Good morning, St. Cloud.

Canaan Thai Kitchen, a new Thai takeout restaurant with limited dine-in seating, opened in downtown at 129 7th Avenue South — co-owner Pa Pra, part of a local restaurant family, said customers have already returned twice.

Yellow perch anglers on Mille Lacs Lake face a daily and possession limit set at five fish starting Monday, Feb.

9 to help protect the perch population and honor treaty harvest sharing; the new rule remains in effect until Nov. 30.

Stearns County residents can still pick up a free radon test kit on a first-come, first-served basis at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility drive-thru at 3601 5th Street South in Waite Park + the facility is open Monday-Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Girl Scout cookie season is back, offering classic treats like Thin Mints, Caramel Delights, and Peanut Butter Patties alongside new fruit flavors (produced by different bakers) at Girl Scout events in town.

Fans can enjoy this updated lineup as a tasty community tradition.

Kennedy Lewis led Sartell – St. Stephen girls basketball to a 66 – 45 win over Chisago Lakes on Feb.

5 as she scored 29 points, while Sauk Rapids – Rice boys hockey blanked Willmar 6 – 0. Other local high school games featured notable plays.

Mild winter weather is giving local anglers more freedom on area lakes, and the 51st Maple Lake ice fishing derby is set for noon to 3 p.m. Saturday in Wright County.

The event will feature live music + prizes, with a grand prize of an Ice Castle fish house.

2026 St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show

10 AM – 3 PM — St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Explore the best in outdoor gear and family-friendly activities at this beloved local event.

Snowshoeing for Beginners Class

1-2:30 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Experience winter magic with expert-guided snowshoeing and hot chocolate by the fire.

Machine Knitting Camp 2026 - February Session

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Rocking Horse Farm — Registration required — Engage in a knitting machine retreat for all skill levels with hands-on learning and community fellowship.