Hospitality Minnesota: Many restaurants, resorts may only have weeks left to survive
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, many business owners are facing the tough decision to permanently close their doors. Hospitality Minnesota CEO Liz Rammer joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the harsh reality that restaurants, bars, and hotels are dealing with across the state.
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, many business owners are facing the tough decision to permanently close their doors. Hospitality Minnesota CEO Liz Rammer joined the FOX 9 Morning News to discuss the harsh reality that restaurants, bars, and hotels are dealing with across the state.
Worthington community 'anxious' about reopening of JBS pork plant after outbreak
When the JBS pork plant in Worthington resumes some operations on Wednesday, Mayor Mike Kuhle says the entire community will be holding its breath.
When the JBS pork plant in Worthington resumes some operations on Wednesday, Mayor Mike Kuhle says the entire community will be holding its breath.
Dancing Bear Chocolate to open in north Minneapolis amid pandemic
The pandemic can bring chaos and fear, but on a little corner in the Victory neighborhood of north Minneapolis there is hope and excitement building. A brand new chocolate shop called Dancing Bear Chocolate is about to open for the first time this weekend.
The pandemic can bring chaos and fear, but on a little corner in the Victory neighborhood of north Minneapolis there is hope and excitement building. A brand new chocolate shop called Dancing Bear Chocolate is about to open for the first time this weekend.
Hy-Vee to limit meat purchases starting Wednesday
Hy-Vee grocery stores will be limiting the amount of meat purchases at all of its locations, according to a company statement.
Hy-Vee grocery stores will be limiting the amount of meat purchases at all of its locations, according to a company statement.
Hungry? These Twin Cities restaurants are open for take-out and delivery amid the pandemic
With bars and restaurants closed to in-person dining, many Twin Cities area establishments are offering delivery or takeout service for its loyal customers.
With bars and restaurants closed to in-person dining, many Twin Cities area establishments are offering delivery or takeout service for its loyal customers.
Costco limiting amount of fresh meat items each customer can purchase
Costco is following Kroger’s lead and temporarily limiting the amount of meat its members can buy in one trip.
Costco is following Kroger’s lead and temporarily limiting the amount of meat its members can buy in one trip.
Workers' union: JBS-Worthington plant to reopen Wednesday with new safety precautions
The union representing workers at the JBS pork plant in Worthington, Minnesota said the plant is planning to reopen Wednesday after it shutdown due to a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases last month.
The union representing workers at the JBS pork plant in Worthington, Minnesota said the plant is planning to reopen Wednesday after it shutdown due to a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases last month.
White Bear Lake, Minn. restaurant adds movie night, church services to beat pandemic slump
A White Bear Lake, Minnesota restaurant is pulling out all the stops to survive the economic downswing brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
A White Bear Lake, Minnesota restaurant is pulling out all the stops to survive the economic downswing brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
As icons of the Twin Cities dining scene close for good, other restaurants look at new ways to survive
The Bachelor Farmer and Marvel Bar in Minneapolis have announced their doors will not reopen, even once the pandemic subsides. Meanwhile, Izzy's Ice Cream has permanently closed its original location in Saint Paul. MSP Magazine's Stephanie March joined the Buzz to chat about the challenges restaurants are facing as the outbreak lingers on.
The Bachelor Farmer and Marvel Bar in Minneapolis have announced their doors will not reopen, even once the pandemic subsides. Meanwhile, Izzy's Ice Cream has permanently closed its original location in Saint Paul. MSP Magazine's Stephanie March joined the Buzz to chat about the challenges restaurants are facing as the outbreak lingers on.
How to shop safely at Minneapolis farmers markets amid COVID-19 pandemic
Farmers markets in Minneapolis will be open this season, but the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way customers shop at them.
Farmers markets in Minneapolis will be open this season, but the COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way customers shop at them.
As pandemic stretches on, Minnesota food programs respond to increased demand
One of the effects of the crisis we’re in right now is hunger. Between the layoffs, the stay home orders, and the school closings, more families are struggling with food.
One of the effects of the crisis we’re in right now is hunger. Between the layoffs, the stay home orders, and the school closings, more families are struggling with food.
The Bachelor Farmer in North Loop closing permanently
The Bachelor Farmer, Marvel Bar and its cafe, are closing their doors permanently following economic losses due to COVID-19 and under the stay-at-home order.
The Bachelor Farmer, Marvel Bar and its cafe, are closing their doors permanently following economic losses due to COVID-19 and under the stay-at-home order.
How staying at home can be challenging for those battling eating disorders
The current stay-at-home order is tough on many Minnesotans, but poses some unique challenges for people with eating disorders.
The current stay-at-home order is tough on many Minnesotans, but poses some unique challenges for people with eating disorders.
JBS workers protest as officials outline importance of reopening Worthington pork plant
U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson, chairman of the House Agricultural Committee, held a news conference in Worthington, Minnesota—home to the state’s largest pork production facility— where he and other officials discussed the challenges facing hog farmers in Minnesota and nationwide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson, chairman of the House Agricultural Committee, held a news conference in Worthington, Minnesota—home to the state’s largest pork production facility— where he and other officials discussed the challenges facing hog farmers in Minnesota and nationwide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Izzy's Ice Cream permanently closing St. Paul location after 20 years
Izzy's Ice Cream will be permanently closing its St. Paul location, according to a post on the company's Facebook page. This comes after weeks of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Izzy's Ice Cream will be permanently closing its St. Paul location, according to a post on the company's Facebook page. This comes after weeks of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Starbucks to reopen 90% of US stores by June in ‘carefully planned stages,’ according to report
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
Minnesota grocers ask shoppers to wear masks, practice social distancing
The Minnesota Grocers Association released a statement Wednesday asking shoppers to wear masks, practice social distancing and more.
The Minnesota Grocers Association released a statement Wednesday asking shoppers to wear masks, practice social distancing and more.
How are the plant closures impacting grocery store supply chains?
With meat processing plants closing due to COVID-19 outbreaks, there are concerns on how this will impact the supply chain to grocery stores.
With meat processing plants closing due to COVID-19 outbreaks, there are concerns on how this will impact the supply chain to grocery stores.
Hormel Foods in Austin, Minnesota makes safety adjustments in response to COVID-19
As pork production plants across Minnesota close due to COVID-19 concerns, Hormel Foods in Austin is still open. Officials said one of their employees tested positive for the coronavirus a few weeks ago, but that person has since recovered and is back at work.
As pork production plants across Minnesota close due to COVID-19 concerns, Hormel Foods in Austin is still open. Officials said one of their employees tested positive for the coronavirus a few weeks ago, but that person has since recovered and is back at work.
What will Minnesota restaurants look like when they reopen?
The governor’s stay-at-home order currently lasts until Monday, meaning businesses that are closed now are looking at the possibility of opening back up.
The governor’s stay-at-home order currently lasts until Monday, meaning businesses that are closed now are looking at the possibility of opening back up.