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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, November 29, 2025.
We're waking up to a winter weather alert this morning as a significant snow system moves through Minnesota. Forecasters are warning that Saturday afternoon could be treacherous for travel across southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities area. If you're heading home from Thanksgiving gatherings, experts suggest waiting until Sunday to give snowplows time to clear the roads. We could see anywhere from three to six inches of snow here in the metro, with some areas of the state facing up to a foot. Bundle up and take it slow if you do venture out today.
On the brighter side, Minneapolis is embracing a brand new holiday tradition this season. Winterapolis officially kicked off yesterday, replacing the beloved Holidazzle event that ended two years ago. The Christmas tree lighting inside the IDS Crystal Court marked the beginning of festivities downtown, with snow globe photo stations and appearances by mascots from our major sports teams. The Minneapolis Foundation and event organizers are hoping this becomes an ongoing way to revitalize downtown and draw people back to the heart of our city. It's a chance to create those memorable holiday moments we've been missing.
Speaking of downtown activity, today is packed with things to do despite the weather. The Minneapolis Christkindl Market is running from eleven in the morning until nine tonight at North Loop Green. If you're looking for something more laid back, the World Oddities Expo is happening at the Hyatt Regency from eleven until seven. And music lovers should know that The Phantom of the Opera continues at the Orpheum Theatre with performances at one and seven thirty this evening.
A quick reminder about ice safety as we head into the season. The Minnesota DNR wants everyone to know that four inches of ice is safe for walking, five to seven inches for snowmobiles, eight to twelve for cars, and twelve to fifteen for heavier pickup trucks. It's an important reminder as temperatures drop and frozen lakes become more inviting.
In sports news, the Gophers are hosting the Badgers today in the Border Battle at Huntington Bank Stadium. The game kicks off at two thirty this afternoon, so bundle up if you're heading to the game.
We're also keeping an eye on some community changes around the metro. The American Legion Post in East Grand Forks is facing closure due to financial difficulties, with the building being sold and operations shutting down. It's a reminder of the challenges many community institutions are facing right now.
Finally, thousands of shoppers flocked to the Mall of America yesterday for Black Friday deals. With about thirteen thousand people coming through the doors in the first hour last year, it was quite the holiday shopping kickoff here in Bloomington.
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We're waking up to a winter weather alert this morning as a significant snow system moves through Minnesota. Forecasters are warning that Saturday afternoon could be treacherous for travel across southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities area. If you're heading home from Thanksgiving gatherings, experts suggest waiting until Sunday to give snowplows time to clear the roads. We could see anywhere from three to six inches of snow here in the metro, with some areas of the state facing up to a foot. Bundle up and take it slow if you do venture out today.
On the brighter side, Minneapolis is embracing a brand new holiday tradition this season. Winterapolis officially kicked off yesterday, replacing the beloved Holidazzle event that ended two years ago. The Christmas tree lighting inside the IDS Crystal Court marked the beginning of festivities downtown, with snow globe photo stations and appearances by mascots from our major sports teams. The Minneapolis Foundation and event organizers are hoping this becomes an ongoing way to revitalize downtown and draw people back to the heart of our city. It's a chance to create those memorable holiday moments we've been missing.
Speaking of downtown activity, today is packed with things to do despite the weather. The Minneapolis Christkindl Market is running from eleven in the morning until nine tonight at North Loop Green. If you're looking for something more laid back, the World Oddities Expo is happening at the Hyatt Regency from eleven until seven. And music lovers should know that The Phantom of the Opera continues at the Orpheum Theatre with performances at one and seven thirty this evening.
A quick reminder about ice safety as we head into the season. The Minnesota DNR wants everyone to know that four inches of ice is safe for walking, five to seven inches for snowmobiles, eight to twelve for cars, and twelve to fifteen for heavier pickup trucks. It's an important reminder as temperatures drop and frozen lakes become more inviting.
In sports news, the Gophers are hosting the Badgers today in the Border Battle at Huntington Bank Stadium. The game kicks off at two thirty this afternoon, so bundle up if you're heading to the game.
We're also keeping an eye on some community changes around the metro. The American Legion Post in East Grand Forks is facing closure due to financial difficulties, with the building being sold and operations shutting down. It's a reminder of the challenges many community institutions are facing right now.
Finally, thousands of shoppers flocked to the Mall of America yesterday for Black Friday deals. With about thirteen thousand people coming through the doors in the first hour last year, it was quite the holiday shopping kickoff here in Bloomington.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. Don't forget to subscribe for tomorrow's updates. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiGood morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, November 29, 2025.
We're waking up to a winter weather alert this morning as a significant snow system moves through Minnesota. Forecasters are warning that Saturday afternoon could be treacherous for travel across southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities area. If you're heading home from Thanksgiving gatherings, experts suggest waiting until Sunday to give snowplows time to clear the roads. We could see anywhere from three to six inches of snow here in the metro, with some areas of the state facing up to a foot. Bundle up and take it slow if you do venture out today.
On the brighter side, Minneapolis is embracing a brand new holiday tradition this season. Winterapolis officially kicked off yesterday, replacing the beloved Holidazzle event that ended two years ago. The Christmas tree lighting inside the IDS Crystal Court marked the beginning of festivities downtown, with snow globe photo stations and appearances by mascots from our major sports teams. The Minneapolis Foundation and event organizers are hoping this becomes an ongoing way to revitalize downtown and draw people back to the heart of our city. It's a chance to create those memorable holiday moments we've been missing.
Speaking of downtown activity, today is packed with things to do despite the weather. The Minneapolis Christkindl Market is running from eleven in the morning until nine tonight at North Loop Green. If you're looking for something more laid back, the World Oddities Expo is happening at the Hyatt Regency from eleven until seven. And music lovers should know that The Phantom of the Opera continues at the Orpheum Theatre with performances at one and seven thirty this evening.
A quick reminder about ice safety as we head into the season. The Minnesota DNR wants everyone to know that four inches of ice is safe for walking, five to seven inches for snowmobiles, eight to twelve for cars, and twelve to fifteen for heavier pickup trucks. It's an important reminder as temperatures drop and frozen lakes become more inviting.
In sports news, the Gophers are hosting the Badgers today in the Border Battle at Huntington Bank Stadium. The game kicks off at two thirty this afternoon, so bundle up if you're heading to the game.
We're also keeping an eye on some community changes around the metro. The American Legion Post in East Grand Forks is facing closure due to financial difficulties, with the building being sold and operations shutting down. It's a reminder of the challenges many community institutions are facing right now.
Finally, thousands of shoppers flocked to the Mall of America yesterday for Black Friday deals. With about thirteen thousand people coming through the doors in the first hour last year, it was quite the holiday shopping kickoff here in Bloomington.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. Don't forget to subscribe for tomorrow's updates. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
We're waking up to a winter weather alert this morning as a significant snow system moves through Minnesota. Forecasters are warning that Saturday afternoon could be treacherous for travel across southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities area. If you're heading home from Thanksgiving gatherings, experts suggest waiting until Sunday to give snowplows time to clear the roads. We could see anywhere from three to six inches of snow here in the metro, with some areas of the state facing up to a foot. Bundle up and take it slow if you do venture out today.
On the brighter side, Minneapolis is embracing a brand new holiday tradition this season. Winterapolis officially kicked off yesterday, replacing the beloved Holidazzle event that ended two years ago. The Christmas tree lighting inside the IDS Crystal Court marked the beginning of festivities downtown, with snow globe photo stations and appearances by mascots from our major sports teams. The Minneapolis Foundation and event organizers are hoping this becomes an ongoing way to revitalize downtown and draw people back to the heart of our city. It's a chance to create those memorable holiday moments we've been missing.
Speaking of downtown activity, today is packed with things to do despite the weather. The Minneapolis Christkindl Market is running from eleven in the morning until nine tonight at North Loop Green. If you're looking for something more laid back, the World Oddities Expo is happening at the Hyatt Regency from eleven until seven. And music lovers should know that The Phantom of the Opera continues at the Orpheum Theatre with performances at one and seven thirty this evening.
A quick reminder about ice safety as we head into the season. The Minnesota DNR wants everyone to know that four inches of ice is safe for walking, five to seven inches for snowmobiles, eight to twelve for cars, and twelve to fifteen for heavier pickup trucks. It's an important reminder as temperatures drop and frozen lakes become more inviting.
In sports news, the Gophers are hosting the Badgers today in the Border Battle at Huntington Bank Stadium. The game kicks off at two thirty this afternoon, so bundle up if you're heading to the game.
We're also keeping an eye on some community changes around the metro. The American Legion Post in East Grand Forks is facing closure due to financial difficulties, with the building being sold and operations shutting down. It's a reminder of the challenges many community institutions are facing right now.
Finally, thousands of shoppers flocked to the Mall of America yesterday for Black Friday deals. With about thirteen thousand people coming through the doors in the first hour last year, it was quite the holiday shopping kickoff here in Bloomington.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. Don't forget to subscribe for tomorrow's updates. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI