Twin Cities Live

Producer Betsy Melin visited Midas Touch Head Spa in White Bear Lake to experience a Korean head spa treatment, which includes a scalp massage. The spa is offering Twin Cities Live viewers a 20% discount on their first visit.

Minneapolis opened its first farm stop, Radish Farm Stop in the Lynnhurst neighborhood, connecting shoppers with over 80 local producers and ensuring better prices for farmers. Twin Cities Live host Elizabeth Ries provided a live report on its operations.

River Valley Riders, a non-profit in Afton, Minnesota, uses horseback riding to help people with special needs build confidence and skills. The organization hosts a Round-Up Gala on November 21, 2026, at Central Park in Woodbury, featuring dinner, auctions, and program updates.

Anderson Windows and Doors, in partnership with the Minnesota Vikings, is hosting a storm door giveaway requiring participants to upload a photo of their current storm door and meet eligibility criteria. Winners receive a new storm door with installation, Minnesota Vikings merchandise, and game tickets valued at $1,000. The contest is open to residents of Minnesota and Wisconsin aged 18+.

A Minnesota-based talk show called 'Stress Personality' explores food, fashion, and stress management. Bestselling author Kristen Brown discussed different stress personalities and their impact on reducing worry, promoting her guide 'How to Stop Overthinking.'

Pond King Water Gardens, a Minnesota-based company, is hosting its first annual free water garden tour on July 11-12 to showcase custom backyard water features. The event supports metastatic breast cancer research via VraniCURE and offers registered guests a chance to win a pond kit and gift card. A special offer provides free design consultations for the first 20 registrants mentioning Twin Cities Live.

Otten Bros. Garden Center & Landscaping is a 12-acre employee-owned business in Long Lake that has provided plants and landscaping services since 1953. It was featured in Twin Cities Live's In Your Town show, where Chris J. Jordan discussed floral arrangement techniques.

Gear West, a local bike and outdoor gear store in Minnesota's Orono and Long Lake areas, has been serving customers since 1992. The shop is highlighted for its loyal following and recent bike lineup promotion by Isaac on Twin Cities Live.

Pete Waggoner, a participant in LiVEA's nutrition program, lost over 56 pounds and 13 inches in six months, highlighting improved energy and health. The article promotes LiVEA's 8-week free trial for its Edina center, encouraging readers to join for summer transformation.

The article highlights the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses on Juneteenth, a U.S. federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. It features several Minnesota-based businesses, including Gabella's Cookies, Cooks of Hope, Six Mirrors, and Strive Books, emphasizing their cultural and community contributions.