crawl on Friday, Aug.

14 from 4 to 8 p.m. featuring live painters, belly dancers and floral art; indoor and outdoor venues include the Paramount Center + Wirth Center among others.

The Benton County Fair in Sauk Rapids is observing Seniors’ Day today with show animals, a mechanical bull, and Jurassic Kingdom in the barns — a quilting bee from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. is available before a PRCA Rodeo starts at 7:00 p.m.

Residents from Benton, Sherburne and Stearns counties can clear out old textiles by dropping off used clothes and linens Saturday, Aug.

8 at the Stearns County Service Center in Waite Park. The free event runs from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and accepts select items for recycling.

Older teens help inspect lake access points to stop invasive species from spreading as the DNR funds over 800 inspectors and offers career training opportunities.

Director Nick Phelps — a former college intern — said the work gives young inspectors hands-on experience in water conservation.

Chipotle removed jalapeños from its Minnesota outlets after more than 100 locals fell ill from Salmonella Javiana; the chain replaced the peppers with product from other growers to help keep meals safe.

Officials reported over 200 cases nationwide.

CentraCare St. Cloud Hospital was ranked No. 2 in Minnesota for heart and vascular care in the 2026–2027 U.S. News and World Report rankings, trailing only Mayo Clinic — the center treats over 60,000 patients annually and employs 60 physicians plus advanced practice providers.

Tuesday the Rox rallied for five runs in the seventh inning but lost 11-8 to the Mankato MoonDogs in their final road game; they will finish the season on Saturday night at Joe Faber Field before a playoff game on Monday.

The Sartell Muskies face the Sartell Stone Poneys at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug.

8 in a playoff game that is part of a central Minnesota amateur baseball tournament. Regional teams such as the Cold Spring Springers and Elrosa Saints also compete in the series.