The Talk: 'A grim rite of passage' for families of color
For generations, African American parents have been warning their children about the potential dangers of being black in America.
For generations, African American parents have been warning their children about the potential dangers of being black in America.
Mia celebrates the contributions of African American artists
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is welcoming guests inside once again. The reopening coincides with the start of Black History Month and Mia has several exhibits that pay tribute to African American artists including the Cargill Gallery featuring ?In the Presence of our Ancestors: Southern Perspective in African American Art? and ?Freedom Rising: I am the Story? by textile artist L?Merchie Frazier. Mia is open Thursday to Sunday. Tickets are free but must be secured online ahead of your visit: https://new.artsmia.org/
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is welcoming guests inside once again. The reopening coincides with the start of Black History Month and Mia has several exhibits that pay tribute to African American artists including the Cargill Gallery featuring ?In the Presence of our Ancestors: Southern Perspective in African American Art? and ?Freedom Rising: I am the Story? by textile artist L?Merchie Frazier. Mia is open Thursday to Sunday. Tickets are free but must be secured online ahead of your visit: https://new.artsmia.org/
Hopkins, Minn. principal pledges stronger focus on racial equality as students return to class
As more and more students in the Hopkins school district head back to the classroom, one principal is pledging not to return to the status quo.
As more and more students in the Hopkins school district head back to the classroom, one principal is pledging not to return to the status quo.
The key tools you need to take care of your house plants
So now you have an office and home full of plants... How do you take care of them? Garden guy Dale K explores the fundamental tools you need so your plants can flourish.
So now you have an office and home full of plants... How do you take care of them? Garden guy Dale K explores the fundamental tools you need so your plants can flourish.
Minnesota 'Rocketman' makes face masks his pandemic passion
A Bloomington father and son have turned their love of rockets and need for speed into a passion for making masks.
A Bloomington father and son have turned their love of rockets and need for speed into a passion for making masks.
Garden Guy Dale K gives tips on adding to your plant collection
Garden Guy Dale K gives tips on adding to your plant collection.
Garden Guy Dale K gives tips on adding to your plant collection.
Bringing the great outdoors indoors with Garden Guy Dale K
Flowering house plants will brighten your indoor spaces and bring a touch of the promise of spring into your life. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to sharpen our green thumb as he brings colorful blossoms indoors.
Flowering house plants will brighten your indoor spaces and bring a touch of the promise of spring into your life. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to sharpen our green thumb as he brings colorful blossoms indoors.
Reflecting on Dr. King’s message following turbulent year
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is usually marked by celebration and service, but for some this year the day will take on a different tone.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is usually marked by celebration and service, but for some this year the day will take on a different tone.
Burnsville winter golf event sells out
With these above average temps the city of Burnsville wants to tee it up. But they won?t be using golf balls. Instead they?ve chosen bright-colored dodgeballs for their first-ever winter golf tournament this weekend at Birnamwood. Despite the unknowns, the tourney sold out right away. The public can still come out to watch and grab a bite or beverage. It starts Saturday the 16th at 9am.
With these above average temps the city of Burnsville wants to tee it up. But they won?t be using golf balls. Instead they?ve chosen bright-colored dodgeballs for their first-ever winter golf tournament this weekend at Birnamwood. Despite the unknowns, the tourney sold out right away. The public can still come out to watch and grab a bite or beverage. It starts Saturday the 16th at 9am.
How to build your own succulent garden
Succulents and cacti gardens indoors are among the easiest ways to enjoy this wonderfully diverse group of plants. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to build one for yourself.
Succulents and cacti gardens indoors are among the easiest ways to enjoy this wonderfully diverse group of plants. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to build one for yourself.
New dining options to check out in Minneapolis
Calling all wings, avocado and breakfast lovers! Graze Provisions & Libations is a food and beverage collective in Minneapolis? North Loop neighborhood is starting off the New Year with some good news. Three new food concepts have opened up; B.A.D. Wingz, Avocadish and It?s 7am Somewhere. The food hall reopens Thursday, January 14th for indoor dining. They are still offering takeout and delivery as well. For more information visit: https://grazenorthloop.com/
Calling all wings, avocado and breakfast lovers! Graze Provisions & Libations is a food and beverage collective in Minneapolis? North Loop neighborhood is starting off the New Year with some good news. Three new food concepts have opened up; B.A.D. Wingz, Avocadish and It?s 7am Somewhere. The food hall reopens Thursday, January 14th for indoor dining. They are still offering takeout and delivery as well. For more information visit: https://grazenorthloop.com/
Demand for outdoor winter activities skyrockets
People are flocking to local parks seeking new winter hobbies like cross-country skiing, kicksledding and snowshoeing during the pandemic. We visited the Lowry Nature Center in Victoria to see what goes in to snowshoeing for first-timers. For more information visit: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
People are flocking to local parks seeking new winter hobbies like cross-country skiing, kicksledding and snowshoeing during the pandemic. We visited the Lowry Nature Center in Victoria to see what goes in to snowshoeing for first-timers. For more information visit: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
Ways to make your home spaces feel great with Garden Guy Dale K
January is a critical time for greenery and Garden Guy Dale K is here to help. If you want to make your home feel fresh and alive, or want to improve your plant parenting skills Dale is answering your indoor plant questions.
January is a critical time for greenery and Garden Guy Dale K is here to help. If you want to make your home feel fresh and alive, or want to improve your plant parenting skills Dale is answering your indoor plant questions.
Northeast Brewery with cozy outdoor setup offers beer pricing based on the temperature
56 Brewing in Northeast Minneapolis has created an outdoor oasis with heaters, fire pits and even blankets to entice customers to visit often and stay longer. And to have a little fun with the current situation, they?re offering beer pricing based on the temperature. The colder it gets the cheaper the beer. They will keep this pricing and outdoor setup in place into next week when they reopen their indoor space on Wednesday at 50-percent capacity, per the latest guidance from Governor Walz.
56 Brewing in Northeast Minneapolis has created an outdoor oasis with heaters, fire pits and even blankets to entice customers to visit often and stay longer. And to have a little fun with the current situation, they?re offering beer pricing based on the temperature. The colder it gets the cheaper the beer. They will keep this pricing and outdoor setup in place into next week when they reopen their indoor space on Wednesday at 50-percent capacity, per the latest guidance from Governor Walz.
Indoor gardening for the winter - things you can plant right now
Although its too early to start seeding your tomatoes for spring planting, that doesn?t mean your cant start a garden indoors right now. Garden Guy Dale K shows us what you can plant right now by seed and the tools you?ll need for a successful winter garden.
Although its too early to start seeding your tomatoes for spring planting, that doesn?t mean your cant start a garden indoors right now. Garden Guy Dale K shows us what you can plant right now by seed and the tools you?ll need for a successful winter garden.
Gardening in January? You betcha! Ways to make the most of your garden in winter
Happy New Year from the garden. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to make the most of gardening in Minnesota in January.
Happy New Year from the garden. Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to make the most of gardening in Minnesota in January.
Hidden pandemic in Minnesota’s assisted living facilities: More regulation coming, but when?
Jack Bogenreif’s daughter-in-law, Kerry, came to check on him every day while he lived in assisted living.
Jack Bogenreif’s daughter-in-law, Kerry, came to check on him every day while he lived in assisted living.
Wisconsin man shares his heart-wrenching distracted driving experience
A Wisconsin man is at a place in his life very few people imagine themselves and he blames it on a seemingly harmless Facebook post.
A Wisconsin man is at a place in his life very few people imagine themselves and he blames it on a seemingly harmless Facebook post.
Green ways to give your Christmas tree new life
With the start of the New Year comes an old problem... what should you do with your fresh Christmas tree after the season? For years folks have hauled their trees to the curb, but in a more environmentally friendly age Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to give your cherished Christmas decor new life after the holiday.
With the start of the New Year comes an old problem... what should you do with your fresh Christmas tree after the season? For years folks have hauled their trees to the curb, but in a more environmentally friendly age Garden Guy Dale K shows us how to give your cherished Christmas decor new life after the holiday.
MAD DADS leader accused of harassment
For more than 20 years, VJ Smith has been a foot soldier in the battle against violent crime in Minneapolis as leader of the nonprofit group MAD DADS.
For more than 20 years, VJ Smith has been a foot soldier in the battle against violent crime in Minneapolis as leader of the nonprofit group MAD DADS.