Taking a ride for good: Virtual ride raising money for Free Bikes 4 Kidz
It's a global effort to raise money for great organizations, Bike for Humanity. The virtual ride is benefiting in part a local organization in the Twin Cities, Free Bikes 4 Kidz.
It's a global effort to raise money for great organizations, Bike for Humanity. The virtual ride is benefiting in part a local organization in the Twin Cities, Free Bikes 4 Kidz.
Prehistoric experience arrives at state fairgrounds
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are taking you back in time for the next two weekends. ?Dinosaur Adventure? is a drive-thru experience that features 80 life-sized dinosaurs including a 40-foot robotic T-rex. They also offer a guided audio tour. You do have to purchase tickets in advance for a specific time-slot. For more information visit: www.dinosauradventure.com
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are taking you back in time for the next two weekends. ?Dinosaur Adventure? is a drive-thru experience that features 80 life-sized dinosaurs including a 40-foot robotic T-rex. They also offer a guided audio tour. You do have to purchase tickets in advance for a specific time-slot. For more information visit: www.dinosauradventure.com
Como Zoo & Como Town Amusement Park Reopen
The Como Zoo is now open daily from 10am to 4pm. Before you go, you?ll need a reservation and masks are required. Also included in the safety plan, a one-way walking path that begins at the new Cleveland Court. It?s located near the carousel and Como Town. Reservations are only available on Como?s website: https://comozooconservatory.org/ Como Town will reopen Wednesday - Sunday with limited-capacity time slot packages at 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30. Tickets are $13.00. Reservations and information for Como Town can be found at www.comotown.com.
The Como Zoo is now open daily from 10am to 4pm. Before you go, you?ll need a reservation and masks are required. Also included in the safety plan, a one-way walking path that begins at the new Cleveland Court. It?s located near the carousel and Como Town. Reservations are only available on Como?s website: https://comozooconservatory.org/ Como Town will reopen Wednesday - Sunday with limited-capacity time slot packages at 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30. Tickets are $13.00. Reservations and information for Como Town can be found at www.comotown.com.
Brooklyn Park opens new pop-up plaza
What was once a grassy field on the corner of a busy intersection in Brooklyn Park is now a pop-up space dubbed Plaza Park. The gathering spot is next to the Brooklyn Park Library on the corner of 85th Avenue North and West Broadway Avenue. Plaza Park has a stage, a nature play area, murals by local artist Geno Okok, picnic tables and a space for food trucks to park. The city plans to transform this space into a permanent plaza as part of the Center for Innovation and the Arts project with North Hennepin Community College. Construction on the center will begin in 2022.
What was once a grassy field on the corner of a busy intersection in Brooklyn Park is now a pop-up space dubbed Plaza Park. The gathering spot is next to the Brooklyn Park Library on the corner of 85th Avenue North and West Broadway Avenue. Plaza Park has a stage, a nature play area, murals by local artist Geno Okok, picnic tables and a space for food trucks to park. The city plans to transform this space into a permanent plaza as part of the Center for Innovation and the Arts project with North Hennepin Community College. Construction on the center will begin in 2022.
Sunflower fields in bloom in Northwest Metro
For the last five years, a Twin Cities realtor has been planting sunflower fields simply as a way to spread joy. This year there are 12 picture-perfect fields spread across Rogers, Monticello and Dayton. They are free for the public to enjoy and truly an Instagrammer?s delight. To find out which fields are in-bloom and where they are located; visit the ?Fish Sunflowers? Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/687823781575350/
For the last five years, a Twin Cities realtor has been planting sunflower fields simply as a way to spread joy. This year there are 12 picture-perfect fields spread across Rogers, Monticello and Dayton. They are free for the public to enjoy and truly an Instagrammer?s delight. To find out which fields are in-bloom and where they are located; visit the ?Fish Sunflowers? Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/687823781575350/
Fair food favorites on parade: State Fair dishes on drive- through experience
The Minnesota State Fair's Danielle Dullinger joined the Buzz with details on the very first, State Fair Food Parade. What you need to know about the route, vendors, and scoring tickets.
The Minnesota State Fair's Danielle Dullinger joined the Buzz with details on the very first, State Fair Food Parade. What you need to know about the route, vendors, and scoring tickets.
Floating beauty: Dale K explores Como's water gardens
Come face to face with some of nature's most interesting and beautiful plants. July and August are peak season to see peaceful floating lilies. Garden Guy Dale K visits Como Conservatory with more on this spectacular flowers.
Come face to face with some of nature's most interesting and beautiful plants. July and August are peak season to see peaceful floating lilies. Garden Guy Dale K visits Como Conservatory with more on this spectacular flowers.
Mask mandate: how to properly wear a mask and keep it clean
Following Governor Walz's statewide mask mandate, Dr. Michael Bess from UHC joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how to properly wear a mask, protecting yourself and others from COVID-19.
Following Governor Walz's statewide mask mandate, Dr. Michael Bess from UHC joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how to properly wear a mask, protecting yourself and others from COVID-19.
Road Trip: New ice cream shop with a German twist opens in New Ulm
In lieu of vacations, many Minnesotans are planning road trips. One stop to put on your travel bucket list is New Ulm. This weekend they?re holding their ?Crazy Days? event that encourages people to support local businesses and restaurants that are facing hardships due to the pandemic. There will be special sidewalk sales and live music. Make sure to leave room for sweets. There?s a new shop called MN Eis. They have 24 flavors of ice cream, edible cookie dough, cupcakes and candy. Their specialty is the German treat called Spaghettieis. It?s an ice cream dessert that looks just like spaghetti and meatballs
In lieu of vacations, many Minnesotans are planning road trips. One stop to put on your travel bucket list is New Ulm. This weekend they?re holding their ?Crazy Days? event that encourages people to support local businesses and restaurants that are facing hardships due to the pandemic. There will be special sidewalk sales and live music. Make sure to leave room for sweets. There?s a new shop called MN Eis. They have 24 flavors of ice cream, edible cookie dough, cupcakes and candy. Their specialty is the German treat called Spaghettieis. It?s an ice cream dessert that looks just like spaghetti and meatballs
Shayne Wells talks to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Famer
Shayne Wells talked to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Halll of Famer Dave "Greek" Wagner ahead of Wednesday night's town ball double header, where the Belle Plaine Tigers will unveil a Hall of Fame plaque at Tiger Park for him.
Shayne Wells talked to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Halll of Famer Dave "Greek" Wagner ahead of Wednesday night's town ball double header, where the Belle Plaine Tigers will unveil a Hall of Fame plaque at Tiger Park for him.
Mayor of Belle Plaine talks city's rich history with amateur baseball
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
Shayne Walls talks amateur baseball with former Belle Plaine mayor known around town as Mr. Baseball
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Hitting the pavement: Ultimate Midwest Road Trip Destinations
Travel guru Mikah Meyer joined the Buzz with his picks for the top Midwest road trip destinations. From North Dakota to Nebraska, the Badlands to a great river float, there's something for everyone looking for a change in scenery.
Travel guru Mikah Meyer joined the Buzz with his picks for the top Midwest road trip destinations. From North Dakota to Nebraska, the Badlands to a great river float, there's something for everyone looking for a change in scenery.
What pet owners need to remember about their furry friends with microchips
Whether you've had your pet microchipped or you're thinking about it, the Animal Humane Society's Janelle Dixon joined the Buzz with important reminders for pet owners.
Whether you've had your pet microchipped or you're thinking about it, the Animal Humane Society's Janelle Dixon joined the Buzz with important reminders for pet owners.
Weekly additional $600 unemployment assistance to end: resources available to those looking for work
As the additional weekly $600 unemployment benefit payment is slated to end this month, DEED Commissioner Steve Grove joined the FOX 9 Morning Buzz to detail resources available to those looking for work and the top jobs in demand now in Minnesota.
As the additional weekly $600 unemployment benefit payment is slated to end this month, DEED Commissioner Steve Grove joined the FOX 9 Morning Buzz to detail resources available to those looking for work and the top jobs in demand now in Minnesota.
"Springboard for the Arts" looks to support local artists as pandemic lingers
With most theaters and concert venues still closed, local artists are facing huge challenges in supporting their families. Executive director for Springboard for the Arts, Laura Zabel, joined the Buzz to talk about their work in supporting artists and their plans for the future.
With most theaters and concert venues still closed, local artists are facing huge challenges in supporting their families. Executive director for Springboard for the Arts, Laura Zabel, joined the Buzz to talk about their work in supporting artists and their plans for the future.
Minnesota Zoo opens to the public Friday
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
The Skin Sisters on how to score a healthy summer glow
Summer does not last in Minnesota, and that means the time is now to score that summer glow. The Skin Sisters -- Lauren Sundick and Brooke Moss -- joined the Buzz with their top tips to achieving that glow safely.
Summer does not last in Minnesota, and that means the time is now to score that summer glow. The Skin Sisters -- Lauren Sundick and Brooke Moss -- joined the Buzz with their top tips to achieving that glow safely.
State Fair dairy tradition to continue: how you can watch this year's butter carvings
The Princess Kay of the Milky Way program will continue in 2020, complete with a coronation and those famous butter carvings. Current Princess Kay, Amy Kyllo, joined us to chat about her reign and how fans can still get into the dairy spirit this summer.
The Princess Kay of the Milky Way program will continue in 2020, complete with a coronation and those famous butter carvings. Current Princess Kay, Amy Kyllo, joined us to chat about her reign and how fans can still get into the dairy spirit this summer.
VP of Minneapolis City Council Andrea Jenkins talks with FOX 9
Andrea Jenkins, the Vice President of the Minneapolis City Council, talked with FOX 9 about the recent decision to declare racism a public health crisis and more.
Andrea Jenkins, the Vice President of the Minneapolis City Council, talked with FOX 9 about the recent decision to declare racism a public health crisis and more.