Good morning, St. Cloud.

The Fresh French Fries stand at the Minnesota State Fair has returned to using Minnesota-grown potatoes after customers complained about fries made with Colorado potatoes, and the vendor now uses potatoes from Big Lake to restore the familiar taste.

Central Minnesota's United Way hosts Days of Caring from Sept.

21 to Sept. 25 and seeks volunteers for over 100 community projects at spaces like Habitat for Humanity, the Boys and Girls Clubs and the Great River Children's Museum. Residents can sign up online for projects and hours.

Great River Regional Library announced winners in its card design contest with entries from children, teens, adults & staff.

New cards featuring winning designs will be available today for $1 upgrades or for new members at library branches while supplies last.

Osakis is hosting the 7th Annual Taste of Osakis on Fri, Sept.

11 and Sat, Sept. 12 with early-morning activities like pickleball and chainsaw carving plus an evening country music show headlined by Eddie Montgomery — a local event for all ages.

Economic data shows a mixed picture in St. Cloud; manufacturing remains steady while construction continues to decline after a slight uptick in June, and economist King Banaian said unemployment remains at 4% with more local business feedback expected by the end of September.

St. Cloud Technical College launched two new fall programs that boost trade training: the Aircraft Maintenance class filled all 25 spots and will move to a new hangar at St. Cloud Sky Central Airport next year, while 15 students began learning cardiac imaging in the Echocardiography program with local health partners.

St. Cloud Technical Community College opened the Husky Transfer Hub that brings SCSU advisors onto campus to help students map a route to a four-year degree.

President Lori Kloos says the initiative supports local students’ goal to stay in the area — providing a streamlined transfer process.

St. Cloud State’s volleyball team reached the nation’s #1 ranking after sweeping all matches at a tournament in Marquette + the Huskies will open at the Barry Invitational in Miami Shores starting Thursday.