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"Twisters" made $80.5 million in its opening weekend!

Make sure to tune in between 11am-noon today for more movie trivia tidbits, behind the scenes fun, and upcoming movie announcements!

Also, Shawshank Redemption fans- Laura has something extra special just for you!

Sad to report the passing of legendary comedian and actor Bob Newhart, who passed Thursday morning at the age of 94.

Bob Newhart, legendary comedian, dead at 94 | CNN Bob Newhart, whose stammering, deadpan unflappability carried him to stardom as a standup comedian and later in television and movies, has died. He was 94.

Mike McKay - What should someone NEVER eat in the breakroom at work?

Governor Evers is proclaiming today "Culver's Day" as Culver's is celebrating 40 years in business. Part of today's sales will be donated to charities of each restaurant's choosing.

July 18 proclaimed as “Culver’s Day” in Wisconsin on 40th anniversary Culver’s was founded in Sauk City, Wisconsin on July 18, 1984 – making Thursday the 40th anniversary of the restaurant.

Earlier this year, Mattel announced a Shania Twain Barbie. And now there's one for Sue Bird...
-Laura

Sue Bird to be honored with her own Barbie doll Former Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird will have a Barbie doll of herself hit the shelves.

Mike McKay - It's National Hot Dog Day. What do you like on yours?

Mike McKay- Happy 48th to Luke Bryan

Laura McKenna reviews Longlegs:

https://civicmedia.us/2024/07/17/laura-mckennas-movie-review-longlegs/

Spam just announced it's 12th new flavor: Korean BBQ

First, do you eat spam? Second, did you know there were 12 flavors of the canned meat?

I'm obviously sitting this one out as a vegetarian but have you tried it?
-Laura McKenna

Spam Just Launched a New Flavor and We Tried It First Here's what we thought.

I have tickets to go with my mom tomorrow to see LONGLEGS. Did you see it over the weekend?

It sets the record for 2024 for the highest grossing opening for a Rated R movie and become the weekend's surprise #2 finisher (losing only to the powerhouse that is "Despicable Me 4") bringing in $22.6 million.

It's written and directed by Oz Perkins. And if you scary movie fans are looking for another written and directed by him, try "The Blackcoat's Daughter."

Mike McKay - It's National French Fry day. Besides ketchup, what do you put on your fries?

On this National French Fry Day.... here's my FAVORITE youtube channel to follow with their awesome look at French Fries. Prepare to get addicted to watching these!
-Laura McKenna

Every Style of French Fry Cut We Could Find Weird History Food is serving you every hot style of French Fry cut out there that we could find. When you think about it, you might know Shoestring, Steak, ...

The Dunn County Health Department has announced the installation of a harm reduction kiosk inside their building.

Dunn County Health Department Opens Harm Reduction Kiosk The Dunn County Health Department has announced the installation of a harm reduction kiosk inside their building.

Oppressive heat indices will be felt statewide this weekend, why it matters to your health no matter the age.

Dangerous Heat and Humidity Expected to Hit Wisconsin Dangerous Heat and Humidity Expected to Hit Wisconsin. Oppressive heat indices will be felt statewide this weekend, why it matters to your health no matter the age.

Statement regarding edits to the July 4th interview with President Biden

Civic Media Civic Media launched in 2022, and already covers most of Wisconsin. ... We're building a state-wide radio network that broadcasts local news

Tonight's the night, Lee Brice Fans!
Hope you have so much fun! 😎
-Laura

2024 7/11 Lee Brice The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is the largest family-friendly event in the region! Join us to enjoy national act concerts, exhibits, animals, carnival rides, food vendors and free entertainment.

Mike McKay - Where's the strangest place you fell asleep?

For me it's a quick toilet scrub and wipe down the bathroom sinks! But surprise company is a panic I try to avoid....
-Laura McKenna

Just a friendly reminder that postage goes up on Sunday. So you might want to stock up on some Forever Stamps (especially if you have Thank You notes or invitations to send anytime soon).

The price for a first-class Forever postage stamp is currently 68-cents and will bump up to 73-cents on July 14th. It doesn’t seem like a big hike if you’re just mailing one birthday card. But if you’re sending out a ton of envelopes (like for a wedding), that will add up. There’s the wedding officiant in me always thinking ahead for you!

Let’s say you’re sending out 100 invites to your wedding. But you start with Save The Dates, then the invitations, then you pre-stamp the RSVPs, then you send Thank You notes after.

If you buy all the stamps now before the increase:
Save the Dates- 100 x .68 = $68
Invites & Pre-Stamped RSVPs- 200 x .68 = $136
Thank You’s- 100 x .68 = $68
GRAND TOTAL: $272.00

If you wait until the price goes up, you’ll be paying $292.00 for the same amount of stamps. That’s a $20 savings. And why not? Better to keep that $20 in your pocket by planning ahead!

The state’s ruffed grouse survey shows a jump in drumming grouse since last year, with an anticipated peak expected soon.

Drumming Grouse Increasing Across Wisconsin Drumming Grouse Increasing Across Wisconsin. Data shows the state’s ruffed grouse numbers are spiking, drumming numbers with an anticipated peak expected soon.

Tune in from 11am-Noon today for Movie Monday with Laura!

She's got Hollywood Baby news, Jaws news, and a strange plot to a new upcoming scary movie. Will she be the only one that watches it!? Let's see!🍿

Happy 5th of July from all your friends at St. Croix Country!
-Laura

When asked about the debate on June 27, the President candidly acknowledged, “I had a bad night,” and remarked, “I learned from my father that when you get knocked down, you just get back up.”

Earl Ingram Interviews President Biden in First Interview After Late June Debate WAUKESHA, Wisc – President Joe Biden was interviewed by radio host Earl Ingram Jr., host of The Earl Ingram Show, in an interview that aired the morning of July 4th throughout the entire Civic Media network.  The President engaged in candid conversation about his record over the last three an...

Mike McKay - Do you have a favorite type of firework? (I would have to say bottle rockets)

Whatcha up to for the holiday? Food, festivities... we'd love to hear all about it!
-Laura McKenna

Here’s the website we talked about today where you can get info on your polling places, request absentee ballots, and more!
-Laura

Home My Vote

Who taught you to drive? Did you teach someone to drive? - Mike McKay

Tune in from 11am-Noon for exciting news for Hocus Pocus fans, some crazy recasting for the Despicable Me movies, plus so much more!

Management of Wisconsin’s wolf population is often a contentious issue. Conservation groups worry the current process will limit Wisconsinites from advocating for other wildlife.

New legal action stems from Wisconsin wolf management plan The legal activity comes a few months after federal officials opted to keep the gray wolf on the endangered species list.

The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is happening now in Chippewa Falls! 🎡

125th Northern Wisconsin State Fair underway in Chippewa Falls The fair runs from July 12 through 16 in Chippewa Falls.