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Yahoo
27-05-2025
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What you need to know before you go: May 27, 2025
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Here are the top headlines from this morning. Fleet Farm honored service members with Taps Across America. Fleet Farm honoring Memorial Day with Taps Across America A Sergeant Bluff cemetery has unveiled a memorial for veterans. New veterans memorial unveiled in Sergeant Bluff High schools in Sioux City will hold graduations ceremonies this week. 2025 graduation ceremonies for Sioux City Community School District Check out these headlines and more in the video above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
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Local organizations take part in ‘Taps Across America'
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – The familiar tune of 'Taps' cut through the Memorial Day air this afternoon throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Appleton's Fleet Farm was one of the locations participating in 'Taps Across America.' 'Memories are sometimes sad, but sometimes they can be joyful,' said Jill Quigley who played 'Taps' at the Appleton Fleet Farm location this afternoon. 'I hope it gives them a sense of peace by listening to that very important tune.' 'Taps Across America' began in 2020 as a way to honor fallen veterans on Memorial Day without having to gather in large groups. Retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva was one of the people who started 'Taps Across America.' Quick response after kayaks overturn on Fox River, no injuries reported People from all over the country participate in 'Taps Across America' at 3 p.m. local time each Memorial Day. It's a moment to reflect on the importance and true meaning of the holiday. 'Those notes mean so much to so many people and it means a lot to me to be able to play them,' Quigley said. 'Yeah sometimes I make people cry, but I know it's a good cry and it's a very meaningful way that I can offer my services.' Several veterans showed up to the 'Taps Across America' event at Fleet Farm in Appleton. Among them was Richard Forrest who was in the U.S. Navy. 'When I hear 'Taps' I think of all the people who have died,' he told Local 5 News after the ceremony. 'I was in during the Vietnam War and a few of my buddies got killed during Vietnam. God bless them and I hope God took them directly to Heaven.' Overnight car thefts reported on Neenah's east side, Police seeking suspects The Appleton event also included a color guard and the singing of the national anthem. Fleet Farm partnered with 'Taps for Veterans' to make this happen on Monday afternoon. 'Thank God for this country, because I've been in other countries that you wouldn't want to be in,' Forrest added. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
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Local Fleet Farm participates in Taps Across America on Memorial Day
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – On Memorial Day, Fleet Farm stores across the Midwest and northeast Wisconsin joined the national Taps Across America tribute to honor fallen U.S. service members. At exactly 3 p.m., a bugler at each participating store performed 'Taps' following a moment of silence, inviting customers and community members to pause and reflect during the National Moment of Remembrance. A local musician from De Pere, Jill Quigley, was honored to participate in the event, playing 'Taps' and singing the Star Spangled Banner at Fleet Farm in front of residents and veterans. Northeast Wisconsin communities honor fallen service members on Memorial Day The event, in partnership with Taps for Veterans, marked Fleet Farm's fourth year participating in the tribute. Many visitors gathered outside their local stores to listen and pay their respects. 'This event allows communities to come together in remembrance of our fallen service members. We're honored to be part of preserving this important tradition,' said Fleet Farm President Nick Widi. In addition to the tribute, veterans and active-duty military members received an extra 10% off their purchases in recognition of their service. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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Fleet Farm honoring Memorial Day with Taps Across America
(KCAU) — A department store with a location in Siouxland will be honoring service members this Memorial Day. On Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, Fleet Farm will be hosting their 'Fleet Farm Salutes Taps Across America.' 'This event allows communities across the country to come together in remembrance of our fallen service members on Memorial Day. We're deeply moved by our customers' enthusiasm to participate in this tribute and preserve its vital legacy,' said Fleet Farm President Nick Widi. The event starts with a moment of silence at 3 p.m. followed by a bugler playing taps. Additionally, military servicemen and veterans will be given 10% off their purchase that day. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-04-2025
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Tips on picking up chicks at Fleet Farm
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It's a topic at the forefront of many people's minds, the price of eggs. And with Easter this weekend, a holiday that sports eggs as part of its symbolism, some people are taking matters into their own hands. You can tell Easter is near, when the chicks are here. At the Fleet Farm in Sioux Falls, it's the first year of having chicks. Potential buyer talks moving TikTok to South Dakota 'I know other Fleet Farms were doing, I believe last year, and so, they did really well last year. And so they went ahead and open it up for more stores. And other stores are doing ducks as well. But our fleet farm, because this is our first year, we're only doing the chicks,' Fleet Farm Sales Manager, Amy Packham said. While it's their first year, the chicks have been a hot commodity. 'People were lining up at 6:30 a.m., even though we only open at seven, and there was a line of at least by the time we started selling them, there was like a line of 56 people. There was a lot of people. They brought lawn chairs. They were ready to go for these chickens,' Fleet Farm part time sales member, Rebecca Loehrer said. One of the possible reasons that chicks are flying off the shelves, is because of how expensive eggs have gotten. 'I think a lot of people they're wanting to just try and lower their cost. So they're not spending the $9 a carton of eggs. Instead, they can get a $4 chicken. And in a couple of months, they'll have as many eggs as they need,' Packham said. But there's some important things you should know before you go pick up some chicks. 'Do your research. Make sure that you have everything you need from, like, the bedding, enclosure, food, water, electrolytes for the water so that they stay healthy,' Loehrer said. If the chicks sell out this weekend, don't worry, they'll be available at fleet farm until September. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
