Town Ball Tour: A bat boy and starting pitcher make for a family affair in Waconia
Ryan Naughton and his son both play pivotal roles on the Waconia Lakers.
Ryan Naughton and his son both play pivotal roles on the Waconia Lakers.
2021 FOX 9 Town Ball Tour kicks off at Lion's Field in Waconia
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is officially back this summer with a full schedule of games. First up is Waconia, where the Lakers will take on the St. Boni Saints.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is officially back this summer with a full schedule of games. First up is Waconia, where the Lakers will take on the St. Boni Saints.
Town Ball Tour: Interview with Waconia Mayor Kent Bloudek
Mayor Kent Bloudek talks about his community, what makes it stand out and why it's growing.
Mayor Kent Bloudek talks about his community, what makes it stand out and why it's growing.
Town Ball Tour: Waconia Barber takes care of the Lakers
Offering an old-school barbershop experience, the Waconia Barber takes care of the Waconia Lakers players.
Offering an old-school barbershop experience, the Waconia Barber takes care of the Waconia Lakers players.
Town Ball Tour: The origins of Lion's Field in Waconia
Lion's Field, named for the city's Lion's Club, has recently been remodeled and will soon host a state tournament as a result.
Lion's Field, named for the city's Lion's Club, has recently been remodeled and will soon host a state tournament as a result.
Town Ball Tour: Get to know Waconia, Minnesota
FOX 9's Karen Scullin got to know the town of Waconia, Minnesota on the first stop of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour.
FOX 9's Karen Scullin got to know the town of Waconia, Minnesota on the first stop of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour.
Bakery by morning, bar by night
Bakery on Main in Waconia offers the best of both worlds: both tasty pastries and cocktails!
Bakery on Main in Waconia offers the best of both worlds: both tasty pastries and cocktails!
Touring Lake Waconia by boat
Jimmy with In Towne Marina shows Shayne the highlights of beautiful Lake Waconia
Jimmy with In Towne Marina shows Shayne the highlights of beautiful Lake Waconia
Como Zoo unveils Como Harbor
The seals and sea lions that reside in the Como Zoo are getting a major habitat upgrade. The zoo will officially open Como Harbor, a $21 million reinvention of the pinnipeds exhibit, on Thursday. Eight seals and sea lions have moved into Como Harbor which features two saltwater pools with above and below-water viewing, shaded amphitheater and stage. Also opening is the new caf?, Pier 56, which gets its name from the year 1956 when Sparky the Seal Show started at Como Zoo.
The seals and sea lions that reside in the Como Zoo are getting a major habitat upgrade. The zoo will officially open Como Harbor, a $21 million reinvention of the pinnipeds exhibit, on Thursday. Eight seals and sea lions have moved into Como Harbor which features two saltwater pools with above and below-water viewing, shaded amphitheater and stage. Also opening is the new caf?, Pier 56, which gets its name from the year 1956 when Sparky the Seal Show started at Como Zoo.
Your ultimate guide to flowering perennials
As long as you give them the proper care, perennials will come back year after year. Garden Guy Dale K has his ultimate guide to continuous blooms all season long.
As long as you give them the proper care, perennials will come back year after year. Garden Guy Dale K has his ultimate guide to continuous blooms all season long.
Keep the pests at bay! Protecting your garden with Dale K
There's nothing worse than having a garden full of flourishing fruits, vegetables, and flowers only to have it invaded by pests. When local critters have outstayed their welcome, here are some of Garden Guy Dale K's best ways to safely deter them from your garden.
There's nothing worse than having a garden full of flourishing fruits, vegetables, and flowers only to have it invaded by pests. When local critters have outstayed their welcome, here are some of Garden Guy Dale K's best ways to safely deter them from your garden.
Popular Paddle Share program on Mississippi River returns this weekend
The popular Paddle Share program returns this weekend. It gives adventure seekers a chance to kayak the Mississippi River without having to own or transport a kayak. You can rent one on site and hit the open water. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells shows us how it works.
The popular Paddle Share program returns this weekend. It gives adventure seekers a chance to kayak the Mississippi River without having to own or transport a kayak. You can rent one on site and hit the open water. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells shows us how it works.
Sprucing up your patio for Memorial Day with Garden Guy Dale K
Landscaping projects don?t have to be expensive or extravagant. With the unofficial kick off to summer just around the corner it?s time to ready the backyard for summer lounging and barbecues. Dale K has his picks for the patio.
Landscaping projects don?t have to be expensive or extravagant. With the unofficial kick off to summer just around the corner it?s time to ready the backyard for summer lounging and barbecues. Dale K has his picks for the patio.
Grassroots or Astroturf? Congressional candidate says he was tricked into running by RNC strategist
Unbeknownst to Kevin Ne Se Shores, the man who helped him launch his run for Congress for the Grassroots Legalize Cannabis Party was working with the GOP.
Unbeknownst to Kevin Ne Se Shores, the man who helped him launch his run for Congress for the Grassroots Legalize Cannabis Party was working with the GOP.
Congressional candidate says he was tricked into running by RNC strategist
A blind Minnesota veteran says an RNC strategist recruited him to run for Congress as a Grassroots Legalize Cannabis Party candidate, even going as far as paying for his filing fee.
A blind Minnesota veteran says an RNC strategist recruited him to run for Congress as a Grassroots Legalize Cannabis Party candidate, even going as far as paying for his filing fee.
Bee Week on the Buzz: Plants to attract pollinators to your backyard
It doesn't take much to help pollinators in your own backyard. Garden Guy Dale K joined the Buzz with his suggestions to create a pollinator-friendly habitat.
It doesn't take much to help pollinators in your own backyard. Garden Guy Dale K joined the Buzz with his suggestions to create a pollinator-friendly habitat.
Growing your best tomatoes yet with Garden Guy Dale K
The time is now to start planting tomatoes in your garden. Dale K makes sure everyone is set up for success to grow their best tomatoes yet.
The time is now to start planting tomatoes in your garden. Dale K makes sure everyone is set up for success to grow their best tomatoes yet.
Legion baseball has record 372 teams sign up for 2021 summer season
Officials with the Minnesota American Legion Baseball Committee announced Thursday they’ve reached an all-time high for teams that plan to play in 2021. Officials say 372 teams across the state plan to take the field this season.
Officials with the Minnesota American Legion Baseball Committee announced Thursday they’ve reached an all-time high for teams that plan to play in 2021. Officials say 372 teams across the state plan to take the field this season.
Baby season has begun at Alpaca farm in River Falls
It?s baby season at Eagle Eye Farm near River Falls. The farm is primarily a home to Alpacas but also has Mini Highland Cows, Babydoll sheep and Kunekune pigs. This week, their first Alpaca baby was born and there are more on the way. The farm is open for public tours, though you?ll need to reserve a day and time in advance. They also offer Alpaca yoga on the farm and summer camp opportunities
It?s baby season at Eagle Eye Farm near River Falls. The farm is primarily a home to Alpacas but also has Mini Highland Cows, Babydoll sheep and Kunekune pigs. This week, their first Alpaca baby was born and there are more on the way. The farm is open for public tours, though you?ll need to reserve a day and time in advance. They also offer Alpaca yoga on the farm and summer camp opportunities
Quadriplegic pro video gamer paving the way for accessibility in gaming
Randy Fitzgerald has made a career out of video games despite being a quadriplegic. Now, his success and efforts are paving the way for more accessibility in the gaming world.
Randy Fitzgerald has made a career out of video games despite being a quadriplegic. Now, his success and efforts are paving the way for more accessibility in the gaming world.