St. Cloud Main Street celebrated its 27th Annual Awards Dinner Monday, Aug. 10 at Phyre Saloon & Steakhouse in downtown St. Cloud.
The evening recognized the businesses, organizations, volunteers, supporters and community partners whose involvement helps advance St. Cloud Main Street’s mission of supporting economic development, downtown business growth, historic preservation, beautification and a vibrant downtown district.
“As a nonprofit organization, one of our greatest strengths is the businesses, sponsors, supporters, volunteers and community partners who believe in our mission,” said Executive Director Paula Stark. “Their support allows us to continue investing in our downtown, promoting economic development and supporting our downtown businesses, preserving our history, enhancing the appearance and vitality of the district, and creating opportunities that bring our community together.”
The organization also honored its 2026 award recipients:
- Partner of the Year: Dirk Webb, President, St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce
- Board Member of the Year: J. Wethington
- Supporter of the Year: St. Thomas Aquinas
- Volunteer of the Year: The Transition House
- Merchant of the Year: Dave Askew Jewelers
- Business of the Year: Phyre Saloon & Steakhouse
- Renovation of the Year: Old Florida Riverboat Company
- St. Cloud Main Street President’s Award: Rick Heuser
- St. Cloud Main Street Legend Award: Melvin Liwag
