Elaborate floral displays bring the crowds to Galleria
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Elaborate floral displays bring the crowds to Galleria

A spring Twin Cities tradition is underway now at The Galleria in Edina. The Floral Experience is the continuation of the Dayton’s flower show that had a 50-plus year run in downtown Minneapolis. The Galleria partnered with Bachman’s to fill the mall with 20 lush displays reflecting the theme, "Into the Deep." The displays took five overnights to set up with 20 garden designers on hand. The Floral Experience runs through Sunday April 7 and is free to the public. There is also free valet parking near the east entrance by Cōv restaurant.

Twin Cities Auto Show returns for 51st year
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Twin Cities Auto Show returns for 51st year

The Twin Cities Auto Show is underway at the Minneapolis Convention Center. There are roughly 400 cars to check out. Most of the cars are brand new and the prices range from $18,000 for the Mitsubishi Mirage to $325,000 for a Maserati in the color Digital Mint. There’s also an entire section of famous crime-fighting cars from movies and TV shows. The Twin Cities Auto Show runs through April 7, 2024.

MN Ovarian Cancer Alliance celebrates 25 years
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MN Ovarian Cancer Alliance celebrates 25 years

The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA) is celebrating 25 years of research and helping people in the community. Coming up April 13 MOCA The biggest fundraiser of the year, The Black, White and Teal Gala. Although tickets are no longer available, people are able to support MOCA by sending in a donation to mnovarian.org or by bidding in the Black, White & Teal Gala silent online auction. Bidding opens Wednesday, April 10th at noon. Ahead of this massive fundraising effort Deb Runkle stopped by the FOX 9 Morning News, along with some of her family members who will be performing at the gala. Runkle is an ovarian cancer survivor and Black, White & Teal Gala Committee Member.

St. Paul Saints season includes nods to Taylor Swift, others
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St. Paul Saints season includes nods to Taylor Swift, others

For the second year in a row, snow has ruined plans for the St. Paul Saints home opener. It was supposed to be Friday, March 29, but instead they’re aiming for Saturday, March 30. Clearing the field has been a challenge because it has to be done delicately so the turf isn’t damaged. With most of the snow removed, they’re prepping for another season of fun promos, from a Taylor Swift night (April 12) including friendship bracelets and a chance to win tickets to her Miami show, to a salute to the Peanuts (April 28) with a Peanuts replica jersey and a celebration of classic films, "Weekend at Bernie’s" (July 24) and "Sixteen Candles" (May 17).

Egg Flip dishing up Korean-style egg sandwiches
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Egg Flip dishing up Korean-style egg sandwiches

One of the hottest dining destinations in the Twin Cites is in an unexpected location, the skyway. Egg Flip is dishing up an oversized Korean-style egg sandwich. It’s located in the skyway of the Six Quebec building at 601 S. Marquette Ave. The shop is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Spring blooms inside Como Zoo and Conservatory
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Spring blooms inside Como Zoo and Conservatory

The 2024 Spring Flower Show is open now in the Sunken Garden of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in St. Paul. This years’ show features blue delphinium, purple foxglove and snapdragons along with daffodils and a blend of red, pink and purple tulips. The show runs through April 28, 2024. It is free to explore the Como Zoo and Conservatory but they do ask visitors to consider making a voluntary donation of $4 for an adult and $2 for a child to help them care for the plants and animals.

Hidden Gem: East Hennepin Auto Service
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Hidden Gem: East Hennepin Auto Service

When a nasty spring storm hits, the last place you want to be is outside pumping gas. There's a spot in north Minneapolis that's keeping things old school and doing the work for you. Alix Kendall took a look inside East Hennepin Auto Service to meet the three brothers that are carrying on the legacy their father started.

‘The Name Jar’ opens at Stages Theatre Company
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‘The Name Jar’ opens at Stages Theatre Company

A world-premiere play debuted over the weekend at Stages Theatre Company in Hopkins. "The Name Jar" is based on a book that’s a top teachers’ pick. To create the show, Stages teamed up with Theater Mu. It’s a family-friendly show about celebrating the meaning behind your name, based on the book by Yangsook Choi. The show runs through April 14. Stages Theatre Company will host a special meet and greet with the author Yangsook Choi and the playwright Sue Pak on April 14. Yangsook will be signing copies of her book before the show, and will be hosting a talk back after the show. The event is reserved for ticketholders to the 1 p.m. performance.

Kate Middleton announces cancer diagnosis
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Kate Middleton announces cancer diagnosis

Kate Middleton, princess of Wales, announced Friday that she has cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. Several people, including Blake Lively, are now issuing apologies for jokes made about the Princess of Wales and her whereabouts.

What other dances can the Blue M&M do?
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What other dances can the Blue M&M do?

The Blue M&M at Mall of America has turned into a viral sensation after he was caught on video doing some great Irish dance moves. Friday on FOX 9 Good Day, the crew put Blue to the test to see if he could dance to music from other genres.

Blue M&M joins FOX 9 Friday Dance Off
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Blue M&M joins FOX 9 Friday Dance Off

You may have seen the viral video floating around of a Blue M&M at Mall of America on St. Patrick's Day weekend bustin' a move as a team of Irish Dancers took to the stage. As the video continues to rack up views, Mall of America is hosting a special meet & greet with 'Blue' this Saturday at the Huntington Bank Rotunda. Blue will also reunite with the Irish Dancers on stage. The meet & greet runs from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday March 23rd. The M&M joined the Fox 9 Friday Dance Off to show off his moves!