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Global technology outage continues to impact flights at MSP Airport
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A global technology breakdown continues to impact flights in and out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. On Sunday, several stranded passengers slept on the floor. Time seemed to be at a standstill, and many travelers told FOX 9 they would not be able to go anywhere...
West African grocery store moves to Robbinsdale
Fresh organic produce, dried plantains, sesame candy, rice, spices, meat, frozen pizza and West African specialty foods: Afrocana Market can be found in Robbinsdale’s Robbin Center near the Eagles Nest Lounge. Today she lives in Fridley, but Moliza Dennis grew up in Liberia, which is in West Africa. At 15, Dennis and her family moved to Minnesota where she graduated from Osseo High School and went to college. Dennis worked in the mental health field for a bit but in 2020 decided to open a...
Critical DMs: The Father of Waters statue at the Minneapolis City Hall
Critical DMs are lightly edited Slack conversations by members of the MPR News arts team about Minnesota art and culture. This week, arts editor Max Sparber and senior arts reporter and critic Alex V. Cipolle discuss the “Mississippi — Father of Waters” statue at the Minneapolis City Hall.
Chickens move to 4040 Regent Avenue North
Eggs and entertainment: Brynn Okeson plans to keep four chickens at 4040 Regent Avenue North, Robbinsdale. Per city code, a person keeping or maintaining more than two chickens must obtain a permit and invite neighbors to a public hearing regarding said permit. The resident needs to follow proper collection and disposal of animal waste, proper storage of food and prevent pest invasion of food spillage and proper supply of water. The police chief, community development director, code enforcement and building official and other city staff approved this permit. At the public hearing, neighbors spoke in favor of the chickens. The council voted unanimously to grant the permit July 16.
Playground Safety a United Effort in New Hope
There are 15 playgrounds in the City of New Hope, and according to city officials, they’re inspected quite regularly. “We’re very proud of our operations manager and our park maintenance workers, as well, as they’re certified playground safety inspectors,” said City of New Hope Recreation Supervisor Aaron Thelen. “They come around the parks throughout the month, and every month our parks are inspected by our maintenance workers, so they’ll check and see if anything’s missing or broken as well.”
Minnesota State Fair transportation options: What you need to know for 2024
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner, so now is the time to start planning your transportation and there are plenty of ways to get there. The State Fair offers multiple transportation options, such as express buses, car and bike parking, free...
Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture Thanks to Maura
Granddaughter Maura called from Minneapolis today to share what she was looking at while she was on vacation- Spoonbridge and Cherry. Earlier this year Maura did a school report on Oldenburg for Art Class and we had looked at some of Oldenburg’s public art sculpture online and discussed locations where they could be viewed.
NOLO’s Rooftop Bar Returns With More Space, Food Service
NOLO’s Rooftop Bar Returns With More Space, Food Service. With a few more months of nice weather still left, NOLO’s Kitchen just relaunched its Rooftop Bar with several noticeable changes. Since we last saw it more than a year ago, the space has been expanded with more cabanas,...
Extreme Noise record store announces 30th anniversary concerts
Minneapolis' volunteer-run punk and metal record store Extreme Noise is hosting a series of concerts to celebrate its anniversary. The three announced shows will take place at the Cedar Cultural Center.
Local Treasures & Hidden Gems: Mr. Little Guy
For just shy of 30 years, the magic of Mr. Little Guy has lined the shores of Lake Harriet and warmed the hearts of the thousands who have been touched by his existence. You may have noticed the tiny little door, at the base of a tree, on the south side of the lake, etched with brass hinges, a lion door knocker, and adorned with gifts and trinkets from those who admire and love him. Although no one has laid eyes on Mr. Little Guy, also known as Thom the Elf, he has become a prominent symbol of magic, hope, and love to all who know him.
Chick-fil-A Free Kids Meal + Plush Cow Adoption Event
Head to your local Chick-fil-A in the Twin Cities or St. Cloud on Tuesday 23rd for a free Kids Meal + a plush cow adoption event. Do your kiddos love Chick-fil-A? I don’t know many kids who don’t! So mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 23rd from 5-7pm for their special event FREE Kids Meal and Plush Cow Adoption Event. Kids meals will be FREE for all kids 12 and under, plus if you head into the restaurant for dine-in, your kiddos can “adopt” a plush cow, while supplies last.
Downtown Minneapolis Street Art Festival Returns August 10-11
The festival creates a free, family-friendly event down Nicollet Avenue from 6th to 11th Street. The 6th annual Downtown Mpls Street Art Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, August 10-11 from 10am-6pm on Nicollet in downtown Minneapolis. . The festival features the live creation of chalk and spray paint...
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