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May 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Legacy of a Duck Hunting Pioneer

Phil Robertson, the well-known face of the "Duck Dynasty" TV series, passed away at the age of 79. His son, Jase Robertson, confirmed the news on social media. The cause of death was not specified. The Robertson family is known for their duck hunting gear business, which served as the backdrop for their popular reality TV show. Robertson was born in Vivian, Lo...

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Mar 27 2025BUSINESS

A Legacy on Ice: The Future of Minnesota's Pioneer Dairy Queen

The oldest Dairy Queen in Minnesota is still waiting for a new owner. The Spratte family decided to sell their Dairy Queen on Broadway in Rochester, MN, in March 2024. This isn't just any Dairy Queen; it's a piece of history. LeRoy Spratte started it all back in 1947. He was from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and saw an opportunity in the soft-serve ice cream craze. He bought ...

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