Combat artist's illustrations bring to life the realities of the Vietnam War
Les Fordahl's home in Bloomington looks more like an art gallery. "Relaxed. Puts me in a place like someone reading a good book and zoning out from the world," said Fordahl. Most of the paintings that hang on the walls are the retired postal worker's interpretations of the Land of 10,000 Lakes. But some of his most meaningful masterpieces are examples of the art of war.
Les Fordahl's home in Bloomington looks more like an art gallery. "Relaxed. Puts me in a place like someone reading a good book and zoning out from the world," said Fordahl. Most of the paintings that hang on the walls are the retired postal worker's interpretations of the Land of 10,000 Lakes. But some of his most meaningful masterpieces are examples of the art of war.
Minneapolis woman on mission to address health disparities
In 2014, a local computer engineer decided to pursue her passion for physical fitness. Today, Valerie Fleurantin runs her own business. It's a one-woman operation, and she is working to make an impact in the community one step at a time.
In 2014, a local computer engineer decided to pursue her passion for physical fitness. Today, Valerie Fleurantin runs her own business. It's a one-woman operation, and she is working to make an impact in the community one step at a time.
Plant-based caf� Heal Minneapolis is now open
Heal Minneapolis, a plant-based cafe, is now open in North Minneapolis. The restaurant got its start in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd when friends got together to serve hundreds of plant-based meals to people in Minneapolis. They scaled that up to open Heal Minneapolis, which is open Monday-Saturday.
Heal Minneapolis, a plant-based cafe, is now open in North Minneapolis. The restaurant got its start in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd when friends got together to serve hundreds of plant-based meals to people in Minneapolis. They scaled that up to open Heal Minneapolis, which is open Monday-Saturday.
Minneapolis chef Ann Kim on Netflix's 'Chef's Table'
Minneapolis chef and restaurateur Ann Kim is featured on the new season of Netflix's "Chef's Table," a series that features culinary stars around the world who are "redefining gourmet food with innovative dishes and tantalizing desserts." FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Kim's first restaurant Pizzeria Lola to learn more.
Minneapolis chef and restaurateur Ann Kim is featured on the new season of Netflix's "Chef's Table," a series that features culinary stars around the world who are "redefining gourmet food with innovative dishes and tantalizing desserts." FOX 9's Shayne Wells stopped by Kim's first restaurant Pizzeria Lola to learn more.
Minnesota is home to Dahlia Trial Garden – one of eight in North America
Minnesota is home to one of eight Dahlia Trial Gardens in North America, where flowers are judged to see if they're worthy to be sold to people to use in their home gardens.
Minnesota is home to one of eight Dahlia Trial Gardens in North America, where flowers are judged to see if they're worthy to be sold to people to use in their home gardens.
Minnesota home to one of eight Dahlia Trial Gardens in the world
Each year, the Dahlia Society of Minnesota plants a new selection of hybrid dahlias in the Dahlia Trial Garden at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, which is one of eight trial gardens in North America. The flowers in the trial garden aren't available to buy for home gardeners -- yet. The judges will evaluate each flower to determine if it's worthy.
Each year, the Dahlia Society of Minnesota plants a new selection of hybrid dahlias in the Dahlia Trial Garden at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, which is one of eight trial gardens in North America. The flowers in the trial garden aren't available to buy for home gardeners -- yet. The judges will evaluate each flower to determine if it's worthy.
'Somali Stories' encourages children of Somali heritage to learn language
A new program is designed to help young Somali children, many of whom were born in the U.S. and only speak English, become literate in the language.
A new program is designed to help young Somali children, many of whom were born in the U.S. and only speak English, become literate in the language.
Eagle Eye Farm gets a visit from Shayne
Eagle Eye Farms is a family owned alpaca farm in River Falls, Wisconsin. More than just alpacas reside on this farm and Shayne chats with the owner, Dawn Stewart, about the other attractions on the property.
Eagle Eye Farms is a family owned alpaca farm in River Falls, Wisconsin. More than just alpacas reside on this farm and Shayne chats with the owner, Dawn Stewart, about the other attractions on the property.
Eagle Eye Farms gets a visit from Shayne
Eagle Eye Farms is a family owned alpaca farm in River Falls, Wisconsin.
Eagle Eye Farms is a family owned alpaca farm in River Falls, Wisconsin.
Bad Rooster denied injunction against sisters
Judge Klein declined to issue an injunction sought by Bad Rooster that would have prohibited the sisters from making public statements about the food truck while the lawsuit is being resolved.
Judge Klein declined to issue an injunction sought by Bad Rooster that would have prohibited the sisters from making public statements about the food truck while the lawsuit is being resolved.
Bad Rooster lawsuit enters mediation
Hennepin County Judge Joseph Klein ordered mediation to resolve a defamation and civil conspiracy lawsuit against the sisters, Kelly Abedi and Angela Hummelgard. He?s giving both sides three weeks to work it out. If they can?t, the lawsuit will resume.
Hennepin County Judge Joseph Klein ordered mediation to resolve a defamation and civil conspiracy lawsuit against the sisters, Kelly Abedi and Angela Hummelgard. He?s giving both sides three weeks to work it out. If they can?t, the lawsuit will resume.
Centro in Minneapolis is expanding across Twin Cities
The popular restaurant Centro is gearing up to open a third location, this time in St. Paul. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
The popular restaurant Centro is gearing up to open a third location, this time in St. Paul. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the details.
St. Paul native becomes first Black woman to lead University of Minnesota's School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director.
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director.
St. Paul native becomes first Black woman to lead University of Minnesota's School of Social Work
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director. St. Paul native Dr. Joan Blakey is the first Black woman to fill the role with the School of Social Work, which was established in 1917.
The School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota is starting the new school year with a new director. St. Paul native Dr. Joan Blakey is the first Black woman to fill the role with the School of Social Work, which was established in 1917.
Como Conservatory: What goes into a world-class flower show?
The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is known for its world-class flower shows. A lot of work goes into preparing for a flower show, and FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K stopped by the conservatory to learn more.
The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is known for its world-class flower shows. A lot of work goes into preparing for a flower show, and FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K stopped by the conservatory to learn more.
Indoor dog park, restaurant opens in Plymouth
A new indoor dog park, bar and restaurant has opened in Plymouth. Brew Park, which is being touted as the state's first multi-feature indoor dog oasis, opened to the public on Monday, Sept. 12. The 22,000-square-foot space at 2605 Fernbrook Lane N boasts an indoor dog park, veterinary hospital, wine bar, coffee shop, restaurant and "pet retreat" with boarding, daycare, grooming, and training ? the idea is to have everything for your pet under one roof.
A new indoor dog park, bar and restaurant has opened in Plymouth. Brew Park, which is being touted as the state's first multi-feature indoor dog oasis, opened to the public on Monday, Sept. 12. The 22,000-square-foot space at 2605 Fernbrook Lane N boasts an indoor dog park, veterinary hospital, wine bar, coffee shop, restaurant and "pet retreat" with boarding, daycare, grooming, and training ? the idea is to have everything for your pet under one roof.
Como Park Conservatory: What goes into creating world-class flower shows?
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K stops by the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul to find out what goes into the conservatory's world-class flower shows.
FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K stops by the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul to find out what goes into the conservatory's world-class flower shows.
25 apple orchards in Minnesota to visit this fall
Apple picking is a classic fall activity in Minnesota, with several homegrown varieties available throughout the season. Here are some of the best orchards for your fall frolic!
Apple picking is a classic fall activity in Minnesota, with several homegrown varieties available throughout the season. Here are some of the best orchards for your fall frolic!
Cirque Italia at the Maplewood Mall this weekend
There's a big top tent in the parking lot of Maplewood Mall, where Cirque Italia will be held Sept. 15-18, 2022. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has a preview of the high-flying show, where performers showcase their innovative human talents. The event incudes a unique water stage and light show atmosphere.
There's a big top tent in the parking lot of Maplewood Mall, where Cirque Italia will be held Sept. 15-18, 2022. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has a preview of the high-flying show, where performers showcase their innovative human talents. The event incudes a unique water stage and light show atmosphere.
Horses provide healing services to greater Twin Cities community
Hold Your Horses, a Greenfield, Minnesota, horse barn that provides therapy services for people in the greater Twin Cities community is hosting an annual benefit on Saturday. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the story of the nonprofit, and its annual benefit so it can continue the work it does.
Hold Your Horses, a Greenfield, Minnesota, horse barn that provides therapy services for people in the greater Twin Cities community is hosting an annual benefit on Saturday. FOX 9's Shayne Wells has the story of the nonprofit, and its annual benefit so it can continue the work it does.