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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: One Local Industry That Is BOOMING During The Pandemic

A lot of businesses are struggling this year because of the pandemic. But there are also a few that are thriving more than ever.

One of those industries is Christmas Tree Farms. Sales of Christmas trees are WAY up this year. A lot of it is first time buyers too. People who always had fake trees in the past opting for a real one this year. Which totally makes sense when you think about. People are looking for something to do, you can be outside, socially distant, spend time with the family. It’s a perfect way to spend a weekend during this holiday season.

The National Christmas Tree Association estimates that 25-30 million “real” Christmas trees have been sold so far in the U.S. Locally here in Connecticut places like Maple Row Farm and Fairview Tree Farm have been busier than ever.

MUNDANE MYSTERY: Why does snow look white?

We about to get walloped with a huge snow storm so today’s mystery is why does snow look white? There’s actually a real scientific reason that snow is white. What happens is light scatters and bounces off the ice crystals in the snow. The reflected light has all the colors in it which when together looks white.

So when you’re sledding, shoveling, or playing in the snow this week you’ll know why it’s white.

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Billie Eilish Drops Trailer For New Documentary ‘The World’s A Little Blurry’

Billie Eilish fans got a glimpse of the much anticipated new documentary, Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry, when she released the new trailer for it the other day.

From Billie playing the piano as a toddler to learning how to drive to touring the world as one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. It seems this doc is going to be great when it hits theaters and Apple TV+ on February 26th 2021.

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ROBIN Thicke?!

Singer, songwriter and ACTOR?! Since when? 🤣

Sometimes Raven makes mistakes! Play #cantbeatraven tomorrow morning for a shot at $1,200 and cross your fingers that he slips up like this again!

Things to Know: Wednesday December 16th

Tom Cruise tears into ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ crew for not following COVID-19 safety protocols CT Post

12-16 inches of snow expected for southern Connecticut, forecasters say CT Post

Bridgeport declares snow emergency. Here’s what that means. CT Post

As the US prepares to green light a second Covid-19 vaccine, officials issue warning for the holidays WFSB

New Haven warns that it may take time to clear every street of snow WFSB

Negotiators near agreement on long-delayed COVID-19 aid bill The Hour

Police: New Canaan woman stole from 4 Norwalk businesses The Hour

Officials: Pandemic magnifies potential challenges of incoming storm Stamford Advocate

Two promoted to sergeant on Stamford police force, including first Asian-American Stamford Advocate

CTDOT hit by COVID-19, calling in backup to help with first major winter storm of the season WTNH

The Anna & Raven Show: Present You Never Got; Tree Animals; Professional Back Scratcher

Wednesday Dec 16th, 2020

Nobody respects our local police officers more than Anna and Raven, but if you arrest THIS guy during Christmas time, that’s all I need to know about you!

Christmas songs are all wholesome, happy tunes right? But have you ever REALLY listened to what the songs are about? Like Winter Wonderland for example, they talk about some WEIRD stuff in that song! Anna and Raven break it down in the podcast. (3:21)

You may have heard of tickle bars, but have you ever heard of a professional back-scratcher!? Lacey is the founder of “I Scratch That”, which is a professional back-scratching service. How does professional back-scratching work? Find out in the podcast! (7:19)

A viral video featuring a raccoon in a Christmas tree has been going around. Have you ever had an issue with an animal (domestic or not!) and a Christmas tree? You won’t believe what happened with a cuddly Koala bear! Get the full story in the podcast (11:27)

The PS5 is nowhere to be found this holiday season! What gift did you really want for Christmas that you never got? You’re never gonna believe what Anna wanted as a pre-teen! Find out in the podcast. (21:16)

The Santa Tip Line is back! Leave Santa a voicemail and let him know who’s been naughty or nice this year! Anna and Raven will play some of the messages on the air! (27:48)

Jeff bought their 10-year-old son a quad for Christmas and Alicia is furious and wants him to return it. They’ve discussed it before, but Jeff claims he isn’t going to back down. He had one as a child and loved it, she said bring it back before Christmas. Whose side are you on? (31:14)

Bryan thinks he has what it takes to beat Raven in pop culture trivia! Will he succeed and win the $1,100 jackpot? (36:42)

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! Tuesday December 15: Christmas Wrapping

Every afternoon at 4:30pm you’re playing to win a $50 gift card to another store at Stamford Town Center so you can get some holiday shopping done.

Here was today’s question if you missed it. Another chance tomorrow afternoon.

Q: The average person buys nearly three of these every holiday season.

A: Rolls of wrapping paper

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Waitress Studying To Be A Nurse Gets Big Surprise During Her Shift

With so many restaurants and their staff struggling it’s always great to hear a story like this.

This one waitress named Gianna DiAngelo who works in Pennsylvania was completely shocked Saturday when a group paid their bill for $206 and then left her a $5,000 tip!!! And the best part of it all… she’s currently studying to be a nurse. What a great story all around.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How do igloos stay warm inside without melting?

When you think about it igloos shouldn’t work. A little hut made out of ice and snow in a very cold place that stays warm? But they do! Here’s how

Igloos are built out of bricks of ice. Unlike solid ice, which is a poor insulator for heat, all the compressed snow has more air pockets, making it a perfect insulator. All the cool air in an igloo goes to the bottom part and stays there. This means the upper area of the igloo remains warm. The heat is generated from body heat of the humans inside the igloo itself. Sometimes a small fire is use for heat as well.

Mind blowing! Eskimo life is the best.

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Is This How You Wrap A Gift?!

Whether it’s for a display or not, Raven isn’t thrilled with Anna’s wrapping job or bow placement…How do you wrap presents?