Prehistoric experience arrives at state fairgrounds
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are taking you back in time for the next two weekends. ?Dinosaur Adventure? is a drive-thru experience that features 80 life-sized dinosaurs including a 40-foot robotic T-rex. They also offer a guided audio tour. You do have to purchase tickets in advance for a specific time-slot. For more information visit: www.dinosauradventure.com
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are taking you back in time for the next two weekends. ?Dinosaur Adventure? is a drive-thru experience that features 80 life-sized dinosaurs including a 40-foot robotic T-rex. They also offer a guided audio tour. You do have to purchase tickets in advance for a specific time-slot. For more information visit: www.dinosauradventure.com
Como Zoo & Como Town Amusement Park Reopen
The Como Zoo is now open daily from 10am to 4pm. Before you go, you?ll need a reservation and masks are required. Also included in the safety plan, a one-way walking path that begins at the new Cleveland Court. It?s located near the carousel and Como Town. Reservations are only available on Como?s website: https://comozooconservatory.org/ Como Town will reopen Wednesday - Sunday with limited-capacity time slot packages at 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30. Tickets are $13.00. Reservations and information for Como Town can be found at www.comotown.com.
The Como Zoo is now open daily from 10am to 4pm. Before you go, you?ll need a reservation and masks are required. Also included in the safety plan, a one-way walking path that begins at the new Cleveland Court. It?s located near the carousel and Como Town. Reservations are only available on Como?s website: https://comozooconservatory.org/ Como Town will reopen Wednesday - Sunday with limited-capacity time slot packages at 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30. Tickets are $13.00. Reservations and information for Como Town can be found at www.comotown.com.
Brooklyn Park opens new pop-up plaza
What was once a grassy field on the corner of a busy intersection in Brooklyn Park is now a pop-up space dubbed Plaza Park. The gathering spot is next to the Brooklyn Park Library on the corner of 85th Avenue North and West Broadway Avenue. Plaza Park has a stage, a nature play area, murals by local artist Geno Okok, picnic tables and a space for food trucks to park. The city plans to transform this space into a permanent plaza as part of the Center for Innovation and the Arts project with North Hennepin Community College. Construction on the center will begin in 2022.
What was once a grassy field on the corner of a busy intersection in Brooklyn Park is now a pop-up space dubbed Plaza Park. The gathering spot is next to the Brooklyn Park Library on the corner of 85th Avenue North and West Broadway Avenue. Plaza Park has a stage, a nature play area, murals by local artist Geno Okok, picnic tables and a space for food trucks to park. The city plans to transform this space into a permanent plaza as part of the Center for Innovation and the Arts project with North Hennepin Community College. Construction on the center will begin in 2022.
Sunflower fields in bloom in Northwest Metro
For the last five years, a Twin Cities realtor has been planting sunflower fields simply as a way to spread joy. This year there are 12 picture-perfect fields spread across Rogers, Monticello and Dayton. They are free for the public to enjoy and truly an Instagrammer?s delight. To find out which fields are in-bloom and where they are located; visit the ?Fish Sunflowers? Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/687823781575350/
For the last five years, a Twin Cities realtor has been planting sunflower fields simply as a way to spread joy. This year there are 12 picture-perfect fields spread across Rogers, Monticello and Dayton. They are free for the public to enjoy and truly an Instagrammer?s delight. To find out which fields are in-bloom and where they are located; visit the ?Fish Sunflowers? Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/687823781575350/
What can we do about the gap between white and Black homeownership rates in Minneapolis?
In Minneapolis, there is a shocking gap in homeownership rates between races.
In Minneapolis, there is a shocking gap in homeownership rates between races.
Residency questions raised for Ward 6 candidates in Minneapolis City Council race
As candidates for the Minneapolis City Council Ward 6 gear up for the final two weeks of the campaign, there are questions about whether some actually live in the ward or moved into it just to run for the office.
As candidates for the Minneapolis City Council Ward 6 gear up for the final two weeks of the campaign, there are questions about whether some actually live in the ward or moved into it just to run for the office.
Fixing the gap between white and black homeownership rates in Minneapolis
There is a wide gap between races when it comes to families who own homes. So how did we get here and how can we change it?
There is a wide gap between races when it comes to families who own homes. So how did we get here and how can we change it?
Floating beauty: Dale K explores Como's water gardens
Come face to face with some of nature's most interesting and beautiful plants. July and August are peak season to see peaceful floating lilies. Garden Guy Dale K visits Como Conservatory with more on this spectacular flowers.
Come face to face with some of nature's most interesting and beautiful plants. July and August are peak season to see peaceful floating lilies. Garden Guy Dale K visits Como Conservatory with more on this spectacular flowers.
Road Trip: New ice cream shop with a German twist opens in New Ulm
In lieu of vacations, many Minnesotans are planning road trips. One stop to put on your travel bucket list is New Ulm. This weekend they?re holding their ?Crazy Days? event that encourages people to support local businesses and restaurants that are facing hardships due to the pandemic. There will be special sidewalk sales and live music. Make sure to leave room for sweets. There?s a new shop called MN Eis. They have 24 flavors of ice cream, edible cookie dough, cupcakes and candy. Their specialty is the German treat called Spaghettieis. It?s an ice cream dessert that looks just like spaghetti and meatballs
In lieu of vacations, many Minnesotans are planning road trips. One stop to put on your travel bucket list is New Ulm. This weekend they?re holding their ?Crazy Days? event that encourages people to support local businesses and restaurants that are facing hardships due to the pandemic. There will be special sidewalk sales and live music. Make sure to leave room for sweets. There?s a new shop called MN Eis. They have 24 flavors of ice cream, edible cookie dough, cupcakes and candy. Their specialty is the German treat called Spaghettieis. It?s an ice cream dessert that looks just like spaghetti and meatballs
Getting to know the Belle Plaine Tigers
It's the final stop on the 2020 FOX 9 Town Ball Tour and the Belle Plaine Tigers are in our spotlight.
It's the final stop on the 2020 FOX 9 Town Ball Tour and the Belle Plaine Tigers are in our spotlight.
It's Tigers vs. Tigers in Belle Plaine, Minnesota for FOX 9 Town Ball Tour finale
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour finale pits Tigers against Tigers in Belle Plaine, Minnesota Wednesday night.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour finale pits Tigers against Tigers in Belle Plaine, Minnesota Wednesday night.
Shayne Wells talks to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Famer
Shayne Wells talked to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Halll of Famer Dave "Greek" Wagner ahead of Wednesday night's town ball double header, where the Belle Plaine Tigers will unveil a Hall of Fame plaque at Tiger Park for him.
Shayne Wells talked to Minnesota Amateur Baseball Halll of Famer Dave "Greek" Wagner ahead of Wednesday night's town ball double header, where the Belle Plaine Tigers will unveil a Hall of Fame plaque at Tiger Park for him.
Mayor of Belle Plaine talks city's rich history with amateur baseball
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
The mayor of Belle Plaine gave FOX 9 an overview of the city's rich history with amateur baseball ahead of Wedesday's town ball matchup with the Henderson Tigers.
Shayne Walls talks amateur baseball with former Belle Plaine mayor known around town as Mr. Baseball
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Shayne Wells is getting us game ready for this week?s FOX 9 Town Ball Tour stop in Belle Plaine with the man known around town as ?Mr. Baseball.?
Minnesota Zoo opens to the public Friday
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
Fall of the Third Precinct: A minute-by-minute account
Minneapolis Police radio transmissions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators, provide the first minute-by-minute account of the decision making that led to the fall of the Third Police Precinct in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police radio transmissions obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators, provide the first minute-by-minute account of the decision making that led to the fall of the Third Police Precinct in Minneapolis.
Voices for Change: How to close the racial and ethnic disparities exposed by COVID-19
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on deer-resistant plants
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on how to find and maintain deer-resistant plants.
Garden Guy Dale K shares tips on how to find and maintain deer-resistant plants.
Now open: The Walker Art Center
The Walker Art Center reopens today and they?ve made some changes to how you visit the world-class galleries. There are new hours, and visitors must purchase timed-tickets in advance even for free admissions. We spoke with the Director, Mary Ceruti about what to expect.
The Walker Art Center reopens today and they?ve made some changes to how you visit the world-class galleries. There are new hours, and visitors must purchase timed-tickets in advance even for free admissions. We spoke with the Director, Mary Ceruti about what to expect.
FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Maple Lake for match-up between Lakers, Cokato Kernels
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road again this week. Wednesday’s match-up pits the Maple Lake Lakers against the Cokato Kernels.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is hitting the road again this week. Wednesday’s match-up pits the Maple Lake Lakers against the Cokato Kernels.