Things to do in Minnesota: 7 things to do this weekend (Aug. 7-9)

Celebrate Irish culture, explore the wreckage of the Titanic, or watch cat videos at events happening around Minnesota this weekend.

Deadly crash closes southbound Highway 169 in Shakopee, drivers face delays

A driver was killed and another person was injured after a crash involving a semi-truck shut down part of Highway 169 in Shakopee Monday morning.

Valleyfair marks 50 seasons of making Minnesota summer memories
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Valleyfair is marking 50 years of summer fun, memories and thrills for generations of Minnesotans. Valleyfair opened in 1976 with 20 rides on 26 acres, featuring the High Roller as its main attraction. Today, the park spans 125 acres and offers more than 75 rides and attractions, including classics like the Tilt-A-Whirl, Ferris wheel and a 101-year-old carousel originally from Excelsior Amusement Park. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.

Mystic Lake Amphitheater concert postponed due to storms, questions raised
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The Dave Matthews Band concert at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee was postponed Tuesday night due to concerns about lightning. Some fans are questioning whether lightning was the only reason, pointing to blue skies and photos on social media showing a flooded stage. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Viral video shows Shakopee residents harassing Somali home buyers
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A TikTok video of residents in a Shakopee neighborhood is going viral as they’re shown allegedly harassing a Somali family looking to buy a home. Some say it's an example of racial stereotyping and harassment. At least one state lawmaker is calling it "dehumanizing." FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story.

Early troubles at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
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Officials led to a postponement of the Dave Matthews Band concert at the Mystic Lake Amphitheater, but fans say otherwise. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Somali family harassed while house shopping in Shakopee
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A Somali family was reportedly harassed by a man and a woman while the family was house shopping in Shakopee. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has more. 

Shakopee residents harassing Somali home shoppers goes viral on TikTok
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A TikTok video of residents in a Shakopee neighborhood is going viral as they’re shown allegedly harassing a Somalian family looking to buy a home. Some are calling it an example or facial profiling and harassment, and it's prompting state lawmakers to respond.

Vadnais Heights man accused of showing gun to kids at lemonade stand

A Vadnais Heights man is facing multiple charges after police say he showed a handgun to children running a lemonade stand and let them handle it, all while having an open package of marijuana in his vehicle.

Mystic Lake Amphitheater opens in Shakopee
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The Mystic Lake Amphitheater opened Saturday in Shakopee. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has more. 

New amphitheater opens in Shakopee
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The Mystic Lake Amphitheater officially opens this weekend with plans to host at least 35 shows in its opening summer. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells spoke with those who work there for a sneak peek at what to expect at Minnesota’s largest outdoor venue.

Rick Springfield headlines Great Midwest Rib Fest at Mystic Lake in Prior Lake June 27

Rick Springfield has been announced as the Saturday night headliner during a weekend of barbecue, music and competition as part of The Great Midwest Rib Fest at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.

MN weather: Heavy rain in Belle Plaine
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FOX 9 Photojournalist Greg Kellogg captured video of heavy rain in Belle Plaine Wednesday afternoon as storms rumble across southern Minnesota.

Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (June 12–14)

From colorful Pride celebrations to art festivals and Twins baseball games, there are plenty of things to do in Minnesota this weekend.