Mental health during the holiday season
Our mental health can take a hit during the holidays, even though it's supposed to be the "happiest time of year". Dr. John Luehr with Sonder Behavioral Health joined the FOX 9 Morning news to talk about treatment options and offer advice.
Indoor skating returns to U.S. Bank Stadium
'Tis the season to get a workout in at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Winter Warm-Up event is back at the home of the Minnesota Vikings. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Jan. 25, the doors open for inline skaters and runners. The Winter Warm-Up is open to all ages and takes place on the stadium’s main (skating) and upper (running) concourses from 5-9 p.m. on event dates. Tickets are available through TicketMaster. Skaters must bring their own gear as there’s no rental equipment available.
Celtic Junction Arts Center takes holiday show on the road
A holiday variety show is on stage at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. The Celtic Holiday Hooley is a mash-up of comedy, stories, dance from the national champion O’Shea Irish dancers and live music. The show will be at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Monday, Dec. 12-20 and was produced by the team at the Celtic Junction Arts Center in St. Paul.
Fed holds interest rates steady to end 2023
There's good news on the horizon for interest rates as we look ahead to 2024. The Federal Reserve is holding it's key rate steady to end the year and signaling that multiple cuts could be coming next year. Patrick Rehkamp, the senior financial writer for 1834, a division of Old National Bank joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about the impact.
AHS offers Paint My Pet classes
Looking for a great gift for the pet owner in your life? The Animal Humane Society is offering up a series of "Paint My Pet" classes perfect for nearly every age. All proceeds benefit the Animal Humane Society's mission to help local animals.
Holiday help with eating disorders
Although the holidays can be a wonderful time of year, they can also be tough for someone with an eating disorder. The season tends to center around food, which can cause a lot of anxiety. Dr. Hilmar Wagner with the Emily Program joined FOX 9 Good Day to share insight and advice.
Tips for tackling dry skin
Do you suffer from perpetually dry skin this time of year? There are ways to avoid dry, flaky and irritated skin. Brooke Moss and Lauren Sundick from the Skin Sisters joined FOX 9 Good Day to share advice and a few ideas for holiday gifting for the whole family
Dealing with addiction around the holidays
The holiday season can add extra stress in our lives, and for those struggling with addiction this time of year can easily lead to a relapse. Tiffany White from the Minnesota Prevention and Recovery Alliance joined the FOX 9 Morning news to share advice on hosting holiday gatherings if you have a loved one battling addiction.
Inaugural BIPOC Startup Week underway
A Twin Cities entrepreneur is hoping her experience can help others get their start in the business world. Charlotte Epée-WillSuN founded the BIPOC Startup Week after noticing the startup scene lacked racial diversity. The free 3-day event runs through December 9th.
Circus Juventas gets into the holiday spirit with new show
The holidays have arrived under the big top at Circus Juventas. The St. Paul youth circus performing arts school is the largest in the country and packed full of incredible talent. This year’s holiday show is called ‘A Hygge Holiday.’ Here are the show dates and times: • Saturday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 10 at 1:00 p.m. • Saturday, December 16 at 5:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 17 at 1:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Canvas Convergence 3D art gallery opens in St. Louis Park
Artist Shawn McCann, known for his chalk art and murals, has opened a free pop-up gallery at the Shops at West End in St. Louis Park. Canvas Convergence has several over-sized 3D works of art celebrating the beauty of winter. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the art, creating fun pictures perfect for the gram. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12pm to 8pm and on Sundays from 12pm to 5pm.
Cricket-training facility opens in Minnetonka
The first indoor cricket training facility in the state opened over the weekend in Minnetonka. Eka Sport teamed up with the Minnesota Youth Cricket Academy (MYCA) to find a space they could utilize year-round. Prior to opening this facility, MYCA would use batting cages in the winter, but that doesn’t provide the kind of space needed. MYCA offers programs for beginners through advanced athletes. There are about 70 kids in the program now but with this new space they’re hoping to grow it, as the popularity of the sport surges in the US. Eka Sport is located at 15314 Minnetonka Industrial Rd.
Beauty and the Beast Jr. on stage now
The Stages Theatre Company is inviting you to 'be their guest' in a classic Disney show. Beauty and the Beast Jr. is on stage through December 27th.
Tips for a less stressful holiday season
Local author Kelly Smith joins Good Day's Kelly O'Connell for tips to keep the stress out of your holiday season.
Celebrating National Cookie Day
Monday marks National Cookie Day and in order to celebrate, the local non-profit Cookie Cart joined the FOX 9 Morning news. The organization has been helping teens gain confidence and job skills for the past 35 years.
Goat yoga at the Hayloft in Hastings
The Hayloft offers a 45-minute yoga class taught by a certified instructor with goats that free roam during class. This class is beginner-friendly and suitable for people with or without previous yoga experience.
Boomin’ chocolate business moves into Edina
A local chocolate company is expanding again, but this new ‘Droolin’ Moose’ location is much more than just a retail shop. The 20,000 square foot space at 4545 77th St. W. in Edina will be their new distribution center and house their offices. It is also their 4th retail location. Their other shops are in Bloomington, St. Louis Park and Burnsville.
Uffda Donuts opens in Maple Grove
A new bakery in Maple Grove is making up scratch-made donuts in dozens of flavors; and on certain days, gluten-free and vegan options as well. Uffda Donuts is located at 13716 Grove Dr. N. just off Weaver Lake Road and I-94. The shop is open Wednesday through Sunday.
How to help stray animals this winter
As cooler temperatures settle in, local animal rescues are expecting an increase of calls reporting stray cats and dogs. The Feline Rescue joined The FOX 9 Morning news to share advice if you spot a stray near your house.
‘Nutcracker in Wonderland’ coming to Ballet Co.Laboratory
It’s not a challenge to find The Nutcracker on stage this holiday season. And that’s why one local dance company is offering an alternative by putting a twist on the classic. Ballet Co.Laboratory, based in St. Paul, is weaving Alice in Wonderland and The Nutcracker together to create Nutcracker in Wonderland. The production will run from December 8th to the 10th at the Cowles Center in Minneapolis and features the companies professional dancers and the trainees.