Learning the ropes at Lake Minnetonka Sailing School
One of the oldest yacht clubs in the country is also home to one of the largest sailing schools in the nation. The Lake Minnetonka Sailing School, located on Lighthouse Island, recently celebrated its 50th year and it continues to grow with a mix of youthful coaches and legends like Senior Coach Gordy Bowers who won three Olympic medals as the U.S. Sailing head coach in the 1988 Olympics.
One of the oldest yacht clubs in the country is also home to one of the largest sailing schools in the nation. The Lake Minnetonka Sailing School, located on Lighthouse Island, recently celebrated its 50th year and it continues to grow with a mix of youthful coaches and legends like Senior Coach Gordy Bowers who won three Olympic medals as the U.S. Sailing head coach in the 1988 Olympics.
Aquatennial starts Wednesday in Minneapolis
The Aquatennial, an annual summer celebration in Minneapolis, starts Wednesday with the torchlight parade. This year's event features dozens of activities, including fireworks.
The Aquatennial, an annual summer celebration in Minneapolis, starts Wednesday with the torchlight parade. This year's event features dozens of activities, including fireworks.
Coffeesmith in Forest Lake hosts crowd
Ahead of FOX 9's Town Ball Tour on Wednesday in Forest Lake, Coffeesmith hosted a crowd. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more.
Ahead of FOX 9's Town Ball Tour on Wednesday in Forest Lake, Coffeesmith hosted a crowd. FOX 9's Se Kwon has more.
St. Paul teen wraps up epic 2 year bike ride
A St. Paul teen is back home after spending the last two years pedaling his bicycle around the world. Instead of heading to college after graduating high school, Adam Swanson decided to go on an "epic" bike trip. Through the journey around Europe, Central Asia and North America, he racked up more than 21,000 miles! Swanson joined FOX 9 Good Day to chat about the trip and what's next for his life.
A St. Paul teen is back home after spending the last two years pedaling his bicycle around the world. Instead of heading to college after graduating high school, Adam Swanson decided to go on an "epic" bike trip. Through the journey around Europe, Central Asia and North America, he racked up more than 21,000 miles! Swanson joined FOX 9 Good Day to chat about the trip and what's next for his life.
NASA marks Webb Telescope 1st anniversary
NASA is celebrating the first anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope. It's been capturing remarkable images from outer space and helping scientists gain a deeper understanding of the "great unknown". NASA scientist Eric Smith joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what they've discovered so far and what lies ahead for the telescope.
NASA is celebrating the first anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope. It's been capturing remarkable images from outer space and helping scientists gain a deeper understanding of the "great unknown". NASA scientist Eric Smith joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what they've discovered so far and what lies ahead for the telescope.
Vikings' Blake Proehl headlining Minneapolis concert
He?s a Vikings football player by day, and singer by night. Blake Proehl was picked up by the Vikings in spring of 2021 as an undrafted free agent. As fate would have it, the rookie blew out his knee in four places during a preseason practice with Denver in his first season. During his recovery, he discovered a hidden talent. Proehl turned to music. On Saturday, July 15, the Vikings wide receiver will headline his first concert at Fine Line in Minneapolis. The show comes just two weeks ahead of the start of Vikings Training Camp.
He?s a Vikings football player by day, and singer by night. Blake Proehl was picked up by the Vikings in spring of 2021 as an undrafted free agent. As fate would have it, the rookie blew out his knee in four places during a preseason practice with Denver in his first season. During his recovery, he discovered a hidden talent. Proehl turned to music. On Saturday, July 15, the Vikings wide receiver will headline his first concert at Fine Line in Minneapolis. The show comes just two weeks ahead of the start of Vikings Training Camp.
Robot paints ball field in Forest Lake
At Schumacher Field in Forest Lake, a robot paints the lines on the field ahead of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour game. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the details.
At Schumacher Field in Forest Lake, a robot paints the lines on the field ahead of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour game. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the details.
Amazon Prime Day makes for a lot of shopping
Amazon Prime Day will make for a busy week for retail workers. Professor George John from the University of Minnesota has some tips to avoid spending too much.
Amazon Prime Day will make for a busy week for retail workers. Professor George John from the University of Minnesota has some tips to avoid spending too much.
Doggie Walk benefits Page Education Foundation
A Minnesota Vikings Legend is using the power of pets to help students of color have access to higher education. Justice Alan Page is the Founder of the Page Education Foundation. Saturday July 15th is their annual summer celebration, its called the Doggie Walk, and it?s in partnership with local non-profit The Rescue Pack. Cody Matz chatted to the former Vikings player about the big event. For tickets, visit: https://events.page-ed.org/event/2023-doggie-walk/
A Minnesota Vikings Legend is using the power of pets to help students of color have access to higher education. Justice Alan Page is the Founder of the Page Education Foundation. Saturday July 15th is their annual summer celebration, its called the Doggie Walk, and it?s in partnership with local non-profit The Rescue Pack. Cody Matz chatted to the former Vikings player about the big event. For tickets, visit: https://events.page-ed.org/event/2023-doggie-walk/
New fair foods: Waffle dog and dill pickle lemonade
The Good Day crew tries Bacon-Wrapped Waffle Dog and "Kind of a Big Dill" Pickle Lemonade, two of the new foods at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
The Good Day crew tries Bacon-Wrapped Waffle Dog and "Kind of a Big Dill" Pickle Lemonade, two of the new foods at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9's Se Kwon shows off skills at Hamel Rodeo
The Hamel Rodeo is this weekend, and FOX 9's Se Kwon got a preview ? and rode a horse!
The Hamel Rodeo is this weekend, and FOX 9's Se Kwon got a preview ? and rode a horse!
St. Joseph Joe's manager to be honored
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is headed to St. Joseph on Wednesday. The manager of the Joe's, Pat Schneider, spoke with FOX 9 ahead of the game, at which he'll be honored.
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is headed to St. Joseph on Wednesday. The manager of the Joe's, Pat Schneider, spoke with FOX 9 ahead of the game, at which he'll be honored.
Twin Cities Fourth of July celebrations
FOX 9's Bill Keller has the latest on July 4th celebrations in the Twin Cities.
FOX 9's Bill Keller has the latest on July 4th celebrations in the Twin Cities.
Naked nails trend: How to keep them looking good
Naked nails are trending this summer, and FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell learned some tips about how to make polish-less nails looking their best all summer long.
Naked nails are trending this summer, and FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell learned some tips about how to make polish-less nails looking their best all summer long.
Universal School Meals law begins July 1
Starting July 1st Minnesota K-12 students in public schools will be eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch through a new state law. State Sen. Heather Gustafson authored the bill. She joined the Fox 9 Morning News to discuss what the measure means for families.
Starting July 1st Minnesota K-12 students in public schools will be eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch through a new state law. State Sen. Heather Gustafson authored the bill. She joined the Fox 9 Morning News to discuss what the measure means for families.
Fourth of July in Chanhassen
The City of Chanhassen is celebrating Fourth of July in a big way. The city is hosting their 40th annual 4th of July Celebration. The fun begins Sunday, July 2nd and it ends with a massive fireworks show on Tuesday night. Mayor Elise Ryan joined the Fox 9 Morning news to chat about the event.
The City of Chanhassen is celebrating Fourth of July in a big way. The city is hosting their 40th annual 4th of July Celebration. The fun begins Sunday, July 2nd and it ends with a massive fireworks show on Tuesday night. Mayor Elise Ryan joined the Fox 9 Morning news to chat about the event.
Buying used, or not buying at all
Kevin Brasler the executive editor of Consumers' Checkbook discusses what to buy used and what to to avoid.
Kevin Brasler the executive editor of Consumers' Checkbook discusses what to buy used and what to to avoid.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour tips
FOX 9's Digital Marketing Lead and resident Swiftie, Addy Van Pelt, stopped by Good Day to break down everything you need to know for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
FOX 9's Digital Marketing Lead and resident Swiftie, Addy Van Pelt, stopped by Good Day to break down everything you need to know for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Celebrating Juneteenth in the Twin Cities
Monday marks Juneteenth, and there are events planned for across the Twin Cities.
Monday marks Juneteenth, and there are events planned for across the Twin Cities.
Nation's largest vinyl conference in Minneapolis
The vinyl industry is making a comeback, and the new surge of business brings new challenges. The owners of Electric Fetus, Jim and Dawn Novak stopped by Fox 9 Good Day to chat about some of the struggles and the triumphs.
The vinyl industry is making a comeback, and the new surge of business brings new challenges. The owners of Electric Fetus, Jim and Dawn Novak stopped by Fox 9 Good Day to chat about some of the struggles and the triumphs.