Mums the word! Caring for fall mums with Garden Guy Dale K
Fall mums are the perfect late season bloomer. You can?t go wrong with chrysanthemums. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to plant and grow this autumn favorite.
Fall mums are the perfect late season bloomer. You can?t go wrong with chrysanthemums. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to plant and grow this autumn favorite.
The fair before the fair: Black Entrepreneur State Fair underway in Minneapolis
In the wake of unrest last summer and the pandemic, the Black Entrepreneur State Fair was created. It was seen as a way to bring the community together, in a neighborhood that was hurting to support minority-owned businesses. It was a success and is back for year two. The fair is in the parking lot of the Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis. There are food vendors, 60 local makers, music and a kid zone with bounce houses and games. The Black Entrepreneur State Fair runs through August 28th, 11am to 8pm daily at Chicago Ave and Lake St.
In the wake of unrest last summer and the pandemic, the Black Entrepreneur State Fair was created. It was seen as a way to bring the community together, in a neighborhood that was hurting to support minority-owned businesses. It was a success and is back for year two. The fair is in the parking lot of the Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis. There are food vendors, 60 local makers, music and a kid zone with bounce houses and games. The Black Entrepreneur State Fair runs through August 28th, 11am to 8pm daily at Chicago Ave and Lake St.
Minneapolis Public Schools asks parents to drive kids to school amid bus driver shortage
Minneapolis Public Schools is encouraging families who are able to transport students to school on their own as the school district faces a shortage of bus drivers.
Minneapolis Public Schools is encouraging families who are able to transport students to school on their own as the school district faces a shortage of bus drivers.
Bring your bunnies to Burnsville
Playdates for kids and even dogs is nothing new, but have you ever heard of a bunny playdate and spa party? It involves a bundle of bunnies enjoying snacks and spa time while under the watchful eye of bunny bouncers. The event happens a few times a month at Canine Connection in Burnsville, it?s well-attended and it benefits the Rabbit Rescue of Minnesota.
Playdates for kids and even dogs is nothing new, but have you ever heard of a bunny playdate and spa party? It involves a bundle of bunnies enjoying snacks and spa time while under the watchful eye of bunny bouncers. The event happens a few times a month at Canine Connection in Burnsville, it?s well-attended and it benefits the Rabbit Rescue of Minnesota.
Minnesota Town Ball teams descend on Waconia, Chaska, and Hamburg for start of state tournament
As your Town Ball station, FOX 9 is very excited about the kickoff of the WCH Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament on Friday.
As your Town Ball station, FOX 9 is very excited about the kickoff of the WCH Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament on Friday.
Minnesota Town Ball teams prepare for start of 2021 state tournament
Town Ball players will take the field in Waconia, Chaska, and Hamburg this weekend for the tournament that has been years in the making.
Town Ball players will take the field in Waconia, Chaska, and Hamburg this weekend for the tournament that has been years in the making.
Kielbasa Fest returns this weekend
After a seven-year hiatus, Kielbasa Fest is coming back in a new location. The event was originally held in the parking lot of Kramarczuk?s Deli in Minneapolis. This time around, Kramarczuk?s will still provide the food but they?ll do so at Utepils Brewing in the Harrison neighborhood. They will use their parking lot and beer garden for the event. It starts Friday the 20th at 4pm. It will also run Saturday from 11am to 10pm. It is a family friendly event with live music both nights.
After a seven-year hiatus, Kielbasa Fest is coming back in a new location. The event was originally held in the parking lot of Kramarczuk?s Deli in Minneapolis. This time around, Kramarczuk?s will still provide the food but they?ll do so at Utepils Brewing in the Harrison neighborhood. They will use their parking lot and beer garden for the event. It starts Friday the 20th at 4pm. It will also run Saturday from 11am to 10pm. It is a family friendly event with live music both nights.
The seed hunt begins
Volunteers are helping to restore Minnesota?s prairie land by collecting seeds. The program is offered through Three Rivers Park District and it?s so popular there?s often a waitlist on weekends. Seed collecting helps increase the amount and diversity of plants in the more than 1,600 acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers. Seed collecting events will run through October.
Volunteers are helping to restore Minnesota?s prairie land by collecting seeds. The program is offered through Three Rivers Park District and it?s so popular there?s often a waitlist on weekends. Seed collecting helps increase the amount and diversity of plants in the more than 1,600 acres of prairie managed by Three Rivers. Seed collecting events will run through October.
4 new wolves found on Isle Royale on Lake Superior
In late April and May, researchers in Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior captured five wolves and attached GPS radio collars to them. Four of the captured wolves are believed to have been born on the island last year.
In late April and May, researchers in Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior captured five wolves and attached GPS radio collars to them. Four of the captured wolves are believed to have been born on the island last year.
O'Shaughnessy Distilling ready to open in former potato factory
An old potato processing factory in Minneapolis has been transformed into a state of the art distillery. O'Shaughnessy Distilling Company is making Irish-American Whiskey and the team they've built includes a world-renowned distiller from Ireland. Shayne Wells takes us inside.
An old potato processing factory in Minneapolis has been transformed into a state of the art distillery. O'Shaughnessy Distilling Company is making Irish-American Whiskey and the team they've built includes a world-renowned distiller from Ireland. Shayne Wells takes us inside.
World-class distillery with world-renowned distiller opens in Minneapolis
A new distillery will opens its doors August 19th in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis. It?s a big deal for a few reasons; first the team behind O?Shaughnessy Distilling Co. is creating a new category of whiskey blending Irish and American traditions and techniques. Second, they lured one of Ireland?s top distillers to help them build it from the ground up. The old potato processing facility is now a state-of-the art distillery with three copper pot stills as the focal point. Their debut spirit is Keeper?s Heart Whiskey crafted by Master Distiller, Brian Nation. The distillery is open Thursday thru Saturday 4pm ? 11pm and Sunday from 2pm to 8pm.
A new distillery will opens its doors August 19th in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis. It?s a big deal for a few reasons; first the team behind O?Shaughnessy Distilling Co. is creating a new category of whiskey blending Irish and American traditions and techniques. Second, they lured one of Ireland?s top distillers to help them build it from the ground up. The old potato processing facility is now a state-of-the art distillery with three copper pot stills as the focal point. Their debut spirit is Keeper?s Heart Whiskey crafted by Master Distiller, Brian Nation. The distillery is open Thursday thru Saturday 4pm ? 11pm and Sunday from 2pm to 8pm.
Step inside Vincent van Gogh?s paintings
There?s a new way to experience classic art in the Twin Cities. Immersive Van Gogh has brought the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh to life. The paintings are animated, put to music and projected floor-to-ceiling in a former warehouse space in Northeast Minneapolis. There are 40 works on display that play in a 35 minute loop. The exhibit is up and running and will be in the Twin Cities until at least October 31st
There?s a new way to experience classic art in the Twin Cities. Immersive Van Gogh has brought the paintings of Vincent Van Gogh to life. The paintings are animated, put to music and projected floor-to-ceiling in a former warehouse space in Northeast Minneapolis. There are 40 works on display that play in a 35 minute loop. The exhibit is up and running and will be in the Twin Cities until at least October 31st
Summer blooms that attract helpful pollinators
Looking for heat and drought resistant flowers that also attract pollinators? Garden Guy Dale K says don?t look past these perennial favorites that come back year after year.
Looking for heat and drought resistant flowers that also attract pollinators? Garden Guy Dale K says don?t look past these perennial favorites that come back year after year.
A match made in pastry heaven
A pop-up bakery that was devised during the height of the pandemic has transformed into a successful partnership. Last summer, award-winning restaurant Bellecour closed in Wayzata. Owner and Chef Gavin Kaysen still had Spoon and Stable in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. Cooks of Crocus Hill, a kitchen store that offers cooking classes, is across the street. It wasn?t long before the owners of Cooks and Kaysen discussed opening a pop-up bakery in their store. Within a few months it became a permanent location, and a year later, they?ve opened a second location inside the St. Paul Cooks of Crocus Hill location. The shop and its bakeries, featuring French pastries from James Beard-nominated pastry chef Diane Moua, are open seven days a week.
A pop-up bakery that was devised during the height of the pandemic has transformed into a successful partnership. Last summer, award-winning restaurant Bellecour closed in Wayzata. Owner and Chef Gavin Kaysen still had Spoon and Stable in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. Cooks of Crocus Hill, a kitchen store that offers cooking classes, is across the street. It wasn?t long before the owners of Cooks and Kaysen discussed opening a pop-up bakery in their store. Within a few months it became a permanent location, and a year later, they?ve opened a second location inside the St. Paul Cooks of Crocus Hill location. The shop and its bakeries, featuring French pastries from James Beard-nominated pastry chef Diane Moua, are open seven days a week.
Low- maintenance plants perfect for college students
When it comes to decorating your dorm room, adding plants is a great way to add life. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to spruce up your space with low- maintenance plants.
When it comes to decorating your dorm room, adding plants is a great way to add life. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to spruce up your space with low- maintenance plants.
Here’s the scoop on La Michoacana Rose
There’s a new ice cream shop in scooping up some exotic flavors like Tequila and Taro. Elizabeth Raygoza and Alex Rosario opened La Michoacana Rose in November. Last month they opened a second location in Spring Lake Park and are planning to open a third location at 50th and France in Edina next month. The top seller is the Mangonada which has chamoy, tajin, fresh mango pieces, tamarind candy stick, mango sorbet and a dash of lime. The dessert shop also has Mexican popciscles made fresh in store, their ice cream is also handmade at the shop, and savory options including walking tacos.
There’s a new ice cream shop in scooping up some exotic flavors like Tequila and Taro. Elizabeth Raygoza and Alex Rosario opened La Michoacana Rose in November. Last month they opened a second location in Spring Lake Park and are planning to open a third location at 50th and France in Edina next month. The top seller is the Mangonada which has chamoy, tajin, fresh mango pieces, tamarind candy stick, mango sorbet and a dash of lime. The dessert shop also has Mexican popciscles made fresh in store, their ice cream is also handmade at the shop, and savory options including walking tacos.
Late summer bloomers to refresh your garden
While perennials are celebrated for their low maintenance and ability to come back year after year, annuals are beloved for their rich bright blooms. After a long hot stretch of weather, if your pots and planters need a little pick me up Garden Guy Dale K shares his favorite late summer bloomers.
While perennials are celebrated for their low maintenance and ability to come back year after year, annuals are beloved for their rich bright blooms. After a long hot stretch of weather, if your pots and planters need a little pick me up Garden Guy Dale K shares his favorite late summer bloomers.
Keeping your garden looking great in a drought
It's been a rough summer for keeping gardens looking green. Garden Guy Dale K has some tips to fighting the drought and conserving water at the same time.
It's been a rough summer for keeping gardens looking green. Garden Guy Dale K has some tips to fighting the drought and conserving water at the same time.
The quest to find the perfect loaf of bread leads to the creation of Sunrise Flour Mill
A North Branch couple is milling a flour that takes you back in time. Not only do they use an ancient variety of wheat, the technology they utilize is from the Great Depression era. The result is a flour that is in demand all over the country. Marty and Darrold Glanville founded Sunrise Flour Mill in North Branch. It?s one of a handful of companies in the U.S. using renewed milling technology. They say the flour will make you a better baker and is better for you. Darrold is gluten-sensitive but can tolerate products baked with their flour. The company has grown quickly, especially during the pandemic when they went from fulfilling 50 orders a day to more than 1,000. Their products are available online, at co-ops, the Mill City Farmers Market every other Saturday and at the mill on Tuesdays for those who ordered online.
A North Branch couple is milling a flour that takes you back in time. Not only do they use an ancient variety of wheat, the technology they utilize is from the Great Depression era. The result is a flour that is in demand all over the country. Marty and Darrold Glanville founded Sunrise Flour Mill in North Branch. It?s one of a handful of companies in the U.S. using renewed milling technology. They say the flour will make you a better baker and is better for you. Darrold is gluten-sensitive but can tolerate products baked with their flour. The company has grown quickly, especially during the pandemic when they went from fulfilling 50 orders a day to more than 1,000. Their products are available online, at co-ops, the Mill City Farmers Market every other Saturday and at the mill on Tuesdays for those who ordered online.
New food hall opens in historic Minneapolis building
What was once the Harris Machinery Building, is now The Market at Malcom Yards. The food hall has nine vendors offering everything from a vegetable focused kitchen to small-batch ice cream and Argentinian street food. The historic building has many original elements still in place, but there’s also some slick new features like the self-pour tap wall that allows you to skip the bar line and pay per ounce
What was once the Harris Machinery Building, is now The Market at Malcom Yards. The food hall has nine vendors offering everything from a vegetable focused kitchen to small-batch ice cream and Argentinian street food. The historic building has many original elements still in place, but there’s also some slick new features like the self-pour tap wall that allows you to skip the bar line and pay per ounce