Vinyl record sales surge
There's an old sound that's making a big comeback. Vinyl records are back in a big way. According to Variety Magazine, in the first half of the year, vinyl sales were up 21%. The boom in sales is the focus of a FOX 9 mini-documentary airing Thursday night. It's called "For the Love of Vinyl". Record shop owner Shawn Smith joined the FOX 9 Morning News to chat about his love of the old format.
New Eagan eatery has southern cuisine with modern twist
A food tour of Nashville inspired the menu behind a new restaurant in Eagan. Southern Social is located near Cliff Rd. and 35E. The restaurant specializes in smoked meats, broasted chicken and southern classics. They also offer shareable cocktails served in a glass punchbowl. They’re open seven days a week.
Peanuts creator's life explored in exhibition
Minnesota’s most famous cartoonist is the inspiration behind a new exhibit at the History Center. The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz opens on July 22nd. It explores the life of the Peanuts gang illustrator and the stories behind the creation of his characters, like the fact that he initially planned to name Snoopy, Sniffy. The exhibit will be at the Minnesota History Center through June of 2024.
The Puttery opens in Minneapolis
The Puttery opens on July 21 in Downtown Minneapolis. The 70,000-square-foot space is on the corner of Washington and Hennepin Avenue. It is just for the adults 21-plus, and offers upscale food and drinks along with three themed mini golf courses. This is the seventh Puttery location in the United States.
Aquatennial back with dozens of events including water ski shows, a parade and fireworks
It’s Aquatennial time in Minneapolis. The celebration runs Wednesday, July 19th through the 22nd. There are dozens of events and all are free and family-friendly. It begins with the Torchlight Parade Wednesday at 7:30pm along Nicollet from 12th to 4th Street.
RENT presented by the Emerging Professionals Ensemble
The Emerging Professionals Ensemble based out of Performing Institute of Minnesota in Eden Prairie provides aspiring artists the opportunity to get a taste of how things work on the big stage. Thursday July 20th, they kick off their production of RENT. Part of the cast joined FOX 9 Good Day to chat about the show and perform a snippet of "Seasons of Love".
Art on the Edge is part art, part psychic in Linden Hills
An art show in a secret garden with a metaphysical element is planned for this weekend in Minneapolis’ Linden Hills neighborhood. Art on the Edge is Saturday, July 22nd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on West 43rd Street East of Upton. That portion of the street will be closed, but there’s also an alley to a back garden that will be utilized. The event is the creation of Everett & Charlie gallery owner Suzie Marty and publisher of The Edge Magazine, Kelly Wagner. There will be more than 60 vendors showcasing visual art to transformative holistic practices. There will also be live music, author readings, and a psychic gallery.
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.
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.
Celebrating Hopkins 89th Raspberry Festival
It was once known as the Raspberry Capital, and even though the fields are long gone, the Hopkins Raspberry Festival is still going strong. The event runs through July 16th. The lineup includes everything from live music, to food, a parade, and fireworks. Visit the festival's Facebook account for more information.
FOX 9 reporter attempts Boom Run in Stillwater
FOX 9's Se Kwon sees just how hard the Boom Run is ahead of Lumberjack Days in Stillwater.
Wakesurf Championship held on Lake Minnetonka
On Thursday, the Minnesota Wakesurf Championship will showcase some of the land of 10,000 lakes’ best talent on Lake Minnetonka, with nearly 8,000 people expected in attendance to watch. FOX 9’s Se Kwon is live onsite to show some of competitor’s runs.
MVP Cricket Academy on the rules of cricket
Sanjaya and Krishanty Ranasinghe of MVP cricket discuss the rules of cricket and the start of Major League Cricket.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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/