Elk River Daily Briefing

Here is a quick look at what’s happening in Elk River on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Cloudy and quiet, with a warmer stretch coming

Skies stay mostly cloudy today, with temperatures in the mid‑20s this afternoon and low 20s tonight. Sunday and Monday trend milder, climbing into the 30s and near 40 before light snow chances return early next week. citeturn3search5turn3search3

Karate tournament packs The Yard today

The Furniture and Things Community Event Center is busy today as Professional Karate Studios hosts its annual tournament in The Yard. The event is open to the public, with admission priced for families and younger kids discounted or free, making it an easy indoor option on a chilly day. citeturn1search5

Local rink spotlight: Elk River/Zimmerman hockey at home

High school hockey fans get a marquee matchup this weekend as Elk River/Zimmerman hosts Moorhead in a regular‑season game at the community event center. The Friday night puck drop brings one of the state’s notable programs back to town and should draw a strong crowd of students, families, and alumni. citeturn1search1

Home projects and small‑business prep on the horizon

Looking ahead, the Elk River Home Show returns to the community event center on Saturday, February 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 150 home and garden vendors are slated to be on hand, with free admission and parking for residents planning spring and summer projects. citeturn0search5

Local business owners also have a new training opportunity later this month. The Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce is promoting a February 24 lunchtime webinar on using artificial intelligence tools in everyday small‑business operations, with free registration for chamber members. citeturn1search10

Civic calendar: hearings and county business

The city’s next advertised public hearing is set for Tuesday, February 17, when the City Council will consider a conditional use permit to allow five dogs in a private kennel. Residents can share comments in person or in writing ahead of the meeting. citeturn1search7

That same evening, the Sherburne County Board is scheduled to meet at the county government center in Elk River as part of its regular February schedule. County leaders continue to work through budgets, infrastructure needs, and public safety priorities that affect the wider area. citeturn1search9

Sources

• https://www.weatherbug.com/weather-forecast/10-day-weather/elk-river-mn-55330
• https://elkrivermn.gov/1754/Community-Events
• https://www.legacy.hockey/game/show/44771401
• https://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/elk-river-home-show-2026/39757
• https://business.elkriverchamber.org/events/details/ai-training-for-small-business-02-24-2026-33102
• https://elkrivermn.gov/1678/Public-Hearings
• https://www.co.sherburne.mn.us/573/Board-of-Commissioners
• https://www.elkrivermn.gov/