St. Paul bird sanctuary takes in captive parrots
An organization in St. Paul is dedicated to providing sanctuary for unwanted parrots. In fact, since its founding in 1999, MAARS has given refuge and medical care to 1,500 birds. They have a big flock living freely in their unmarked two-story building. At any given time, roughly 85 parrots are living at the sanctuary. The organization is run by volunteers who tend to the daily needs of the flock. MAARS says although the birds are beautiful and entertaining, they can be very difficult and demanding in captivity.
An organization in St. Paul is dedicated to providing sanctuary for unwanted parrots. In fact, since its founding in 1999, MAARS has given refuge and medical care to 1,500 birds. They have a big flock living freely in their unmarked two-story building. At any given time, roughly 85 parrots are living at the sanctuary. The organization is run by volunteers who tend to the daily needs of the flock. MAARS says although the birds are beautiful and entertaining, they can be very difficult and demanding in captivity.
Urban farm grows fresh greens for restaurants, residents
Restaurants looking for locally-grown, fresh produce during the winter months must turn to a different type of farm, one in which the complete growing system is in a climate-controlled box. A farm in Shoreview, Frisk Fra Boksen (Fresh from the Box) uses that model. Their 320-square-foot shipping container can grow the same amount of greens you?d need 3.2 acres of traditional farmland to produce. Owners Barb and Chris Glasoe utilize vertical farming in a climate-controlled environment and sell to residents and many local restaurants. Demand is so high, they?re considering buying another container farm.
Restaurants looking for locally-grown, fresh produce during the winter months must turn to a different type of farm, one in which the complete growing system is in a climate-controlled box. A farm in Shoreview, Frisk Fra Boksen (Fresh from the Box) uses that model. Their 320-square-foot shipping container can grow the same amount of greens you?d need 3.2 acres of traditional farmland to produce. Owners Barb and Chris Glasoe utilize vertical farming in a climate-controlled environment and sell to residents and many local restaurants. Demand is so high, they?re considering buying another container farm.
Twin Cities Auto Show returns to Minneapolis Convention Center
The Twin Cities Auto Show is back at the Minneapolis Convention Center for its 50th anniversary. This year?s show offers some rare vehicles like the 2022 Ford GT. The company only made 14 of them. There?s also an array of electric vehicles including the Ford F150 Lightning and you can take a stroll down Luxury Lane. The most expensive vehicle in the show is a $384,000 Bentley Continental. The show runs from March 31-April 8.
The Twin Cities Auto Show is back at the Minneapolis Convention Center for its 50th anniversary. This year?s show offers some rare vehicles like the 2022 Ford GT. The company only made 14 of them. There?s also an array of electric vehicles including the Ford F150 Lightning and you can take a stroll down Luxury Lane. The most expensive vehicle in the show is a $384,000 Bentley Continental. The show runs from March 31-April 8.
Spring escape inside the Galleria in Edina
The Floral Experience is back at the Galleria in Edina for its fourth year. The luxury mall teamed up with Bachman?s for the experience. This year's theme is "World of Wonder," which they described as a funky nod to nature with giant glittering mushrooms, rainbows and creatures embedded in floral displays. There are also fairy gardens hidden throughout for the kids to find. The experience is set up from end-to-end with 20 different displays made up of 100 different types of flowers, plants and trees. It will be in place through April 9. The Galleria is also offering free valet near the east end of the mall by Cov Restaurant.
The Floral Experience is back at the Galleria in Edina for its fourth year. The luxury mall teamed up with Bachman?s for the experience. This year's theme is "World of Wonder," which they described as a funky nod to nature with giant glittering mushrooms, rainbows and creatures embedded in floral displays. There are also fairy gardens hidden throughout for the kids to find. The experience is set up from end-to-end with 20 different displays made up of 100 different types of flowers, plants and trees. It will be in place through April 9. The Galleria is also offering free valet near the east end of the mall by Cov Restaurant.
Science Museum of Minnesota exhibit uses reclaimed specimens
A new exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota is looking to change the way we see things like poisonous snakes, insects and urchins. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited the St. Paul museum to take a look at their new exhibit called "Exquisite Creatures."
A new exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota is looking to change the way we see things like poisonous snakes, insects and urchins. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited the St. Paul museum to take a look at their new exhibit called "Exquisite Creatures."
Mia's new exhibit features 150 ancient Chinese vessels
The Minneapolis Institute of Art collaborated with an Oscar-winning art director and film designer on its latest exhibition. It showcases 150 ancient Chinese vessels that held great ritual significance. FOX 9's Shayne Wells joins us from the Target Gallery in Mia.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art collaborated with an Oscar-winning art director and film designer on its latest exhibition. It showcases 150 ancient Chinese vessels that held great ritual significance. FOX 9's Shayne Wells joins us from the Target Gallery in Mia.
Minnesota Transportation Museum gets new exhibit
The Minnesota Transportation Museum is full of historic locomotives that tell a story about the Twin Cities' past. The museum is now debuting a new exhibit that's shedding light on a piece of history that's been overlooked for far too long. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is in St. Paul with that story.
The Minnesota Transportation Museum is full of historic locomotives that tell a story about the Twin Cities' past. The museum is now debuting a new exhibit that's shedding light on a piece of history that's been overlooked for far too long. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is in St. Paul with that story.
'The Prom' runs through June 10 at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
It's a Netflix movie, a Tony-nominated musical and a high-energy Broadway smash. Now "The Prom" is playing in the Twin Cities metro, at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. The show runs through June 10. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us behind the scenes.
It's a Netflix movie, a Tony-nominated musical and a high-energy Broadway smash. Now "The Prom" is playing in the Twin Cities metro, at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. The show runs through June 10. FOX 9's Shayne Wells takes us behind the scenes.
Northwest Sportshow returns to Minneapolis for 89th year
The 89th annual Northwest Sportshow opens March 9 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It will run through Sunday, March 12. The show is the region?s largest outdoors event. It will feature the latest in boats, fishing hunting travel and outdoor gear from more than 300 exhibitors.
The 89th annual Northwest Sportshow opens March 9 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It will run through Sunday, March 12. The show is the region?s largest outdoors event. It will feature the latest in boats, fishing hunting travel and outdoor gear from more than 300 exhibitors.
Wake Up with FOX 9: Wild Bean in Mahtomedi
FOX 9 stopped by the Wild Bean in Mahtomedi on Wednesday, March 8. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chatted with the owner of the shop, a teenager who bought it after working for the shop for about a year.
FOX 9 stopped by the Wild Bean in Mahtomedi on Wednesday, March 8. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chatted with the owner of the shop, a teenager who bought it after working for the shop for about a year.
Parade of Homes: A look inside house on Lake Minnetonka
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the Parade of Homes Tour, visiting a home on Lake Minnetonka. Parade of Homes runs weekends from March 4 to April 2.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the Parade of Homes Tour, visiting a home on Lake Minnetonka. Parade of Homes runs weekends from March 4 to April 2.
Spring Dreamin? at the Minneapolis Convention Center
The Minneapolis Home + Garden show is bringing the blooms to the Convention Center. This year?s show features two indoor pools, an entire home with the latest and greatest in products and design, multiple gardens to peruse and even full-size fairy sheds. The show begins at noon on March 1st and runs through the 5th.
The Minneapolis Home + Garden show is bringing the blooms to the Convention Center. This year?s show features two indoor pools, an entire home with the latest and greatest in products and design, multiple gardens to peruse and even full-size fairy sheds. The show begins at noon on March 1st and runs through the 5th.
Rock ballet coming to The Fitzgerald
The music of Pink Floyd is the inspiration and soundtrack for Twin Cities Ballet?s latest show. The Wall: A Rock Ballet will combine live music, classic rock and an original interpretation of emotion through dance. The company first debuted the production last year. They offered two shows, and both sold out. This year, they?re doing three shows; March 3rd, 4th and 5th at The Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.
The music of Pink Floyd is the inspiration and soundtrack for Twin Cities Ballet?s latest show. The Wall: A Rock Ballet will combine live music, classic rock and an original interpretation of emotion through dance. The company first debuted the production last year. They offered two shows, and both sold out. This year, they?re doing three shows; March 3rd, 4th and 5th at The Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.
Eat Street Crossing opening in Minneapolis this weekend
A new restaurant is coming to Minneapolis' Eat Street. The food hall, called Eat Street Crossing, is bringing new concepts to the neighborhood. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the latest.
A new restaurant is coming to Minneapolis' Eat Street. The food hall, called Eat Street Crossing, is bringing new concepts to the neighborhood. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the latest.
Corgi races return to Canterbury Park this weekend
Coming to Canterbury Park in Shakopee this weekend is some extreme horse skijoring. The sport involves a person on skis behind pulled by a horse. And when there's a break in the action on Saturday, there will be a different type of race taking place on the snow ? corgi and dachshund races. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has that story.
Coming to Canterbury Park in Shakopee this weekend is some extreme horse skijoring. The sport involves a person on skis behind pulled by a horse. And when there's a break in the action on Saturday, there will be a different type of race taking place on the snow ? corgi and dachshund races. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has that story.
Horse racing with a twist returns to Canterbury Park this weekend
Horse racing returns to the Shakopee racetrack this weekend ? with a twist. The horses will be pulling people on skis through a series of snow obstacles. And while that sounds pretty extreme, wait until you see what else they have planned. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is at Canterbury Park with a sneak peek.
Horse racing returns to the Shakopee racetrack this weekend ? with a twist. The horses will be pulling people on skis through a series of snow obstacles. And while that sounds pretty extreme, wait until you see what else they have planned. FOX 9's Shayne Wells is at Canterbury Park with a sneak peek.
Nonprofit brings yoga to schools across Twin Cities
The nonprofit One Love Yoga brings yoga inside the classroom at schools across the Twin Cities metro. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the Lake Harriet Lower Community School to learn about the benefits of yoga for children in the classroom.
The nonprofit One Love Yoga brings yoga inside the classroom at schools across the Twin Cities metro. FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by the Lake Harriet Lower Community School to learn about the benefits of yoga for children in the classroom.
Taste of Mardi Gras in Minnesota
French for ?Fat Tuesday," the Mardi Gras celebration is a New Orleans tradition, but Minnesotan?s don?t have to travel south to feel festive this year. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells has the latest from Krewe Restaurant in St. Joseph.
French for ?Fat Tuesday," the Mardi Gras celebration is a New Orleans tradition, but Minnesotan?s don?t have to travel south to feel festive this year. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells has the latest from Krewe Restaurant in St. Joseph.
A Mardi Gras celebration awaits in St. Joseph
Instead of heading South for Mardi Gras, a celebration awaits just northwest of the Twin Cities. Krewe Restaurant is bringing the heritage of New Orleans to downtown St. Joseph. They’re hosting a Fat Tuesday buffet with live music starting at 5pm on the 21st. Jambalaya, gumbo and red beans are the core staples and they’re made from Chef Mateo Mackbee’s family recipes going back three generations. Chef Mateo is a native of Bloomington but his family is from New Orleans.
Instead of heading South for Mardi Gras, a celebration awaits just northwest of the Twin Cities. Krewe Restaurant is bringing the heritage of New Orleans to downtown St. Joseph. They’re hosting a Fat Tuesday buffet with live music starting at 5pm on the 21st. Jambalaya, gumbo and red beans are the core staples and they’re made from Chef Mateo Mackbee’s family recipes going back three generations. Chef Mateo is a native of Bloomington but his family is from New Orleans.
Monster Jam returns to Minneapolis this weekend
The popular Monster Jam monster truck event is being held at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis this weekend.
The popular Monster Jam monster truck event is being held at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis this weekend.