Six pail limit! Sweet Martha joins the Buzz to dish about her famous cookies on parade
The State Fair Food Parade kicks off in about a week. Sweet Martha herself joined the Buzz to chat about what parade goers can expect when they roll up to the Cookie Jar (and yes, there really is a 6 pail limit).
The State Fair Food Parade kicks off in about a week. Sweet Martha herself joined the Buzz to chat about what parade goers can expect when they roll up to the Cookie Jar (and yes, there really is a 6 pail limit).
Back to School 2020: Metro colleges getting ready for a very different semester
Many higher education schools have already made the call to do online courses, others are doing in-person learning. Academic Dean of North Hennepin Community College Dr. Nerita Hughes joined the Buzz with more on how they're working to make sure all students have the opportunity to learn and grow amid the pandemic.
Many higher education schools have already made the call to do online courses, others are doing in-person learning. Academic Dean of North Hennepin Community College Dr. Nerita Hughes joined the Buzz with more on how they're working to make sure all students have the opportunity to learn and grow amid the pandemic.
Back to school 2020: weighing the risks for your family
Some families are choosing distance learning for their kids this fall even if in-person learning is an option. For many kids with compromised immune systems the chance of catching COVID-19 is just too risky. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon from Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare joined the Buzz with tips as families weigh the risks of heading back to school.
Some families are choosing distance learning for their kids this fall even if in-person learning is an option. For many kids with compromised immune systems the chance of catching COVID-19 is just too risky. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon from Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare joined the Buzz with tips as families weigh the risks of heading back to school.
Big League, Big Heads
A local print shop is hard at work creating new big heads for the next Twins home game. The cutouts made their debut during the opener with the faces of 80 Twins? legends. Now fans will get the chance to see their likeness in the lower-level seats. And in some cases, their pets are getting a front row seat. Resolution Graphics in Arden Hills has printed everything from babies heads to cats and dogs. For $80, $40 for season ticket holders, fans could purchase a two-and-a-half-foot high likeness of their face. Each ?big head? will be returned to fans after the season as a keepsake.
A local print shop is hard at work creating new big heads for the next Twins home game. The cutouts made their debut during the opener with the faces of 80 Twins? legends. Now fans will get the chance to see their likeness in the lower-level seats. And in some cases, their pets are getting a front row seat. Resolution Graphics in Arden Hills has printed everything from babies heads to cats and dogs. For $80, $40 for season ticket holders, fans could purchase a two-and-a-half-foot high likeness of their face. Each ?big head? will be returned to fans after the season as a keepsake.
Young journalists gain experience in the field during the unrest earlier this summer
Students part of the Journalism ThreeSixty program completed a week long, online course to learn about journalism and build relationships with mentors. The goal of the program is to get young, diverse students interested in careers in journalism. Aaliyah Demtry is one of those students.
Students part of the Journalism ThreeSixty program completed a week long, online course to learn about journalism and build relationships with mentors. The goal of the program is to get young, diverse students interested in careers in journalism. Aaliyah Demtry is one of those students.
How to get your state fair favorites delivered right to your front door
If you didn't manage to get tickets to this year's State Fair Parade, there's still hope to enjoy your state fair food favorites. Josh Zamansky with "State Fair To Go" joined the Buzz to chat about the special boxes ready to deliver fair bliss.
If you didn't manage to get tickets to this year's State Fair Parade, there's still hope to enjoy your state fair food favorites. Josh Zamansky with "State Fair To Go" joined the Buzz to chat about the special boxes ready to deliver fair bliss.
City of Minneapolis working on plans to reopen 38th Street at Floyd memorial
The City of Minneapolis is working on plans that could reopen 38th Street at Chicago Avenue as soon as next week, after the intersection has been closed for more than two months following George Floyd's death.
The City of Minneapolis is working on plans that could reopen 38th Street at Chicago Avenue as soon as next week, after the intersection has been closed for more than two months following George Floyd's death.
Mall of America staff explains how reopening at Nickelodeon Universe will look
Mall of America Experience Designer Chris Grap explains what reopening at Nickelodeon Universe will look like as the park works to ensure safety during the pandemic.
Mall of America Experience Designer Chris Grap explains what reopening at Nickelodeon Universe will look like as the park works to ensure safety during the pandemic.
Back-to-school checklist: ways to lower the risk of COVID-19 for students
Back to school is going to feel very different this year. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, an infectious disease specialist from the Mayo Clinic, joined the Buzz with a checklist of tips to cut down the risk of COVID-19 for students.
Back to school is going to feel very different this year. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, an infectious disease specialist from the Mayo Clinic, joined the Buzz with a checklist of tips to cut down the risk of COVID-19 for students.
'Be patient' - ways to help the deaf community amid the pandemic
With social distancing measures and mask mandates in place, the deaf community is working through new challenges to communicate. Alix Kendall spoke with Daniel Millikin, Minnesota's Director of Human Services for the deaf and hard of hearing, for his perspective on the new obstacles and how you can help.
With social distancing measures and mask mandates in place, the deaf community is working through new challenges to communicate. Alix Kendall spoke with Daniel Millikin, Minnesota's Director of Human Services for the deaf and hard of hearing, for his perspective on the new obstacles and how you can help.
Pushing the boundaries online - Fringe Festival goes virtual
They've been pushing the boundaries of live, local theater for years, and now they're doing it online. Director for the MN Fringe Festival Dawn Bentley joined the Buzz to chat about the free and ticketed performances available online during this year's virtual festival.
They've been pushing the boundaries of live, local theater for years, and now they're doing it online. Director for the MN Fringe Festival Dawn Bentley joined the Buzz to chat about the free and ticketed performances available online during this year's virtual festival.
Hitting the pavement: Census workers begin field operations in MN
Those who have not filled out their 2020 Census can expect a knock on the door soon. MN Director of Census Operations Andrew Virden joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what people can expect as census workers hit the streets.
Those who have not filled out their 2020 Census can expect a knock on the door soon. MN Director of Census Operations Andrew Virden joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what people can expect as census workers hit the streets.
Maplewood Mall zoo reopens with new name
The Cock-a-doodle Zoo in the Maplewood Mall has reopened with a new name and mission. Sustainable Safari will focus on animal education and what needs to happen to keep their habitats sustainable. The zoo has kangaroos, capybarra, African porcupine, ringtail lemurs and new additions like wallabies and badgers. The zoo is open the same hours as the mall.
The Cock-a-doodle Zoo in the Maplewood Mall has reopened with a new name and mission. Sustainable Safari will focus on animal education and what needs to happen to keep their habitats sustainable. The zoo has kangaroos, capybarra, African porcupine, ringtail lemurs and new additions like wallabies and badgers. The zoo is open the same hours as the mall.
Learn how to vegetable garden like a pro at brand new Arboretum exhibit
Garden Guy Dale K takes us to the new 'Farm at the Arboretum'. The large addition to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum features expansive demonstration gardens dedicated to the past, present, and future of vegetable and crop production.
Garden Guy Dale K takes us to the new 'Farm at the Arboretum'. The large addition to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum features expansive demonstration gardens dedicated to the past, present, and future of vegetable and crop production.
Crayfest returns with an entire week dedicated to eating mud bugs
The usual block party at Smack Shack has been transformed into an entire week of enjoying one of Minnesota's invasive species. Chef and owner Josh Thoma joined the Buzz to give us an update on Crayfest 2020, and he also delivered some pointers on exactly how to eat the freshwater crustacean.
The usual block party at Smack Shack has been transformed into an entire week of enjoying one of Minnesota's invasive species. Chef and owner Josh Thoma joined the Buzz to give us an update on Crayfest 2020, and he also delivered some pointers on exactly how to eat the freshwater crustacean.
Protecting a species: New documentary on Alaskan Sockeye Salmon
"The Wild" introduces viewers to the world's largest wild salmon run near Bristol Bay, Alaska and a possible threat to the species' survival. Filmmaker Mark Titus joined the Buzz to chat about the film and how the Twin Cities can catch a screening this week.
"The Wild" introduces viewers to the world's largest wild salmon run near Bristol Bay, Alaska and a possible threat to the species' survival. Filmmaker Mark Titus joined the Buzz to chat about the film and how the Twin Cities can catch a screening this week.
Saint Paul woman opening Minnesota's only Black-owned bookstore
Hoping to fill a critical void, owner Dionne Sims spoke to the FOX 9 Buzz about launching the new store, Black Garnet Books. Focusing on adult and young adult titles by Black and other diverse authors, the store has quickly come together with the help of the community.
Hoping to fill a critical void, owner Dionne Sims spoke to the FOX 9 Buzz about launching the new store, Black Garnet Books. Focusing on adult and young adult titles by Black and other diverse authors, the store has quickly come together with the help of the community.
Twin Cities Company Brings Glamping Experience To You
Pitched MPLS launched this new business venture this spring. The company brings an Instagram-worthy set up to customer’s backyards including large canvas tents, a bed and bedding, picnic tables, fire pits, and even a screen for watching movies. They do all the set up and clean up. Owners, Kenny and Autumn Young, weren’t sure what would happen with ‘Pitched’ given the pandemic, but with parties and vacations getting cancelled due to COVID 19, their business quickly took off and they’ve purchased more tents and opened up more glamping dates.
Pitched MPLS launched this new business venture this spring. The company brings an Instagram-worthy set up to customer’s backyards including large canvas tents, a bed and bedding, picnic tables, fire pits, and even a screen for watching movies. They do all the set up and clean up. Owners, Kenny and Autumn Young, weren’t sure what would happen with ‘Pitched’ given the pandemic, but with parties and vacations getting cancelled due to COVID 19, their business quickly took off and they’ve purchased more tents and opened up more glamping dates.
Supporting the Guthrie: Free virtual benefit to raise funds amid pandemic
Featuring local theater favorites and famous faces from past productions, the Guthrie Theater is getting ready for its first virtual benefit this Saturday. The Guthrie's Maija Garcia joined the Buzz to talk about the free event, and how you can support local artists as many stages remain dark.
Featuring local theater favorites and famous faces from past productions, the Guthrie Theater is getting ready for its first virtual benefit this Saturday. The Guthrie's Maija Garcia joined the Buzz to talk about the free event, and how you can support local artists as many stages remain dark.
U of M in the middle of vaccine research for COVID-19
The University of Minnesota is on the hunt for a COVID-19 vaccine, but its research is unique from many other studies around the globe. Dr. Marc Jenkins joined the Buzz to talk about the important work underway and the timeline of when we can expect a vaccine to be ready to go.
The University of Minnesota is on the hunt for a COVID-19 vaccine, but its research is unique from many other studies around the globe. Dr. Marc Jenkins joined the Buzz to talk about the important work underway and the timeline of when we can expect a vaccine to be ready to go.