Seasonal Twin Cities businesses hoping to cash in on summer-like temps
With highs in the 80s, Minnesotans didn't waste a second of Saturday's sunshine.
From packed lakes, to ringing registers, many people were hungry for a beautiful weekend at Lake Harriet in Minneapolis.
"It feels like summer when you come here," said John Starkey.
The warmth brought out crowds in full force, giving seasonal businesses like Bread & Pickle the boost they're looking for. Dave Robinson, who runs the business, says they rely on great weather to survive.
Food was flying off the shelves, making it a big win for seasonal businesses hoping to cash in as consumer confidence is on the rise.
But the weather isn't the only thing heating up; a recent CBS News poll shows U.S consumer confidence is on the rise after five months of decline.
The poll shows Americans are a little more optimistic about the economy, with 39% saying the economy is good. However, many people are worried about their personal finances, with 72% saying they feel concerned and another 65% saying they feel stressed a lot or sometimes.
Starkey says his family is still cautious.
"I'm afraid about spending money because of tariffs happening right now, gives me a lot of pause," he said.
Kristen Mack says she hesitant to "mindlessly" shop on Amazon, but doesn't hesitate when it comes to supporting local businesses. She sees it as an investment in her community.
Despite the differences, Starkey and Mack both agree seasonal businesses especially near a lake a win-win.