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Hamilton Spectator
7 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
PA Day Fun and Fire Safety: LaSalle Firefighters Invite You for Freezies and Family-Friendly Learning
Looking for a fun and free way to spend your PA Day? The LaSalle Fire Service is inviting families and community members to stop by for a cool treat and an important conversation about summer fire safety. On Friday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the LaSalle Fire Service headquarters, located at 1900 Normandy St., will open its doors to the public for a special community engagement event: Freezie with a Firefighter. Visitors of all ages are welcome to enjoy a freezie, tour the fire hall, explore a fire truck up close, and meet the firefighters who help keep the community safe year-round. 'Summer is a fun season, but it's important to ensure you and your family are safe while taking in all that the warm months have to offer,' said Fire Chief Ed Thiessen. 'Come on by, have a treat, and let's talk fire safety.' Firefighters will be on site to share tips and answer questions on a range of topics including: Children will also receive activity sheets and fire safety materials to take home, and families are encouraged to take photos during their visit. 'This event is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and become more familiar with our local emergency services,' Thiessen added. 'Building relationships with our community helps make LaSalle safer for everyone.' Whether you're stopping by for a freezie or a fire truck selfie, the LaSalle Fire Service looks forward to welcoming you. For more information, visit the LaSalle Fire Service website or follow them on social media for updates. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Winnipeg Free Press
03-06-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Gopher dynasty
Four years and three championships for Jackson Thiessen and the Garden City Gophers, who won yet another MHSAA Baseball Provincial Championship this past weekend. For the Grade 12 student, Thiessen has seen his team make it to at least the semifinals four years in a row, their only provincials loss coming last year against the Garden Valley Zodiacs in a tight 3-2 game. But the Gophers can't seem to stay away from gold for long, defeating the Steinbach Regional Sabres 13-1 at Stonewall Quarry Park on Saturday. Donnie Smith Photo Grade 12 Jackson Thiessen has three championships with the Garden City Gophers. 'I wanted to end it on a good note,' said Thiessen. 'Winning it all and to actually come out on top meant a lot more to me because it's my last year there, and it just makes the win so much more memorable.' Donnie Smith, who has been coaching with the Gophers for over 15 years, attributed the depth of his team to their success. 'We could juggle the lineup if I wanted to and feel comfortable with it,' said Smith. 'There's a threat at any hitting position. And then our pitching depth was probably a little stronger than most teams.' The bats were clearly hot, looking at their dominant 13-run win against Steinbach, but Smith also credited his team's defence — which was solid all weekend — as a key factor in their championship run. 'The confidence and ability to overcome obstacles and adversity with this group, and the leadership group has been awesome,' said Smith. 'We were down in the quarterfinal against (co-op) Birtle for a little bit, and there was really no panic that set in.' Donnie Smith Photo Garden City Gophers outfielder Jacob Chaytor For Smith, a big part of the season beyond capturing the championship was seeing the players grow closer as a group. 'For me, whether we won or lost, it was more about building a bit of friendship here, and having kids be involved with the program that have never played baseball before learn from our depth guys,' he said. Thiessen echoed that sentiment, saying team chemistry this year was off the charts. 'Everyone was super close,' said Thiessen. 'Even the guys that wouldn't get as much playing time were always loud on the bench… We were never down on ourselves, we were always picking each other up.' Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. Thiessen played a big role in the 2023 provincials, delivering a walk-off grand slam to win it all for the Gophers in his Grade 10 year, a moment he called one of his favourites with the team. Cassidy Dankochik / THE CARILLON Lincoln Carriere pitched a complete game for Garden City, allowing only two hits from the Steinbach Regional Sabres. 'Overall, as a team, I'd say my favourite part was just being able to hang out with the guys and have fun,' he added. The centre fielder will head west in the fall, committed to Okanagan College in B.C., where he'll continue his baseball career. The Gophers, who had 10 Grade 11 players this year, will hope to follow in Thiessen's footsteps and win it all in their final year next season to keep the dynasty going. Donnie Smith Photo Garden City Gophers pitcher Brennan Veldkamp
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chili's® Celebrates the '90s with TV Icon Tiffani Thiessen and New Margarita of the Month, The Radical 'Rita
Available for just $6 at Chili's locations nationwide throughout May, the brand's latest margarita campaign transports guests back to the 90's DALLAS, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chili's® Grill & Bar, the seller of more margaritas than any restaurant brand in the U.S., introduces the Radical 'Rita, a blast from the past in margarita form. The eye-catching margarita takes '90s nostalgia to the max this May with TV it girl Tiffani Thiessen raising a glass (and a themed swizzle stick) to Chili's newest margarita. Available at participating Chili's locations nationwide, the $6 Radical 'Rita is crafted with Lunazul® Blanco Tequila, Monin® Dragonfruit, a float of Blue Curaçao, House-Made Sour, and is garnished with a lime wedge and a collection of '90s-inspired swizzle sticks. Guests can use their swizzle sticks to transform the color of their margaritas right before their eyes as the brilliant pink and blue are swirled together to become a vibrant purple cocktail. A margarita as iconic as this one will have its share of fans, none more major than one of the biggest icons of the decade, Tiffani Thiessen. She stars in a video where she calmly demonstrates the Radical 'Rita's color-shifting capability while the rest of the Chili's guests around her are "attacked" by the '90s. Thiessen is no stranger to Chili's or mixing margaritas, so combining the two on camera in the name of the '90s was a natural fit. "Everyone knows me from my days on America's favorite '90s sitcom, but what they might not know is that I also love a great margarita – and some of my favorite early memories with my husband were made at Chili's," said actress Tiffani Thiessen. "Chili's really knows how to tap into the spirit of such an iconic decade — one I'm especially fond of — with their Radical 'Rita." The Radical 'Rita is the latest in Chili's Margarita of the Month program, a rotating offering of monthly margs that guests can enjoy every day at the low price of $6, first introduced in 2018. Chili's is committed to having the best value in the industry and offers something for everyone, whether it's holiday crowd pleasers like the Witches Brew Marg or Merry Maker Marg or plays on classic flavors like the Lemon Drop Marg. In fact, demand for the wallet-friendly $6 Margaritas of the Month and the rest of the brand's extended marg menu led to over 25 million margaritas being sold in 2024 alone. "At Chili's, we are constantly challenging ourselves to push creative boundaries – whether that's in the kitchen, in an advertising campaign, or in this case, behind the bar," said Jesse Johnson, Vice President of Marketing at Chili's. "We've taken a very on-trend flavor in Dragonfruit and are presenting it in a way our guests have never seen before through our $6 Margarita of the Month program – complete with a totally fresh '90s-style ad campaign." Throughout May, fans can see Thiessen and the Radical 'Rita on Peacock and streaming apps encouraging Chili's fans and margarita lovers alike to try a taste of the rad '90s. The campaign video is directed by Mike Diva, the creative mind most recently behind your favorite Saturday Night Live video shorts. For more information and to find a Radical 'Rita at a location near you this May, visit At participating locations only. Must be 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. About Chili's® Grill & Bar Hi, welcome to Chili's! We are a leader in the casual dining industry and the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT). We are known for our Big Mouth Burgers ®, Chicken Crispers®, full-on sizzling fajitas, and hand-shaken margaritas. We take our food seriously – but not ourselves – because dining out should feel like a celebration even if there is nothing to celebrate. Our passion is making everyone feel special, and every day, our ChiliHeads make it their job to spread #ChilisLove across almost 1,600 restaurants in 29 countries and 2 territories. And Chili's cares. We host local Give Back Events to support kids, education, and hunger and have raised more than $110 million benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through generous guest donations. Find more information about us at follow us on X or Instagram, like us on Facebook, or join us on TikTok. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Chili's Grill & Bar Sign in to access your portfolio
Fox News
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
'WHY WOULD YOU DOUBLE DOWN ON STUPID?': Marc Thiessen Weighs in on AOC's Potential Presidential Run
Marc Thiessen, Washington Post columnist, Fox News contributor, AEI fellow, and co-host of the podcast What the Hell Is Going On , joined The Guy Benson Show to assess the current state of the Democratic Party as AOC seems to eye a possible presidential run. Thiessen warned that the party's continued shift left, including elevating David Hogg's pact to primary incumbent Democrats, only highlights why Trump is back in office. Thiessen and Guy also detailed the uncovered internal friction between Biden, Obama, and Harris, and called out Democrats for their newfound concern over the rule of law amid the ongoing immigration crisis. Listen to the full interview below! Listen to the full interview below: Listen to the full podcast below:
Fox News
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Marc Thiessen Previews Trump's Address Tonight, Calls Trump the 'Best' Presidential Storyteller
Marc Thiessen, Washington Post columnist, Fox News contributor, and former chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush, joined The Guy Benson Show today to break down what goes into crafting a high-stakes address like Trump's upcoming joint session speech to Congress. Thiessen shared insights on how tonight's speech will compare to past presidential addresses, and Guy and Thiessen discussed speech 'decorum' and the Democrats' planned opposition to Trump's address. Thiessen also discussed the fallout from Trump and Zelensky's explosive meeting over the mineral deal, why it blew up in their faces, why the deal might not be dead just yet, and why Putin must agree to a ceasefire. Listen to the full interview below! Listen to the full interview: Listen to the full podcast:
