Alpaca's pup cup video goes viral
Oliver, an alpaca, went viral for enjoying a pup cup from Starbucks. The Eagle Eye Farms' alpaca stopped by FOX 9 Good Day.
Second Hand Hounds undergoes rebranding
Changes are on the way for one of the largest pet rescue organizations in the state. Earlier this month, Second Hand Hounds announced they were changing their name to The Bond Between in order to better reflect their mission. Organizers say they rescue more animals than just dogs, and they also do a lot of fostering and work with veterans and domestic abuse victims. Executive Director Rachel Mairose joined FOX 9 Good Day to explain the name change and the organization's mission moving forward.
Help for Minnesota's aging population
Minnesota lawmakers are putting a renewed focus on the state's aging population. Late last month, they launched a new task force on aging. It aims to address everything from funding for retirement, to caring for seniors and possible shortages in the workforce. So what do industry experts think about the move? The CEO of Lifespark, a company that provides health services and resources for seniors in the Twin Cities, joined the FOX 9 Morning news to talk about what he believes lawmakers should focus on in the future.
Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
The kids are back to class and fall is the perfect time to teach your pet some new skills. Each year, the Animal Humane Society hosts a variety of training classes for pets. Sam Weller from the Animal Humane Society joined the Fox 9 Morning News to share some tips for pet owners
Haunting experience comes to Mall of America
It’s getting spooky at the Mall of America. The crew behind American Monsters has created a brand new, one-of-a-kind haunted attraction at the mall. It’s located on level 2 in the former vaccination site. The story-driven haunt is called Onionhead’s Revenge. It’s based off a Louisiana folktale so the area has been transformed into the bayou. There are different levels of tickets and experiences within the attraction. It opens Friday, Sept. 15 and will run through Halloween. It’s a no-touch experience but it’s still quite spooky so its recommended that kids be 10 and up.
Pickleball gym with restaurant opens in Maple Grove
Pickleball gyms are popping up all over the metro, but a new one in Maple Grove is serving up more than just aces. Pints & Paddle has plenty of courts to play, but there’s also a large restaurant and taproom. The Kitchen has an extensive menu including hot-honey cheese curds and sticky ribs, more than four dozen self-serve taps with plenty of beer, cider, wine, cocktail and mocktail options. The pickleball courts open at 6 a.m. daily. It’s located at 15450 Grove Circle N, Maple Grove.
MN Landscape Arboretum's delicate pumpkin patch
The Glass Pumpkin Patch event is back at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. This year, a dozen award-winning glass artists have hand-blown 5,000 pumpkins and placed them in the gardens in and around the Snyder Building. The weekend event will include free glass-blowing demonstrations and opportunities to chat with the artists. The event runs from Sept. 15-17. All the pumpkins are for sale. Tickets to the Arb must be purchased ahead of time. The pumpkin patch experience is included in general admission tickets.
Cookin' on stage now at The Children's Theatre
Four frenzied chefs take to the stage for an exciting show at the Children's Theatre Company. Cookin' features Korean drumming, knife throwing and fire-blowing. Shows run through October 22nd.
Family mistakenly takes wrong dog from day care
A family mistakenly took the wrong dog home from day care. The cats noticed first, and then the family brought the dog to the vet to confirm via microchip it wasn't the correct pooch.
MN mom is baby name consultant
Steph Coffield joins FOX 9 Good Day to share how she became a baby name consultant.
Buddy Boy Fine BBQ specializes in wood-fired cooking
A barbecue spot tucked off Highway 7 in Minnestrista is drawing folks from all over the Twin Cities and beyond. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is 20 years in the making for the Cox family. They started with a food truck that they took all over the country. Executive Chef Joe even spent a few years sleeping in his car while working the food truck on the oil fields. He says he learned the art of wood-fired cooking from his mom who was raised in the mountains of Taiwan in a village without electricity. Buddy Boy Fine BBQ is open Wednesday to Saturday. It’s located at 8175 MN-7, Minnetrista.
Ability Bash: Annual fundraiser helps with job training
A Minnesota company is pushing to make the workforce more inclusive for people with disabilities. Sine the 1960's MDI has been serving people with disabilities by offering inclusive employment opportunities. Every year, the company hosts their Ability Bash. The event is taking place Thursday, Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom in Golden Valley.
Fuel up at Fawkes Alley Coffee in Loring Park
At Fawkes Alley Coffee in Loring Park, 100% of the profits will go right back to the community’s youth; more specifically, the Futsal Society. Futsal is an alternative to club soccer for kids and families who can’t afford the costs of club sports. The profits from the coffee shop will help sustain the organization and its growth across the Twin Cities. Fawkes Alley even employs the teens who play in the league. The shop is open daily from 8am to 4pm and serves Groundwire Coffee out of Northfield, plus fresh pastries. It’s located at 1621 Harmon Place in Minneapolis.
Twin Cities fall destinations: Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest
Fall destinations are opening for the season and an orchard just south of Jordan was recently named Best Apple Orchard in Minnesota. Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest came under new ownership last year. The Ferguson family has added several new attractions and upgrades. There’s apple picking, a corn maze, jumping pads, a cow train, apple launchers, a pumpkin patch plus a café and Cider Barn for adults. Ferguson’s Minnesota Harvest is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Nov. 5t It’s located at 8251 Old Highway 169 Blvd.
Making strides against ovarian cancer
FOX 9 speaks with Carol Pederson, a cancer survivor and MOCA board member, about the HOM Teal Strides for Ovarian Cancer 5k run and 2K walk happening in Edina.
Tom, Kelly try out lutefisk-scented candle
Tom Butler and Kelly O'Connell take a whiff of a new lutefisk-scented candle — and their reactions are priceless.
AppleHouse opens at MN Landscape Arboretum
The AppleHouse is open for business at The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The expanded space is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily and features a wide variety of produce, housewares, and apple-flavored baked goods.
Vikings gearing up for the start of the season
Are you ready for some football? The Vikings are! This Sunday the team kicks off the regular season at US Bank Stadium against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tatum Everett from the Vikings Entertainment Network joined the Fox 9 Morning News to talk about how the team is looking on the defensive side of the ball.
State Fair etiquette: What to avoid doing
It can be easy to forget your manners at the Minnesota State Fair. Etiquette expert Juliet Mitchell joined Fox 9 Good Day to cover some of the most common etiquette mistakes and what to keep in mind when you visit the fairgrounds.
Tom Butler helps ETC Kids with a performance at the State Fair
Wednesday marked Theater Day at the Minnesota State Fair. The kids from ETC Productions have been performing their version of Madagascar : A Musical Adventure Jr. all summer long. They stopped by the Fox 9 Booth at the Fair to show off their singing, dancing and kazoo skills.