Wine judging at the Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K takes a look at what goes into wine judging at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K takes a look at what goes into wine judging at the Minnesota State Fair.
Save Minnesota?s prairies by harvesting seeds
Minnesota?s prairie is dwindling and every year hundreds of volunteers help collect wildflower seed that?s used to restore thousands of acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers Park District. They host events all across the metro through October. They train each attendee to identify plants while also learning about the history of Minnesota?s prairies. A reservation is required to attend the events.
Minnesota?s prairie is dwindling and every year hundreds of volunteers help collect wildflower seed that?s used to restore thousands of acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers Park District. They host events all across the metro through October. They train each attendee to identify plants while also learning about the history of Minnesota?s prairies. A reservation is required to attend the events.
Help track monarch butterflies before their journey
Three Rivers Park District is looking for citizen scientists. There are events throughout August and September that aids in researching an endangered species. The park system will be training visitors on how to catch and tag Monarch Butterflies. The butterflies will soon be leaving on their 2,000-mile journey to Mexico and tagging them can help scientists understand their travel patterns and protect the habitats they visit along the way. These events happen all across the metro and you do need to sign up ahead of time to attend.
Three Rivers Park District is looking for citizen scientists. There are events throughout August and September that aids in researching an endangered species. The park system will be training visitors on how to catch and tag Monarch Butterflies. The butterflies will soon be leaving on their 2,000-mile journey to Mexico and tagging them can help scientists understand their travel patterns and protect the habitats they visit along the way. These events happen all across the metro and you do need to sign up ahead of time to attend.
FOX 9 Good Day plays State Fair Pictionary
FOX 9 Good Day plays Pictionary ahead of the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9 Good Day plays Pictionary ahead of the Minnesota State Fair.
Porta Potty chase in Michigan
A slow speed chase in Michigan. Strong winds sent a porta-potty blowing across a parking lot. The police cruiser reached 16 mph as officers chased their suspect down. Luckily, the officer stopped the porta-potty before it tipped over.
A slow speed chase in Michigan. Strong winds sent a porta-potty blowing across a parking lot. The police cruiser reached 16 mph as officers chased their suspect down. Luckily, the officer stopped the porta-potty before it tipped over.
Setting up for the Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K talks about setting up for the Minnesota State Fair, which opens on Thursday.
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K talks about setting up for the Minnesota State Fair, which opens on Thursday.
New Minnesota State Fair transportation stop
The express bus service returns to 95th Avenue Park & Ride in Blaine this year for the first time since 2017. See what other transportation options are available in the Twin Cities metro area.
The express bus service returns to 95th Avenue Park & Ride in Blaine this year for the first time since 2017. See what other transportation options are available in the Twin Cities metro area.
Staying cool as temperatures soar
With students returning to school soon, pools and beaches are already closing for the season. This comes as the hottest temperatures of the year are expected. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the latest.
With students returning to school soon, pools and beaches are already closing for the season. This comes as the hottest temperatures of the year are expected. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the latest.
How much shedding is normal for dogs, cats?
Dr. Eric Ruhland of St. Paul Pet Hospital shares his insight on shedding.
Dr. Eric Ruhland of St. Paul Pet Hospital shares his insight on shedding.
My State Fair Lady talks her fair favorites
My State Fair Lady joined FOX 9 Good Day to share her Minnesota State Fair must-dos and talk about all things State Fair.
My State Fair Lady joined FOX 9 Good Day to share her Minnesota State Fair must-dos and talk about all things State Fair.
Children?s Theatre director stepping down
The lights are about to come up on the next season of shows at the Children's Theatre Company (CTC) . The new season kicks off in September with "Cookin", featuring a wild cooking competition mixed with martial arts. For the artistic director of the Children's Theatre, this will be his last curtain call. Peter Brosius is stepping down after 27 years on the job. He joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about his last season with CTC.
The lights are about to come up on the next season of shows at the Children's Theatre Company (CTC) . The new season kicks off in September with "Cookin", featuring a wild cooking competition mixed with martial arts. For the artistic director of the Children's Theatre, this will be his last curtain call. Peter Brosius is stepping down after 27 years on the job. He joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about his last season with CTC.
Minnesota State Fair hidden food gems
Stephanie March joins FOX 9 Good Day to talk about hidden food gems at the Minnesota State Fair.
Stephanie March joins FOX 9 Good Day to talk about hidden food gems at the Minnesota State Fair.
Raku Firing at the Minnetonka Center for the Arts
It?s said that having a hobby can lead to improved mental health, and if you don?t know where to start, check out the fall catalogue for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Classes begin Sept. 5. They are offering everything from ceramics to weaving, jewelry making, photography, flower arranging, painting and even the fiery ancient Japanese ceramics technique called Raku firing. The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is located at 2240 North Shore Drive. Class registration is open now.
It?s said that having a hobby can lead to improved mental health, and if you don?t know where to start, check out the fall catalogue for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Classes begin Sept. 5. They are offering everything from ceramics to weaving, jewelry making, photography, flower arranging, painting and even the fiery ancient Japanese ceramics technique called Raku firing. The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is located at 2240 North Shore Drive. Class registration is open now.
No, Kelly and Shayne are not pregnant
After a photo circulated on social media of Kelly and Shayne posing with three FOX 9 moms-to-be, Kelly and Shayne felt the need to clarify that no, they are not pregnant but they're very happy for their colleagues who are expecting.
After a photo circulated on social media of Kelly and Shayne posing with three FOX 9 moms-to-be, Kelly and Shayne felt the need to clarify that no, they are not pregnant but they're very happy for their colleagues who are expecting.
Classic western 'Shane' comes to the Guthrie
The Western novel "Shane," published in 1949 has sprung to life on stage at The Guthrie Theater. Renowned playwright Karen Zacar�as uses this version to interrogate the assumptions and myths of the American West. The show is playing now and runs through Aug. 27. It stars William DeMerritt as Shane and Ricardo Chavira as Joe Starrett.
The Western novel "Shane," published in 1949 has sprung to life on stage at The Guthrie Theater. Renowned playwright Karen Zacar�as uses this version to interrogate the assumptions and myths of the American West. The show is playing now and runs through Aug. 27. It stars William DeMerritt as Shane and Ricardo Chavira as Joe Starrett.
Musical festival coming Minneapolis porches
A successful music festival in Boston inspired the first-ever Uptown Porchfest. It will take place on Aug, 19 from 1-5 p.m. There are 30 different bands playing 19 porches. The porches are spread out over the Wedge Neighborhood so you can wander and enjoy different bands on every block. The event is free to attend. Because parking can be challenging in the area, attendees are highly encouraged to take public transportation, bike, walk or ride share.
A successful music festival in Boston inspired the first-ever Uptown Porchfest. It will take place on Aug, 19 from 1-5 p.m. There are 30 different bands playing 19 porches. The porches are spread out over the Wedge Neighborhood so you can wander and enjoy different bands on every block. The event is free to attend. Because parking can be challenging in the area, attendees are highly encouraged to take public transportation, bike, walk or ride share.
Victory Garden marks 80th year
A Minneapolis garden established in the 40?s as a victory garden, is still playing a significant role in the Longfellow community. In fact, it?s one of two remaining victory gardens still in use today. Today there are 190 plots and more than 250 gardeners, including a waitlist to get a spot, and that?s something to celebrate. The Dowling Community Garden volunteers are hosting a party on Saturday August 19th from 11am to 2pm. The sprawling garden is located at 46th Avenue and 39th Street S.
A Minneapolis garden established in the 40?s as a victory garden, is still playing a significant role in the Longfellow community. In fact, it?s one of two remaining victory gardens still in use today. Today there are 190 plots and more than 250 gardeners, including a waitlist to get a spot, and that?s something to celebrate. The Dowling Community Garden volunteers are hosting a party on Saturday August 19th from 11am to 2pm. The sprawling garden is located at 46th Avenue and 39th Street S.
Controlling buckthorn, weeds with goats
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K talks about the rise of "goatscaping" and using goats to control buckthorn and weeds in your yard.
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K talks about the rise of "goatscaping" and using goats to control buckthorn and weeds in your yard.
Saving money at Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9's Se Kwon shares tips on how to save money at the Minnesota State Fair this year.
FOX 9's Se Kwon shares tips on how to save money at the Minnesota State Fair this year.
Must-try cottage cheese recipes
Cottage cheese is all the rage these days. FOX 9 Good Day learns a few simple cottage cheese recipes.
Cottage cheese is all the rage these days. FOX 9 Good Day learns a few simple cottage cheese recipes.