Minnesota Live

The article discusses the emotional challenges of empty nesting as parents send children to college, highlighting life coach Babs Churchill's guidance on managing this transition with reduced stress. It mentions the impact of this life change on both parents and children.

Minnesota Live and Children’s Minnesota launched a weekly KidCast segment featuring young forecasters. Ten-year-old Clara Carlin, who received fetal surgery for spina bifida at Children’s Minnesota, joined chief meteorologist Ken Barlow to deliver a forecast and share her journey in adaptive sports and performing arts.

The article discusses concerns about taking side jobs to stretch paychecks and the potential impact on tax brackets. It highlights a conversation between Paul Folger and a tax expert on Minnesota Live, addressing whether extra income could negate financial benefits due to higher taxes.

Talaya Dendy, a cancer doula and podcast host, is announcing a free four-hour wellness workshop titled 'The Healing Pen & A Mic' for the cancer community. The event is scheduled for Sunday, with registration closing at 5 PM on Thursday. The workshop follows her participation in the Masonic Cancer Center’s Survivorship Conference.

Minnesota Live explores alternative methods to track fitness progress beyond the scale, featuring personal strength trainer Allison Mosso. The article highlights vibrant ways to assess health journeys and mentions KSTP.com as the source.

The article discusses the importance of strength training for aging individuals, highlighting its benefits for longevity, mobility, and confidence. Andrea Herbert and Brooke Herbert, co-founders of Gold Ivy Health Co., emphasized these points during their appearance on Minnesota Live.

The CDC reports that one in three US adults feel lonely and one in four lack meaningful social and emotional support. Wellness coach JC Lippold discussed the importance of community in well-being and provided strategies for building meaningful connections during an appearance on Minnesota Live.

Minnesota Live's Leah McLean offers tips for creating a home gym in a garage or basement using minimal equipment. The article highlights easy, cost-effective solutions for setting up a workout space without a full set of gear.

Minnesota Live and Children’s Minnesota collaborate on KidCast, a weekly segment where children deliver weather forecasts. Ean Basset, a kid with epilepsy who loves adaptive sports and trains, is the featured guest. The segment highlights his journey and passion for weather.

The Two-Lined Chestnut Borer is damaging oak trees in Edina and surrounding communities in Minnesota. Edina City Forester Luther Overholt discussed the threat with Minnesota Live, highlighting the need for awareness and action to address the pest.

Wildfires in northern Minnesota have created dangerous conditions along the North Shore. Sarah Jorgenson-Hallberg, owner of Java Moose in Grand Marais, provided updates via Zoom on how visitors can safely experience the area. Daily updates are available through her Facebook page.

Minnesota Live has launched KidCast, a weekly segment with Children’s Minnesota where young guests join meteorologist Ken Barlow to deliver the forecast. Clara Carlin, a 10-year-old who received fetal surgery for spina bifida at Children’s Minnesota, is the first KidCaster and remains active in adaptive sports and the arts under ongoing care from the hospital’s experts.

Minnesota Live is discussing trending health topics with Dr. Archelle Georgiou, who addresses GLP-1s, peptides, antidepressants, and cancer. The segment aims to provide insights through a trusted medical perspective.

Kelli promotes small businesses by connecting with makers and sharing their stories on Minnesota Live. A viral moment from one maker inspired her to highlight Nomad Design Co.

University of St. Thomas geology professor Tom Hickson discusses the geological connection between Minnesota's rocks and the surface of Mars during an appearance on Minnesota Live. The article highlights the unique landscape of Minnesota and its extraterrestrial parallels.

The 'pink tax' is discussed as a financial issue where women often pay more for certain services than men. Minnesota Live featured financial expert Paul Folger analyzing the topic during a Money Monday segment.

The article discusses how fireworks on the Fourth of July can cause stress for pets and highlights tips from Matt Lindberg of Village Animal Hospital to help dogs stay calm. Lindberg provided advice during an appearance on Minnesota Live, and the article was first published on KSTP.com.

Consumer Reports tested air conditioners in a simulated summer heat lab. Leah McLean provided tips for optimizing AC use during the summer. The report was published on KSTP.com.