Primp Our Tree Delivery in Woodbury
As the holiday season approaches, FOX 9 continues to spread cheer with its Primp Our Tree Christmas tree deliveries. Tom Butler and Kelly O'Connell recently visited Breanna Buckhalton in Woodbury with a van full of holiday cheer. Buckhalton, who was nominated by a family friend, has three children of her own and recently welcomed three foster children into her home. The family just moved from Minneapolis to Woodbury, so the delivery was perfectly timed as money and resources are tight.
Primp Our Tree delivery in Elk River
The holiday season just got a little brighter for Lynn Goodin in Elk River, thanks to a heartwarming Primp Our Tree surprise from FOX 9. Lynn has been facing significant health challenges, which kept her in the hospital since July. She recently got the chance to leave the hospital earlier this week, marking a significant step in her recovery journey. Goodin was nominated by her sister Terri for the special holiday surprise from Hannah Flood and Lauren Andrego.
Se Kwon joining FOX 32 in Chicago
After nearly 3 years at FOX 9, Se Kwon announces her departure in late December. She'll be joining our sister station, FOX 32 in Chicago. Se reflects on her time in the Twin Cities and her excitement for the next chapter of her career.
The ultimate holiday party hits the stage in Burnsville
Tap dancers, singers, musicians and beatboxers are bringing a holiday party to the stage in Red Wing and Burnsville. 'Who Brought the Humbug' is a Rhythm Street Movement original show in it's 8th year. It'll be on stage at the Sheldon Theatre on Thursday January 18th before moving to the Ames Center on the 19th and 20th.
Caring for holiday plants
Garden Guy Dale K shares some tips for keeping your holiday plants alive throughout the year.
St. Francis Primp Our Tree delivery
A special tree delivery brought joy to a family in St. Francis. FOX 9 elves visited Becky Streich after her sister, Linda, nominated her for the FOX 9's Primp Our Tree campaign. Linda shared that Becky is always giving back to others. Recently, Becky has faced significant losses, including the passing of her mother to throat cancer and her son in a motorcycle accident.
Move over Griswold family; the Joyces have you beat
Seven years ago the Joyce family decided to honor their grandma by decking out their home like the one from her favorite movie, Christmas Vacation. The setup took 300 hours and they walked 145 miles without ever leaving their yard. Candy Cane Lane will be lit through January 1st. It's located at 1994 Herschel Lane in Roseville.
New entertainment venue opens at Rosedale Center
BRKTHROUGH is a challenge-based entertainment experience featuring more than 40 immersive rooms. It's takes up two floors next to JCPenney. It's set up for teams of 2-4 players who take on mental, physical and/or skill-based challenges. There's also a restaurant and tap wall.
Community comes together to revive Illuminate Isanti
The lights are on in Bluebird Park for Illuminate Isanti. The lights festival was in jeopardy of being cancelled until the community came together to raise funds to keep it going. The free event runs through December 25th. The lights will be on nightly from 5pm to 10pm. There will be special performances, food trucks and pics with Santa December 18th through the 21st. For more information visit their Facebook page, Isanti Together
Primp Our Tree Delivery: The Nordhausen family
Michael Nordhausen and his dad, Brandon, received a special delivery from FOX 9's Leah Beno and Garden Guy Dale K. Michael was nominated for the 'Primp Our Tree' campaign by his grandparents. The campaign aims to bring joy to families during the holidays. Last spring, Michael was diagnosed with leukemia and is currently undergoing treatments. The holidays have been busy with doctor's appointments, but the surprise brought a much-needed boost of holiday cheer for the family.
New shops and cafe open in Galleria Edina
Galleria Edina has welcomed several new tenants including an expanded furniture showroom from Arhaus and Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe, its 3rd Minnesota location.
Hundreds of voices power 'Welcome Christmas Concert'
A powerful concert is coming to Minneapolis this weekend. The Welcome Christmas Concert will feature 200 singers, four ensembles, from VocalEssence and Northrop’s famous organ with seven-thousand pipes. They will sing a mix of classic choral music and carols and the audience is encouraged to sing along at times. The VocalEssence Welcome Christmas Concert will be on Saturday December 14th at 4pm.
Holiday lights tours underway in Inver Grove Heights
Inver Grove Heights is known for its decked out holiday homes. Experience the Twin Cities is offering open-air bus tours. It is a BYOB experience and the B stands for both beverage and blanket. The tour is 30 minutes long. The home we featured in the story is located at 7050 Blaine Ave E.
Vintage Christmas Market in Shakopee
Every December, Junk Bonanza puts on a very vintage Christmas Market. The event is held at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. This event ran December 4th through the 6th, 2025. The next Junk Bonanza event is March 26th-28th, 2026.
Tropical-themed indoor playground opens in Eden Prairie
Lava Island is now open in Eden Prairie. It's a 41,000 square foot indoor playground and trampoline park with a dedicated toddler area and themed party rooms. It is located at 12400 Castlemoor Drive near Eden Prairie Center.
High-flying holiday show debuts under the big top
St. Paul's performing arts circus school, Circus Juventas, is back with a new holiday show called 'Solstice.' It will run from Dec. 5th through the 14th under the big top in the Highland Park neighborhood.
Bouldering Project opens St. Paul location
Bouldering Project has added a second location in the Twin Cities. The new St. Paul gym has a spacious bouldering terrain park, a fitness area with workout equipment, a heated yoga studio, dedicated youth space, co-ed sauna for post-session recovery, and flexible co-working areas. Bouldering Project St. Paul is located just across the Wabasha Bridge from downtown at 42 W Water Street.
Contemporary art museum opens exhibit for kids
The Walker Art Center has a new exhibition designed for kids. 'Show & Tell' still showcases artwork from the gallery's renowned collection, but it does so in a child-friendly way while also encouraging play. It will be on display through April 5th. The Walker Art Center is open Wednesday through Sunday. Admission is free on the first Saturday of each month. Walker Art Center is located at 725 Vineland Place in Minneapolis.
Former car dealer raising brain injury awareness
Richard Herod III, once a familiar face in Twin Cities car commercials, is turning his personal challenges into advocacy for brain injury awareness.
Rare items on display at Minnesota History Center
There are more than 250,000 objects in the Minnesota Historical Society Collection. Many have never been displayed before and shed new light on familiar stories. And that's the inspiration behind a new exhibit called 'The Stories we Keep.' It will be on view through August 2026. The Minnesota History Center is open Wednesdays through Sundays, with free admission and parking every Thursday from 4-8 pm.