Rosemount H.S. Marching Band wins at Iowa competition

The Rosemount High School Marching Band is celebrating a big victory from a competition earlier this fall. In late September they took home the Class AAA Championship trophy at the Bands of America regional competition in Waukee, Iowa. Members of the band joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about the win and share how they are getting ready for another big competition this weekend at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Temporary pet care for domestic violence victims

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In the metro, several rescue organizations are lending a helping hand for people worried about finding a safe space for their pets. Caroline Barlow from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about their community outreach programs for pets and their owners.

Fall Flower show at Como Conservatory

Garden Guy Dale K. is checking out the Fall Flower show on display now at Como Conservatory. The show runs September 27 through October 27 and November 1st through November 16th. The Sunken Garden will be closed for the mid-show change October 28th through October 30th.

'White Christmas' on stage now in Chanhassen

The Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is spreading a little Christmas cheer early this year. The theatre is presenting "White Christmas" the musical for the first time on the main stage. Fox 9's Lauren Andrego got a chance to see how the show is coming together behind the scenes. Performances run through January 25th.

'Drawing Lessons' makes world premiere at CTC

A graphic novelist’s imagination comes to life on stage as "Drawing Lessons" makes its world premiere at the Children's Theatre. Shows run through November 10th. Cast members Mars Niemi and Olivia Lampert joined FOX 9 Good Day to talk about the show.

Reimagined Camden Tavern opens in Minneapolis

For decades, Camden Tavern was a well-known dive bar in north Minneapolis. New owners took over in 2022, gutted the space, and have turned it into a dining destination. The owners describe the menu as elevated comfort food with a southern twist. There's also live jazz music during brunch on the weekend. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chats with Camden Social co-owner Fonzie Mayfield to learn more about the new space.

Camden Social: Raising the bar on the north side

For decades, Camden Tavern was a well-known dive bar in north Minneapolis. New owners took over in 2022, gutted the space, and have turned it into a dining destination. FOX 9's Shayne Wells chats with Camden Social co-owner Kathryn Mayfield to learn more about the new space.

September jobs report stronger than expected

The U.S. economy added far more jobs than expected in September, that's according to the latest report from the Labor Department. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, down 0.1 percentage point. Patrick Rehkamp from 1834, A Division of Old National Bank joined the FOX 9 Morning news to talk about the latest numbers.

New creperie brings French flavors to France Avenue

Oh Crêpe opened over the summer at 44th and France Avenue in Minneapolis, the former location of the first Caribou Coffee. Owner Claire Corvaisier grew up in Brittany, France, the region where crepes originated. The creperie uses traditional recipes for sweet and savory crepes, plus a 25-layer crepe cake sold by the slice. Oh Crêpe is open Wednesday through Monday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Surly preps for Darkness Day, adds Halloween pop-up

Surly Brewing goes all out every year to release its unique imperial stout, Darkness. Darkness Day is a free all-day party on Saturday, Oct. 5, starting at 11 a.m. and ending just before midnight. The event includes live music of the punk and metal genres, live tattooing, and timed taps all day long. Surly has transformed the pizza restaurant upstairs into the Sinister Circus, an October pop-up with fun menu additions and plenty of spooky décor.

FOX 9 Good Day: Oct. 4, 2024

An iconic St. Paul Diner is back open for business. Plus, a new Public Service Announcement is sharing an important reminder about mammograms. Also, easy tips to make your own pasta at home.

UK Vikings fan makes epic trek

As the Vikings prepare for a big game in London this weekend, one of their biggest fans is on an epic journey to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Robert Osborne is a member of the UK and Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club. He has family in the White Bear Lake area, which is how he became a Vikings fan at a young age. Earlier this week, he started a 192 mile journey. He is walking from York, England, where real-life Vikings lived back in the day, and he’s headed to London right now. He’s calling his trek the "Skol to the stadium". As he walks, Robert is also raising money to help young people with cancer.

UK Vikings Fan Club geared up for Sunday matchup

Minnesota Vikings Fans are rallying abroad this weekend ahead of the matchup against the New York Jets. The UK and Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club is excited for another game across the pond. Co-founder John Macdonald joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about how much the fanbase has grown overseas in recent years.