Have you ever had an ex who did something completely insane? You won’t believe what Raven’s ex-wife did to his car!
Things to Know: September 20th
SEEN: Two Roads Brewing Company Ok2berfest 2021 CT Post
Photos: Foo Fighters rock Bridgeport’s amphitheater CT Post
Rebel Dog Coffee Co. provides fuel at new East Hartford location CT Post
These Connecticut towns are banning recreational marijuana sales, use CT Post
10 new Connecticut laws that will take effect Oct. 1 CT Post
CT home designed by ‘Gatsby’ architects sets record for highest waterfront sale in Stamford CT Post
New Britain Superintendent addresses TikTok challenge that encourages destruction of school property WTNH
Norwalk event brings awareness to pancreatic cancer The Hour
Connecticut tourism officials trying to attract leaf peepers Stamford Advocate
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SHOOTING STARS COUNTDOWN Friday September 17th: Can Ed Sheeran Shiver his way to number 1?
Here are the top 5 biggest songs in Connecticut this week… voted by you! The Star 99.9 J&M Automotive Shooting Stars Countdown.
5 Shawn Mendes & Tainy – Summer Of Love
4 Walker Hayes – Fancy Like
3 Dua Lipa – Love Again
2 The Weeknd – Take My Breath
1 Ed Sheeran – Shivers
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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! 45% of people say they DREAM in their sleep about about this more than anything else
Today is the last pair of Dua Lipa tickets for her Boston show at Td Garden Friday, February 18.
Here was today’s question if you missed it earlier…
Q: 45% of people say they DREAM in their sleep about about this more than anything else
A: what they’re going to eat the next day
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: One of America’s oldest veterans has some life advice for us
Sometimes it takes a person who has lived the longest to give us the best life advice. They have the most life experience and perspective
People like America’s oldest living World War Two veteran who just celebrated his 112th birthday last weekend. His name is Lawrence Brooks, and he lives in New Orleans.
Get this… he got married after the war ended and went on to have five kids. Now he’s got 13 grandkids and 22 great-grandchildren! Crazy. His advice to everyone on life is to have faith, and be nice to people. You can’t ask for better advice than that.
Love it.
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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does the “E” in The Big E stand for?
The Big E fair starts today out in Western Mass and goes through October 3rd. Always a great time to eat crazy fried foods, take the kids on rides, and see the Connecticut house! But today’s mystery… what does the “E” stand for?
There are a few different theories on this. One being that the original name of the fair was the Eastern States Exposition.
But it wasn’t until 1966, for the fiftieth anniversary, that the fair began marketing itself as “The Big E.” Which at the time the organizers said the “E” was an emphasis on “entertainment, education and excitement”. Which makes sense since they have all of those things! Plus delicious cream puffs… yum.
What Are Anna & Raven’s Trademark Looks?
Anna said that her red lipstick is her trademark! It’s what she is best known for! But what does Anna think Raven’s signature look is? Also, what is your signature look you are known for?
I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! 52% of teenagers have never purchased one of these
All this week I have tickets to Dua Lipa’s Boston show at Td Garden Friday, February 18. Tickets don’t even go on sale until this Friday 9/17! Play every day at 4pm to win a pair.
Here was today’s question if you missed it earlier…
Q: 52% of teenagers have never purchased one of these
A: Stamps!
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Ice Cream is about to get a lot safer for kids starting October 1st
It might just be my memory but I always feel like there were so many more ice cream trucks when I was a kid. Every night after dinner you’d hear the music all the time. Feels like there are a lot less nowadays.
Either way, starting October 1 there are a whole bunch of new laws going into effect here in Connecticut. One of them involving ice cream trucks.
This new law will require drivers passing ice cream trucks in the process of selling ice cream to stop and proceed slowly. Almost like school busses. The law will also implement safety equipment requirements and operating rules for the ice cream trucks. This all comes under something called “Tristan’s Law,” which was named after a 10-year-old Connecticut boy who was killed by a car while trying to buy from an Ice Cream in June 2020. Very sad story, but will ensure the safety of kids in the future.
Next time you see an ice cream truck, proceed with caution.
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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Who invented Mac and Cheese?
Anyone who has toddlers knows how important Mac and Cheese is to the weekly family meal prep. Even if you’re an adult, Mac and Cheese probably plays a big part in your life. But when and where did it come from? Who thought of it?
It’s more interesting than you think. The person who introduced the delicious Macaroni and Cheese to the U.S. was nonother than our third President… Thomas Jefferson. He actually brought the recipe back to the U.S. after being on a trip to Italy.
Great call Tommy Jefferson. My 2 year old daughter thanks you.
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