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After Long Wait, Winter Businesses Are Up And Running

On Dec. 17, WCCO talked with the owner of a backyard rink company who explained the struggle of warm temperatures.

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January 17, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS — What a difference a month can make.­­­­­­ On Dec. 17, WCCO talked with the owner of a backyard rink company who explained the struggle of warm temperatures. A few weeks later, the deep freeze is allowing some business owners a deep sigh of relief.

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These are the nights the Hayden family of Medina has been dreaming of: they have lights up, music playing, and two of the three kids are cruising on the outdoor rink.

"They were antsy for a while, kept asking when it was gonna go, played soccer on the boards for a while, now they are skating," said John Hayden.

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