'Coolest thing made in Minnesota' nominations open
The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce launched its "Coolest thing made in Minnesota" program, which will take nominations through mid-August before the finalists are announced in September. The winner will then be announced in October.
The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce launched its "Coolest thing made in Minnesota" program, which will take nominations through mid-August before the finalists are announced in September. The winner will then be announced in October.
Ask the Garden Guy
Garden Guy Dale K. answers viewer questions in this two-part segment.
Garden Guy Dale K. answers viewer questions in this two-part segment.
Go back in time at the Old Time Harvest in Jordan
Fire up the threshers! The Scott/Carver Threshers Association is hosting the 60th Old Time Harvest with a goal of preserving agricultural history by firing up the antique machinery to demonstrate what farm-life was like 100 years ago. The festival runs Aug. 2, 3 and 4 on the grounds across the street from the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan. It?s $10 for adults for the whole weekend and free for kids under 12. Each morning starts with a pancake breakfast.
Fire up the threshers! The Scott/Carver Threshers Association is hosting the 60th Old Time Harvest with a goal of preserving agricultural history by firing up the antique machinery to demonstrate what farm-life was like 100 years ago. The festival runs Aug. 2, 3 and 4 on the grounds across the street from the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan. It?s $10 for adults for the whole weekend and free for kids under 12. Each morning starts with a pancake breakfast.
Dino Fest returns to Science Museum of Minnesota
A fan-favorite festival is back at the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul. Dino Fest is happening on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will include activities, presentations, performances, and a field jacket opening from a recent dig in Montana. Guests can also go behind the scenes to see the paleo lab. Dino Fest is included with an admission ticket to the science museum.
A fan-favorite festival is back at the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul. Dino Fest is happening on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will include activities, presentations, performances, and a field jacket opening from a recent dig in Montana. Guests can also go behind the scenes to see the paleo lab. Dino Fest is included with an admission ticket to the science museum.
Chef Yia Vang opens the doors of Vinai
One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the year is finally here. Vinai is open now in the Sheridan Neighborhood of Northeast Minneapolis. The restaurant will be open Tuesday through Saturday evenings. It?s named after the refugee camp in Thailand where Vang?s parents met and where he was born. The restaurant honors both of his parents by utilizing their recipes and methods of woodfire cooking. It?s located at 1300 2nd St. NE, the former location of Dangerous Man Brewing. Vang is a James Beard Finalist. He also runs Union Hmong Kitchen which has two locations, one in the North Loop and one on West Lake Street. He will also serve Hmong food once again at the Minnesota State Fair.
One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the year is finally here. Vinai is open now in the Sheridan Neighborhood of Northeast Minneapolis. The restaurant will be open Tuesday through Saturday evenings. It?s named after the refugee camp in Thailand where Vang?s parents met and where he was born. The restaurant honors both of his parents by utilizing their recipes and methods of woodfire cooking. It?s located at 1300 2nd St. NE, the former location of Dangerous Man Brewing. Vang is a James Beard Finalist. He also runs Union Hmong Kitchen which has two locations, one in the North Loop and one on West Lake Street. He will also serve Hmong food once again at the Minnesota State Fair.
Brewery puts focus on pollinator-friendly patio
A spot in St. Paul is pairing craft beer with a beautiful patio space perfect for pollinators. Garden Guy Dale K. takes a trip to Bang Brewing to see how they're putting a focus on the environment.
A spot in St. Paul is pairing craft beer with a beautiful patio space perfect for pollinators. Garden Guy Dale K. takes a trip to Bang Brewing to see how they're putting a focus on the environment.
Chef Yia Vang opens new restaurant Vinai in Minneapolis
FOX 9's Shayne Wells sits down with Chef Yia Vang to chat about his new restaurant Vinai, which opens July 30 serving traditional Hmong food. The restaurant is located at 1300 NE 2nd St. in Minneapolis.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells sits down with Chef Yia Vang to chat about his new restaurant Vinai, which opens July 30 serving traditional Hmong food. The restaurant is located at 1300 NE 2nd St. in Minneapolis.
Viral gaming center comes to Roseville
The gaming experience is getting supersized at a new spot in Roseville. Activate Games puts you in the video game using cutting edge technology for interactive gaming. The Mega Grid game is the most well-known after going viral on TikTok. It has touch-sensor floor tiles that create a floor is lava-type game with varying levels of difficulty. It is designed for players over the age of 10, though kids age 4 and up can participate. Activate now has 40 locations worldwide. It?s open now in Roseville at 1955 County Road B2.
The gaming experience is getting supersized at a new spot in Roseville. Activate Games puts you in the video game using cutting edge technology for interactive gaming. The Mega Grid game is the most well-known after going viral on TikTok. It has touch-sensor floor tiles that create a floor is lava-type game with varying levels of difficulty. It is designed for players over the age of 10, though kids age 4 and up can participate. Activate now has 40 locations worldwide. It?s open now in Roseville at 1955 County Road B2.
Orchestra Hall celebrates 50 years in Minneapolis
Orchestra Hall, the home of the Minnesota Orchestra, is 50 years old. Located on Nicollet Mall, it?s drawn more than 10 million people to downtown. Architect Hugh Hardy designed the venue. It features 114 large cubes that disperse sound throughout the auditorium. Experience the venue with the ?Summer at Orchestra Hall? program. It runs through Aug. 10 and the theme is Roaring Twenties.
Orchestra Hall, the home of the Minnesota Orchestra, is 50 years old. Located on Nicollet Mall, it?s drawn more than 10 million people to downtown. Architect Hugh Hardy designed the venue. It features 114 large cubes that disperse sound throughout the auditorium. Experience the venue with the ?Summer at Orchestra Hall? program. It runs through Aug. 10 and the theme is Roaring Twenties.
Tap dance phenoms create musical experience
Nationally acclaimed tap dance artists, along with musicians and a group of talented kids are working on a show that?ll debut Saturday night at the Ames Center in Burnsville. The Storyboard Experience is in its third year and from the Rhythm Street Movement team. It?s an educational week for the students that culminates in the production of a full-length show with original music played live by a seven-piece band. The Storyboard Experience is slated for 7 p.m. at the Ames Center on July 27.
Nationally acclaimed tap dance artists, along with musicians and a group of talented kids are working on a show that?ll debut Saturday night at the Ames Center in Burnsville. The Storyboard Experience is in its third year and from the Rhythm Street Movement team. It?s an educational week for the students that culminates in the production of a full-length show with original music played live by a seven-piece band. The Storyboard Experience is slated for 7 p.m. at the Ames Center on July 27.
U.S. Home Prices Hit Record in June
Existing home sales data was recently released which shows prices continue to increase. Now, the median sales price in June rose to $427,000, a new record. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News with a closer look at the numbers.
Existing home sales data was recently released which shows prices continue to increase. Now, the median sales price in June rose to $427,000, a new record. Patrick Rehkamp, a senior financial writer from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank, joined the FOX 9 Morning News with a closer look at the numbers.
Circus Juventas celebrates 30 year legacy
Circus Juventas is marking their 30th anniversary with a new show and a trip down memory lane. Circus fans can check out a wide array of costumes on display at the corner of Grand Ave and Victoria Ave in St. Paul. Co-Founders Dan and Betty Butler joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about the legacy and how circus has evolved.
Circus Juventas is marking their 30th anniversary with a new show and a trip down memory lane. Circus fans can check out a wide array of costumes on display at the corner of Grand Ave and Victoria Ave in St. Paul. Co-Founders Dan and Betty Butler joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about the legacy and how circus has evolved.
The Giving Garden Cart in Maple Grove
Garden Guy Dale K. takes a trip up to Maple Grove to meet the woman giving back to her community through gardening. You never know what you'll find at the "Giving Garden Cart".
Garden Guy Dale K. takes a trip up to Maple Grove to meet the woman giving back to her community through gardening. You never know what you'll find at the "Giving Garden Cart".
Canceled flights continue at MSP after tech outage
Travelers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Monday are still dealing with canceled and delayed flights, days after a global tech outage caused issues for airports around the country.
Travelers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Monday are still dealing with canceled and delayed flights, days after a global tech outage caused issues for airports around the country.
Little Charity Book Truck gives back
The next time you're at the farmer's market or a local festival, don't be surprised if you see a cute little green truck that doubles as a mobile book store. Hannah flood caught up with the owner to see where they'll be stopping in the metro this weekend.
The next time you're at the farmer's market or a local festival, don't be surprised if you see a cute little green truck that doubles as a mobile book store. Hannah flood caught up with the owner to see where they'll be stopping in the metro this weekend.
Technology outage causing flight cancellations
A global technology outage is causing flight cancelations and disruptions at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport and other airports nationwide on Friday morning. FOX 9's Se Kwon is at the MSP Airport Friday morning to see the impact on travelers.
A global technology outage is causing flight cancelations and disruptions at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport and other airports nationwide on Friday morning. FOX 9's Se Kwon is at the MSP Airport Friday morning to see the impact on travelers.
Take a stroll through a local lavender farm
Lavender is a big trend in the health and beauty world. From moisturizers to essential oils, you can find the scent in a lot of products. Garden Guy Dale K. took a trip to The Lavender Barnyard in Farmington to take a look at what they have to offer.
Lavender is a big trend in the health and beauty world. From moisturizers to essential oils, you can find the scent in a lot of products. Garden Guy Dale K. took a trip to The Lavender Barnyard in Farmington to take a look at what they have to offer.
Mermaids make a splash at Sea Life at Mall of America
Magical creatures have joined the sharks, stingrays and tropical fish at Sea Life at Mall of America. Mermaids are back July 18 through Aug. 9. They will appear underwater and offer meet and greets on land on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays and Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sea Life is located on Level One East at the Mall of America. The event does require a special mermaid event ticket.
Magical creatures have joined the sharks, stingrays and tropical fish at Sea Life at Mall of America. Mermaids are back July 18 through Aug. 9. They will appear underwater and offer meet and greets on land on Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays and Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sea Life is located on Level One East at the Mall of America. The event does require a special mermaid event ticket.
FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg catches fish on live TV
FOX 9 Meteorologist Jared Piepenburg caught a fish on live TV during Good Day on July 18.
FOX 9 Meteorologist Jared Piepenburg caught a fish on live TV during Good Day on July 18.
Chief O'Hara weighs in on MPD contract vote
Thursday morning the Minneapolis City Council is slated to vote on the new contract for the Minneapolis Police Department. If approved, the new contract would make MPD one of the highest paying departments in the state. Chief Brian O'Hara joined the FOX 9 Morning news to discuss what the deal would mean for officers and recruitment efforts.
Thursday morning the Minneapolis City Council is slated to vote on the new contract for the Minneapolis Police Department. If approved, the new contract would make MPD one of the highest paying departments in the state. Chief Brian O'Hara joined the FOX 9 Morning news to discuss what the deal would mean for officers and recruitment efforts.