Good morning, St. Cloud.

St. G's Bodega is coming soon to St. Germain Street in the East End, bringing 1920s style + a unique twist to local convenience shopping.

Listeners share practical tips for first-timers at the Minnesota State Fair, advising visitors on what to bring, how to manage crowds, and ways to save money (advice gathered from frequent fair-goers).

Amid Minnesota’s ongoing dry spell, the DNR advises homeowners to water new and mature trees weekly using a soaker hose or tree watering bag (watering early morning or late evening helps conserve water), which can ease stress from heat and minimal rainfall.

Local residents are reviving canning, pickling and fermenting to preserve surplus produce and reduce food waste, as the University of Minnesota Extension advises using tested methods + safe recipes for home preservation.

St. John's University football will open their season on Saturday, Sept.

5 at 1 p.m. against UW-La Crosse when coach Gary Fasching expects returning quarterback Trey Feeney and a young receiver corps to overcome injuries.

New Vikings players are practicing local town names as part of their adjustment to Minnesota’s unique pronunciations (a challenge for many newcomers).

The report explains how local residents notice mispronunciations that highlight the state's distinct cultural touch.

For 57 seasons, Becker coach Dwight Lundeen has built a winning football program by leading the team to four state championships and 18 state tournaments, beginning in 1970 when a new program started with only a few players (Becker then had just 365 people) and his final season is 2026.