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.

Burnsville winter golf event sells out
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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.

Green ways to give your Christmas tree new life
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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.

Penguins check out the Holiday Flower Show at Como
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It's penguins on parade at the Holiday Flower show. Garden Guy Dale K got a chance to check out the show at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (which is closed due to COVID-19) with the help of some feathered friends.

Indoor gardening ideas for the winter months
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Getting in touch with your green thumb is a little more challenging this time of year. Garden Guy Dale K has some indoor gardening ideas that will work for all seasons.

Minnesota lawyer starts firm to help minority-owned small businesses

A Minnesota attorney was inspired to bridge the knowledge divide between minority small businesses and lawyers, so she started her own law firm called Just Law.

Holiday movies at the drive-in
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The pandemic has us embracing winter like never before with folks dining outside and even catching a movie at the drive-in. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells headed to the St. Michael Cinema in St. Michael, Minnesota where drive-in holiday movies have been a big hit.

St. Paul caf? creates Baby Yoda latte
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St. Paul?s Caf? Astoria is known for its over-the-top lattes including rainbow foam art, real gold flakes and fresh toasted marshmallows. But their newest creation is out-of-this world and Instagram is loving it. The Baby Yoda latte is almost too cute to drink featuring the infant alien sporting a Santa hat. The meringue?s are hand-made and peppermint flavored, while the rim of the decadent drink is dipped in chocolate and graham crackers. Caf? Astoria is located at 180 Grand Avenue. They just opened a second location in St. Paul called Side Hustle at 1124 Payne Ave.

The Cathedral of St. Paul will be the canvas for a large-scale light show
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Tonight is the United States debut of a very unique light show that?s gained a following in Europe. Murals depicting the Christmas story will be projected on to the front of the Cathedral of St. Paul and set to music. ?Cathedral Illuminated: The Manger? runs 12 minutes and will be shown on a continuous loop from 6 to 9 p.m., Dec. 17 - 19, 2020. It?ll play on the eastern side of the Cathedral. Officers from the Saint Paul Police Department will direct traffic one-way heading north along Summit Avenue and allow vehicles to stop temporarily in front of the Cathedral to watch the show. Spectators must remain in their vehicles at all times. If you can?t make it to the show, it will be live streamed on the Cathedral Heritage Foundation?s Facebook page from 6 to 7:30pm, Dec. 17 ? 19th.

Embracing unconventional plants for the holidays (and they make great gifts, too)
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The poinsettia is a great plant for the holidays, but if you're ready to branch out... there are plenty of holiday plants to be had! Garden Guy Dale K shows off some unconventional plants to embrace for the season or give as gifts.