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Three Friends Break World Record For Visiting All 50 States in 5-and-a-half days

Three friends broke a world record by visiting all 50 states in about five-and-a-half days. The guys started in Vermont, drove through all the 48 lower states — and then hopped on planes to get to Alaska and Hawaii.  They completed the trip with a final time of five days, 13 hours and 10 minutes. …
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August 18, 2022 0

Weird & Wacky Wednesday: “Emotional Support Goats Cause Emotional Distress”

An Arkansas couple claims they’re unable to enjoy their backyard in peace and quiet because their next door neighbor’s emotional support goats are causing them a lot of emotional distress. Willie Baker shared a post on NextDoor saying that his new neighbors just moved in and brought their two goats which are constantly “screaming” and…
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August 17, 2022 0

Weird & Wacky Wednesday: “Coke Introduces New Flavor”

(Atlanta, GA)  —  Coca-Cola is back with the newest flavor in its “Creations” series.  “Dreamworld” coke is coming to store shelves for a limited time starting August 15th.  The soda giant described the flavor as taking “inspiration from the Technicolor world of dreams” with an added “dash of vibrant flavors” to the base recipe. Coca-Cola’s Creations…
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August 17, 2022 0

Goldfish, Dunkin’ partner for Pumpkin Spice Goldfish crackers

Yes, you really can pumpkin spice EVERYTHING … The latest? Pumpkin Spice Goldfish crackers. Yep, Goldfish has partnered with Dunkin’ on Goldfish Dunkin’ Pumpkin Spice Grahams. The li’l fish are made of graham crackers, pumpkin spice flavors, and a doughnut glaze. They’ll be available in grocery stores beginning September 1st. They won’t be sold at…
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August 17, 2022 0

Brainerd Lakes Chamber 8-16-22

Sue Galligan, Events and Connections Manager at Brainerd Lakes Chamber, updates us on upcoming chamber events and happenings around Brainerd, Pequot Lakes, Crosslake and Breezy Point.


August 16, 2022 0

Riverwood Healthcare’s Dr. Austin Krohn talks Concussions on July 16th Community Connection

Riverwood Healthcare’s Dr. Austin Krohn joined Community Connection to discuss a virtual seminar on Concussions on August 30th, sport related injuries and prevention:


August 16, 2022 0

Lakes Bluegrass Festival 2022

Tim and Cindy Roggenkamp get us up-to-date on what will be happening during the 2022 Lakes Bluegrass Festival August 24-28, 2022. The festival is held at the new Lakes Music and Events Park at 2591 N. Bluegrass Blvd SW, Backus, MN 56435, less than one mile north of the old location at the Cass County…
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August 15, 2022 0