Minnesota's Strides for Stroke goes virtual
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As several fundraisers go virtual due to COVID-19, Minnesota's Strides for Stroke is ready for kickoff.

Getting your furry friends back to the vet - why their routine visits are more important than ever
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COVID-19 has put much of our life on hold the past few months. For our furry friends... they may have missed a few appointments. The Animal Humane Society's chief veterinarian Dr. Graham Brayshaw joined the Morning Buzz to talk about the importance of getting our pets back to the clinic for their routine visits.

Watch the world's top new films from your couch - MSPIFF goes online
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The Minneapolis St Paul International Film Festival has gone virtual for 2020. From international films to many Minnesota works, the films will all be available to stream on your favorite device. Jesse Bishop joined the Morning Buzz to chat about taking the festival virtual and a few film highlights.

The race to find a vaccine is on at the U, how the Minnesota team is taking a different approach
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Dozens of vaccine trials are underway around the world, including at the University of Minnesota, but the U is headed a different direction than most. Dr. Ryan Langlois joined the Morning Buzz to chat about what makes their research unique and how fast a vaccine could be developed.

'The sun is shining for Minnesota retailers' - businesses getting ready to reopen on Monday
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Retail businesses, including malls, will be allowed to reopen on Monday across Minnesota, with some restrictions in place. Minnesota Retailers Association President Bruce Nustad joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how businesses plan to safely reopen.

Minneapolis comedian Mary Mack on starring in new Hulu series "Solar Opposites"
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It's an out-of-this-world show and a Minneapolis comic is right in the middle of the action. Mary Mack stars in the new Hulu animated comedy "Solar Opposites". Mack joined the Morning Buzz to chat about her new role and the art of voice acting.

Micro wedding trends: how couples are scaling things down amid COVID-19
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As couples look to keep their special date on the calendar, many are turning to micro weddings. Matthew Trettel from The Wedding Guys joined the Morning Buzz with ways for couples to go out on every detail, just on a smaller scale.

ServeMinnesota looking to hire 500 people to assist organizations in need this summer
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The Minnesota AmeriCorps Emergency Response Initiative, which was just launched by ServeMinnesota, has created 500 positions. Lindsay Dolce with ServeMinnesota joined the Morning Buzz to put out a call for applicants.

As cases of COVID-19 rise, Minnesota hospitals face a growing test of their resources
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Hospitals remain on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. As the number of serious cases continues to rise across the state, critical resources are being tested. Minnesota Hospitals Association President & CEO Dr. Rahul Koranne joined the FOX 9 Morning News with an update on how hospitals are doing.

Minnesota cartoonist gets her own Netflix show for kids
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A popular book series by a Duluth cartoonist is now an animated Netflix series. Author and artist Chris Monroe joined the Buzz to chat about taking ?Monkey with a Tool Belt? from the page to screen.

Are birds really louder during the pandemic? U of M expert weighs in
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You may have noticed extra chirping and tweeting while social distancing this spring, but are birds actually louder? Gail Buhl from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center takes on that question and more.

Zoe Francois on how to start the perfect sourdough starter (and keep it alive)
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Minnesotans love to bake, and they've been doing a lot more while they're stuck at home. The classic sourdough starter is a great project for families. Professional baker and cookbook author Zoe Francois joined the Morning Buzz with tips on how to get one started and keep it maintained. For more inspiration visit www.breadin5.com

Getting your money back: The best strategy to securing a refund for your airline tickets
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Cancellations are mounting as millions of people pull the plug on their summer vacations. If you're looking to get a full refund for your airline tickets, there's a key strategy you should follow according to Thrifty Traveler's Kyle Potter. Kyle joined the Morning Buzz with that tip and more.

Zoe Francois on how to start the perfect sourdough starter (and keep it alive)
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Minnesotans love to bake, and they've been doing a lot more while they're stuck at home. The classic sourdough starter is a great project for families. Professional baker and cookbook author Zoe Francois joined the Morning Buzz with tips on how to get one started and keep it maintained. For more baking inspiration visit www.breadin5.com

Strides for Stroke Walk headed online
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It can happen to anyone at any time. May is Stroke Awareness Month and the Minnesota Stroke Association is taking its annual walk online. Brad Donaldson with MSA joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about why this year's walk is more important than ever, and how to get involved.

How Minnesota hospitals plan to safely restart elective surgeries this week
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Governor Walz is allowing Minnesota hospitals to restart elective surgeries, but just which procedures will return and when is up to the facilities themselves. Senior medical director for HealthPartners, Dr. Mark Sannes, joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how they plan to restart elective surgeries safely.

Mother's Day 2020: Focusing on mom's mental health
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Mother's Day 2020 is going to look and feel different this year. Moms are working extra hard to take care of their families during the pandemic. We spoke with psychiatrist Dr. Elizabeth LaRusso from Allina Health on how to focus on mom's mental well-being on Mother's Day, and every day.

Reopening with flare: Plant-based restaurant back open with changes
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While restaurants struggle with difficult decisions, one in Uptown is reopening with flare. Fig + Farro, a plant-based restaurant, is open again for take-out and delivery. They've also added a custom pickup window and live music.

There's no do-over: High school seniors reflect on what they're missing in their final year
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We know living through COVID-19 is difficult for all of us, but for high school seniors there is no do-over. Alix Kendall spoke with seniors in our area about what they're missing, and how this epidemic is preparing them for the future.

Last-minute gifts for mom - items you can get today via curbside pickup
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If you still need a gift for mom, there's still time! MSP Magazine's Madeline Nachbar stopped by the Buzz with ideas that you can pick up curbside at local boutiques. From floral to cookbooks, there's no excuse not to find something mom will love.