Dog influencer Koda promotes Autism event
A tiny dog in a little red car is using her social media power and therapy dog skills this weekend at an event at the St. Paul RiverCentre. The Fraser Festival on May 20th raises money to increase access to critical programs and services for families impacted by Autism. Koda the Fluff, her owner Jena Mckinstry, and Autism advocate Lindsey Moreland joined Fox 9 Good Day to chat about the sensory-friendly festival.
Heart Walk at Target Field Saturday
The American Heart Association is hosting the annual Heart Walk this Saturday at Target Field. Longtime participants Avin and James Kallenbach joined the Fox 9 Morning news to chat about the event.
Etiquette tips for new graduates
Graduation season is here. Entering the workforce can be a big transition for grads. Etiquette expert and business coach Juliet Mitchell joined Fox 9 Good Day to share advice.
Edina High School choir marks 50 years
The Edina High School choral program is preparing to put on a show 50 years in the making. In fact, the same students who started ‘Current Jam’ in 1973 will be joining current students on stage for a special performance. Even the choir director who created this show will be in the audience to take it in with his grandchildren. Current Jam was created as a way to highlight individual and small group performances and give students the chance to perform pop tunes. To date, more than 4,000 students have participated in Current Jam. The performances will take place on May 18 and May 19 at 7 p.m. and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday May 20 at Fick Auditorium in Edina High School.
Big blooms and bright colors at The Arboretum
The ultimate bloom is underway at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, with 40,000 tulips and 250 crabapple trees are flowering at the same time. There are only a few days left to take it all in. If you’re planning a visit to the Arb, online ticket reservations are required in advance.
Tulips in bloom at MN Landscape Arboretum
Tulips are in full bloom at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. FOX 9's Garden Guy Dale K has the details on the annual event.
Singer Caitlyn Smith returns to MN for residency
Country singer Caitlyn Smith joined FOX 9 Morning News on Tuesday to chat about her return to Minnesota for a residency.
Massive pop-up book sale in St. Paul
Jeanette Kamman, aka "The Book Lady" was a notable character within the Saint Paul community, building a collection of over 300,000 books. Now, the community has a chance to get their own piece the famous collection.
Museum of Illusions opens in Mall of America
A new museum in the Twin Cities is centered around the magic of optical illusions. The Museum of Illusions is open now at the Mall of America on the second floor near the North entrance. The attraction has 60 different exhibits focused on vision, perception and the human brain. Guides are on site to help explain the illusions and assist with photography and tickets start at $20 and are available on the Museum of Illusions official website.
Minnesota Met Gala
Black Fashion Week Minnesota (BFWM) is organizing Minnesota's first Met Gala at the Minneapolis Institute of Art this May.
Minnesota Winefest
This event explores bold wines and exceptional cuisine with auction packages and dancing.
Bison herd in Dakota County welcomes calves
Dakota County Parks is welcoming two bison calves to their growing herd as part of an effort to bring bison back to Minnesota prairie lands.
Maison Margaux: David Fhima’s new Minneapolis restaurant
After two years of renovations, the former Ribnick Fur building in the North Loop is now French brasserie, Maison Margaux. It’s described as bringing a bit of Paris and the Moulin Rouge to the neighborhood. David Fhima and his team are behind the restaurant, an idea that they started developing three years ago. The three-story building has a private event space on the upper level, a bar and restaurant on the main level and the Underground Bar on the lower level. Each space has a different look and feel. Maison Margaux opens Friday, May 12. It’s located at 224 N 1st St. in Minneapolis.
Alix Kendall shares some news
FOX 9's Alix Kendall has been on the anchor desk for 24 years. On Thursday, she shared some news with viewers.
Best plants for shade and sun
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K joined FOX 9 Good Day on Tuesday to share what plants you should get for the shade and the sun.
Step inside the Pillsbury Mansion for Doors Open Minneapolis
An opulent mansion once belonging to Charles S. Pillsbury is now a blindness training center in Minneapolis. It’s past and present are both important to the city’s identity and this weekend you can step inside this building and dozens of others that helped shape the city. It’s the return of the free event, Doors Open Minneapolis. It takes place on May 13-14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Minneapolis opening historic properties for return of Doors Open
For the first time since the pandemic, Minneapolis is bringing back its Doors Open event. It will take place on May 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The buildings tell the story of the city’s past, from theaters to business hub, sacred spaces and private clubs. The event is free and takes you behind-the-scenes with building owners and caretakers, including The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis, a designated Historic Treasure.
Hmong farmers shift to life on Minnesota farm
Dakota County is home to the only farm in the U.S. that is completely owned and operated by Hmong farmers. The Hmong American Farmers Association was created in 2011, to address the injustice in food and farming industries around lack of access to land and resources. Nearly a decade later in 2022, the non-profit bought 155 acres of land to grow all sorts of mixed vegetables, fruits, flowers, and more.
Students mark coronation of King Charles III
Students at St. Gregory Primary School marked the coronation of King Charles III with a coronation of their own.
The Guinea Pigs that are also social media stars
Leah Beno meets two social media influencing Guinea Pigs during the Walk for Animals.