You're likely paying too much for auto insurance - Consumers' Checkbook explains why
Auto insurance is expensive, but with a little shopping around you could save big money. Consumers' Checkbook's Kevin Brasler stopped by the Buzz to explain how.
New cookbook embraces perfect pairings of soup and bread
Beloved Minnesota cookbook author Beatrice Ojakangas is ready to keep you busy this fall with brand new recipes. Beatrice joined the Buzz to talk about her new book, "The Soup and Bread Cookbook" and how you can easily join the breadmaking movement.
Strained relationships? How to repair damage with friends & family after election season
This election season has been tough on many families and friends. Dr. Richelle Moen, a family therapist and professor at the U of M Medical School, joined the Buzz with tips on repairing strained relationships.
Pandemic projects: What are the top home improvement projects of 2020
Home improvement projects have proved popular with many people at home during the pandemic. Minnesota Realtors CEO Chris Galler joined the Morning Buzz with details on the top projects of 2020, including one surprise.
Stages Theatre presents self-paced scavenger hunt adventure
Stages Theatre Company is out with a brand new way to get your family moving! "Enchanted Mystery: A Detect the Story Adventure", is part scavenger hunt, part theatre performance. Artistic director Sandy Boren-Barrett joined the Buzz with details on how the experience works.
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory stopped by the Buzz with some creepy, crawly guests
With Halloween nearly here, it's time to embrace everything spooky, creepy and crawly. Senior Zookeeper Mike Lee from the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory joined the Buzz with some Halloween- friendly guests, a spiny stick insect and a cockroach. Como is open daily - but you must reserve your free tickets online at comozooconservatory.org
Park Square Theatre bringing out the spooks with Halloween Variety series
If you're looking for a horrifyingly good time this Halloween, Park Square Theatre is ready to deliver a spooky night in. "Theatre of the Macabre" features three nights of virtual ghost stories, scenes, and songs. Actor and co-director Craig Johnson joined the Buzz with a preview of the ghoulish fun.
The creepy doll contest is back -- a look at Olmsted County's lineup of creepy figures
The History Center of Olmsted County is once again taking the internet by storm this Halloween. Their Creepy Doll Contest is back with 9 new creepy sensations. Curator Dan Nowakowski joined the Buzz with more on how they select the dolls and how you can get involved.
Get moving at work! Easy stretches you can do right at your desk
Whether you're working at home or at the office, it's time to get moving! Wellness Physical Therapist Danielle Johnson from the Mayo Clinic joined the Buzz with some easy stretching and breathing exercises to help your productivity, focus, and health.
Trying to get better sleep? These dinner ideas may help you relax
Chef Marshall O'Brien stopped by the Buzz with tips to getting better sleep with a focus on nutrition. He also delivered two easy meal ideas that taste great and pack a nutritious punch.
The top pandemic health hazards for pets (including baking and your cup of morning joe)
As families spend more time at home this year, pets are running into extra pandemic hazards. Calls to the Pet Poison Helpline have drastically increased for several different items. Dr. Ahna Brutlag joined the Buzz with the biggest issues they've seen in 2020, and advice for pet-proofing your home.
Minnesota's paranormal investigator Dave Schrader returns with new season of The Holzer Files
He will scare your socks off! Paranormal investigator Dave Schrader is returning with season 2 of The Holzer Files. Dave joined the Buzz with a special look at the new season, and advice for anyone who believes their own home may be haunted.
Safe alternatives to trick or treating for 2020
With the CDC not recommending traditional trick or treating this Halloween, families may need to get a little creative with their alternatives. Dr. Matt Witham from Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare joined the Buzz with important information for families and ideas to still embrace a spooky holiday.
Get into the Halloween spirit with skulls and flesh-eating beetles at the Bell Museum
The Bell Museum wants to help you enjoy Halloween with some "Spooky Science". This week they're rolling out special activities including meet and greets with flesh-eating beetles, extra skeletons, and a spooky planetarium show. Collections manager Jennifer Menken joined the Buzz with a preview.
"Clouds" stars chat with FOX 9 about honoring Zach Sobiech with new film
"Clouds" has become an instant hit for Disney+, telling the inspirational story of Zach Sobiech. Actor Fin Argus and director Justin Baldoni joined the Morning Buzz to chat about their personal connections with Zach and his family.
Smack Shack in the spotlight: The seafood hot spot to be featured on The Cooking Channel
A Twin Cities favorite, "Smack Shack" is about to become the envy of the nation. The seafood hot spot will be featured on the Cooking Channel during a special guilty pleasures episode of "Food Paradise." Owner and chef Josh Thoma joined the Buzz to talk about the show and share one of his own guilty pleasures.
Ruff Start Rescue working to save dogs from Texas
It's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and Ruff Start Rescue is hoping you'll take that spirit to heart. The foster-based rescue has been working overtime in 2020 to save as many dogs as possible, with many dogs coming all the way from Texas. Founder Azure Davis joined the Buzz to talk about their work and how you can get involved.
Game day for NASA: the plan to touch down on an asteroid, grab a sample and fly home
NASA has a big mission in front of it, snagging a sample from an asteroid. NASA Scientist Jason Dworkin joined the Buzz with more on the ambitious plan to grab a sample and fly it home.
Cookie Cart celebrating with gourmet meals and virtual Chefs' Dinner
For more than 30 years Cookie Cart has helped employ and empower teens, all while baking cookies. This weekend they're holding their 12th annual Cookie Cart Chefs' Dinner. Co-founder Pat Weber joined the Buzz to chat about how everyone can support Cookie Cart during their virtual program.
Fall flavors with a helping of nutrition from Omaur Bliss
It's time to get cozy as we welcome a few inches of snow! Fitness guru Omaur Bliss stopped by the Buzz with healthy recipe ideas to embrace fall flavors. From roasted spaghetti squash to veggie chili, he's ready to make your next meal taste great. Spaghetti squash and veggie chili