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In Vergas, dashing dachshunds go paw to paw in ‘Running of the Wieners’

In Vergas, dashing dachshunds go paw to paw in ‘Running of the Wieners’

Vergas is home to the world’s largest loon statue. So, it’s only fitting that its yearly celebration called “Looney Days” pays tribute to the moniker by amping the “loony” up all the way to 11. And this past Saturday was no different as the 12th annual “Running of the Wieners” took place with its biggest field of competitors to date.  

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'Early mover' in Feeding Our Future scam sentenced to 28 years

'Early mover' in Feeding Our Future scam sentenced to 28 years

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New York Polyphony brings a hopeful view of the future on its 10th recording

New York Polyphony brings a hopeful view of the future on its 10th recording

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Craig Phillips talks about New York Polyphony’s latest recording that has been 20 years in the making and features over 480 years of vocal music. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!

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A musical tribute to Melissa and Mark Hortman

A musical tribute to Melissa and Mark Hortman

At 8 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 6, the Hortmans’ children, Colin and Sophie, joined The Current’s Morning Show to share songs and stories that embody their parents’ spirit and memory.