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Coffee with Cool People: Ken Barlow

September 15, 2021Coffee with Cool People, Featured, Fun, Only On TCL

With Dave Dahl’s departure at 5 Eyewitness News comes a new Chief Meteorologist and he is a familiar face to all of us. Ken Barlow has been forecasting the weather mornings on 5 Eyewitness News for several years and now he can add the title “Chief Meteorologist” to his resume. Steve sits down with him in Coffee with Cool People...

Jailhouse Inn

September 8, 2021Experiences, Explore, Featured, Fun, Today on TCL

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be behind bars, head to the small Minnesota town of Preston, Minnesota. Reporter Kristin Haubrich visits the old Fillmore County Jail and Carriage House that has since been turned into a bed and breakfast. The Jailhouse Inn is where you can really find out what spending the night behind bars...

Rosemount School Band

September 8, 2021Featured, Fun, People & Things, Today on TCL

It’s TCL’s Back to School week! Two years ago, Elizabeth, Steve, and Kelli joined the ranks of the Rosemount School Band. We thought it would be fun to take a look at that again and try to figure out why they haven’t been asked back!

Monty’s Traveling Reptile Show

September 1, 2021Featured, Fun, State Fair, Today on TCL

There’s a spot on the fairgrounds where the animals get a little more unusual. It’s called the Monty’s Traveling Reptile Show. “Two Dogs” from Monty’s dropped by with a large tortoise, a young alligator, and an albino Burmese python.

Hashi Burger

August 23, 2021Featured, Food, Main Dishes, Today on TCL

Jamal Hashi is instrumental for bringing the flavors of Somali cuisine to Minneapolis, and America in general. He wanted to introduce American’s to camel meat and created the Hashi Burger. It has since taken off in the middle east being served at Kuwait Fire House, Babel Food Chain in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, and Hashi Burger Restaurant in...

Youth Make Up

August 19, 2021Beauty, Fashion, Featured, Today on TCL

What do you do when your child wants to wear make up? It starts out when they are young and it’s just a toy, but slowly they start asking to wear it to school. What products are best and how do you get them started? Our beauty expert, Hillary Kline, has some ideas. Follow Hillary on Instagram @KlineToTheTop. CHILDREN’S MAKEUP:...

Farmers Market Finds

August 9, 2021Featured, Food, Main Dishes, Monday Night Meal, Only On TCL, Today on TCL

Shopping the Farmer’s Markets is a favorite for 5 Eyewitness News’ anchor, Paul Folger. He makes a meal from the fresh veggies he finds, just perfect for a Monday Night Meal. Open Faced Heirloom Tomato Toast 2 large heirloom tomatoes 4 slices of toast Mayo Salt and Pepper Get the most beautiful heirloom tomatoes you...

Land O’Lakes Pro-Am Golf Tournament

August 5, 2021Experiences, Explore, Featured, Fun, Today on TCL

Elizabeth is at The Meadows at Mystic Lake where she just finished her first round of golf. She just learned the game six weeks ago and we get a look at her journey.

World Record for Most Words Spelled Backwards

August 2, 2021Featured, Fun, People & Things, Today on TCL

As a child, Pam Onnen discovered that she could say words backwards as quickly as anyone else could say them forwards. Then she realized she could spell them backwards too. Today, this substitute teacher from Hastings is the Guinness World record holder for the most words spelled backwards in one minute. Click here to see Pam in action...

Rides for Seniors

July 23, 2021Featured, Fun, People & Things, Today on TCL

TCL Reporter Kristin Haubrich has introduced us to her mom before when she carved Steve’s face into a giant pumpkin. But besides being really artistic, she’s also really compassionate. She developed a non-profit she calls Marilyn’s TWOcan Rides. She travels to assisted living centers with her custom-made bike to give free,...

Riesipes: Herbed Potato Salad

July 20, 2021Featured, Food, Recipes, Sides, Today on TCL

Elizabeth’s potato salad is a summer grilling side dish essential. It’s super simple but with a garden addition of fresh, green herbs. 3 lbs potatoes (I use red or Yukon gold), boiled until tender, cooled to room temperature and cut into one inch pieces 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp Dijon mustard 6 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and...

Superfood Fun with MyNurish

July 20, 2021Featured, Food, Health & Fitness, Other Food, Today on TCL

The first “superfood” was coined back around 1918 when the American Medical Association thought bananas could cure a number of problems, including celiac disease. Franco Romero, the creator of MyNurish, is an expert in superfoods. He joins us to explain the benefits of superfoods and his products. Click here to get the MyNurish Deal...

Be Well with TCL: Fitness Questions with 3×3 FIT

July 19, 2021Featured, Fun, Health & Fitness, Kim Marie Ross, Today on TCL

As we age, things change. Things may hurt a bit when they didn’t before, but staying active is essential. Fitness expert and creator of 3X3 FIT, Kim Marie Ross answers some of your fitness questions. Click here to get 3x3 FIT Superbargain. The deal includes: 1 Set – Weighted 3X3FIT Rings One Year Warranty 1 HingeFirm...

Hamel Rodeo

July 8, 2021Experiences, Explore, Featured, Fun, Today on TCL

The largest professional rodeo in Minnesota kicks off and TCL reporter is live at the Hamel Rodeo for a sneak peek! The Hamel Rodeo and Bull Ridin’ Bonanza runs July 8th – July 11th. Click here for all the information.

7/7 Host Chat

July 7, 2021Featured, Host Chat, Only On TCL

Elizabeth and Steve play a game of Duck and Dodge, check out an optical illusion of Kelly Ripa’s foot from a photo she posted, and one of TCL’s own has a big win!

Elizabeth’s “Ries-ipe”: Jay’s Smash Burgers

June 25, 2021Featured, Food, Main Dishes, Today on TCL

Elizabeth and her husband Jay head into the kitchen to make Jay's special smash burgers! This "Ries-ipe" makes 6 double-patty burgers Ingredients: 2 lbs 80/20 or 85/15 ground beef 1.5 cup minced mushrooms 1 tsp salt ½ tsp Fresh ground pepper Ghee 6 brioche buns, buttered and toasted 12 slices cheddar cheese ...

Snickers Pie

June 14, 2021Featured, Food, Nancy Burgeson, Recipe Replay, Sweets, Today on TCL

Baking Instructor Nancy Burgeson stopped by with a kid friendly Snickers Pie recipe to help kick off TCL’s Super Cool Summer. SNICKERS PIE 25 full size marshmallows 6 regular size Snickers bars, cut into bite sized pieces 2/3 cup milk 1 cup heavy whipping cream (no...

Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery

June 2, 2021Drinks, Featured, Food, Today on TCL

Summer is a great time to get out and explore. With the local wine industry in our state continuing to grow, gathering your friends for a wine tasting experience is a fun event to consider. TCL reporter Kristin Haubrich is at Chankaska Creek Ranch and Winery in Kasota. https://www.chankaskawines.com/ Check out Chankaska Creek Ranch and...

Sponge Cake with Berries and Cream

May 28, 2021Featured, Food, Nancy Burgeson, Recipes, Sweets, Today on TCL

Baking Instructor Nancy Burgeson makes a light dessert for the summer season that’s perfect for your summer gatherings. Light and Lovely Sponge Cake with Berries and Cream 1-3/4 cup self-rising flour 4 large eggs (room temperature) 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. ultra-fine granulated sugar (can be purchased in super market or processed in food...

Support Our Shops: Hot Sam’s Antiques

May 27, 2021Featured, People & Things, Shop, Today on TCL

If you’ve ever driven down to 35W south of the Twin Cities, you may have driven past a rocket ship and giant shark on the side of the interstate. If you’ve wondered what exactly that’s all about, we did too. Reporter Kristin Haubrich had to find out what was inside Hot Sam’s Antiques.