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Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Walking every day whatever the weather
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Any exercise is better than no exercise, and one Sioux Falls man is sure to get in his steps whatever the weather. A lifelong sports fan, Sioux Falls resident Brad Green made the decision to get off the bench in 2022. He put on a pair of Air Jordan shoes and started walking, inspired by The Proclaimers' song 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)'. McCook Lake bill waits for panel action 'I've never really had an exercise plan so it was just something to do to be outside among the elements and just try something new, more or less,' Sioux Falls resident Brad Green said. He was also motivated by his girlfriend, Kym, who was training for a half-marathon at the time. 'Just had to keep up with her. She was going to be the runner, I was going to be the walker, so it was just kind of fun, little competitive edge there too,' Green said. Next Monday will mark Green's 1,000th consecutive days of walking outdoors, and much like this frigid day, the weather doesn't always cooperate. 'A year ago, we had that one blizzard and I got up at 7:00 a.m., it was 35-below wind chill and at 7:00 p.m. it was going to be 50-below wind chill. I was like, 'I better go now', so I put four layers of clothes on and walked around the block a couple times and called it good,' Green said. He walks wherever his travels take him, including a trip to Target Field in Minneapolis. 'I'm on their tradition wall, that was a gift from my family when they built the stadium, so it was nice to find my name on the wall, see the Kirby Puckett statue, see the Sid Hartman statue, stuff like that,' Green said. Green sends a selfie to about 30 family and friends each day to document his journey. 'He was a good manager, loyal, he was at every game and every practice for many, many years,' former Washington basketball coach Jim Trett said. Jim Trett is a retired high school basketball coach. Green was his student manager for three seasons at Washington. They were even inducted into the Warriors' Hall of Fame together in 2017, Green as a manager and for his unwavering support of Washington. Today, Trett and Green remain friends. 'It doesn't have to be hard, physical stuff, but it's something you can enjoy and something you'll keep doing. Too many people try to do too much and they quit, and so this is a really good thing, it's an inspiration, which is really cool,' Trett said. 'A lot of people are saying 'Brad, you inspire me'. I'm like, 'me? really? Brad Green? Maybe',' Green said. He's showing no signs of slowing down. 'Initially, it was 500 miles and then it was 1,000 miles to beat the song, then it was a year, but now I think I want to do all fifty states,' Green said. And he's bound to find some warmer weather. Green says he's even managed to lose a few pounds through walking. He currently averages about a mile per day, but says he'll hit 2,000 miles total sometime this spring. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBC
15-02-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Flags fly off store shelves in Ottawa as Trump's comments fuel wave of patriotism
Local stores are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing demand for Canadian flags as U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats against Canada have fuelled a surge in patriotism — just in time for National Flag of Canada Day. "I haven't seen Canadian flags sell like this," said Brad Green, owner of World of Maps on Wellington Street in Ottawa. Amid U.S. threats, the store has sold hundreds of flags and has had to restock to keep pace with sales. "Anything to do with a Canada flag is very popular," Green said. "When we ran out just this morning, we started printing flags on paper or on plastic, just to keep up." For some Canadians, flying the flag is more than an expression of national pride — it's an act of defiance, according to Carmen Celestini, a religious studies lecturer at the University of Waterloo. "I think that this year, of all years, this is an opportunity for Canadians to say we won't back down to this bully," she said. The patriotic response goes beyond flag-waving, with many Canadians choosing to show their frustration through economic decisions, Celestini said. "We're visualizing our pride of being Canadian through the flag, but we're also doing it with our wallets, by not traveling to the United States," she said, adding that consumers are also seeking out Canadian-made products. She believes the surge in flag sales is about more than a single event — it's about sending a message. Here's what a few residents in the city had to say about why they're buying and hanging up a flag. Erika Piper I heard about National Flag day on the radio so my husband and I decided to get one. The flag represents the sovereignty of Canada. Despite not being born in Canada, I really feel Canadian. Right now, I feel that our freedom, our sovereignty is being threatened. It's an upsetting situation but it feels good to see all of these flags out. Basically all Canadians are on board with this. Sue Gibb I grew up on a dairy farm near the Trenton air base in Quinte West, watching planes fly overhead and dreaming of joining the military. I served for 11 years to give back to this land and its people. I'm a really proud Canadian. I remember seeing the Red Ensign in school before Canada adopted its flag. When the new maple leaf flag appeared in our classroom, I thought, there's nothing like it anywhere else in the world. I fell in love with it, just as I already loved this country. For years, I've displayed a Canadian flag on my apartment balcony and am happy to see others take part. Now retired, I run a small business from home, and the flag helps guide customers to the right location. Jacques Drolet It's important to stand up, so I came out to buy a Canadian flag today. It's a way for me to stand up for my country in a peaceful, strong and symbolic way. When you travel and mention you're Canadian, everyone welcomes you. There's a reason for that. Beatriz Osorio I have immense respect and gratitude for Canada. I moved here from Colombia 23 years ago, and this country provided everything I needed to succeed — my career, my son, and a supportive community where I truly identify with Canadian values. Displaying the flag is my way of showing how much I care about this country and its identity. It symbolizes that — regardless of political views, race, or gender — we are all part of Canada. Speaking out about buying Canadian products and choosing to travel within Canada instead of the U.S. not only supports the economy but also demonstrates our unity — something we need now more than ever.
