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This week on What’s Up Big Rapids, we're squeezing the show in early before one of the busiest weeks of the summer.
Chris is headed off for his 20th straight year serving with Through the Roof Disability Ministry, Pat is filling his calendar with golf outings, and Big Rapids is packed with events as we head toward Independence Day.
Our guests are Jennifer Thede and Bonnie Clark from TNR Mecosta, who share the incredible story behind their Trap-Neuter-Return program and the impact they've had on the local cat population over the last decade.
Plus: ArtStock, AirFest, concerts, fairs, fireworks, and a surprisingly passionate discussion about ear wax.
0:00 – Intro & welcome
1:11 – Recording early for a packed week ahead
3:15 – Through the Roof camp, audiobooks, and windshield time 🚐
4:54 – Pat's charity golf marathon ⛳
6:50 – Featured Creature: Super Pastel Ball Python 🐍
9:45 – Thanks to Tyler Schuberg
10:15 – Guest intro: Jennifer Thede & Bonnie Clark (TNR Mecosta) 🐱
11:40 – What is Trap-Neuter-Return?
13:45 – Nearly 1,500 cats helped in 10 years
15:10 – How locations are selected
16:30 – Bonnie's journey into TNR
18:55 – Wiener Wednesdays at the Sawmill 🌭
20:45 – Why this mission matters
22:20 – One cat can become 11,000 😳
23:25 – How to get involved
26:20 – Scooter's fundraiser on June 30 ☕
27:15 – Monthly meetings and volunteer opportunities
27:45 – New menu items at Gypsy Nickel 🍜
28:29 – Admiral stations become Citgo locations ⛽
29:40 – The pool is open! 🏊
30:55 – Theater update: Toy Story 5 & Spider-Man 🎬
32:10 – Bandshell concerts every Wednesday 🎶
33:10 – Hand of Giants at Pocket Park & ArtStock 🎸
34:00 – ArtStock nearly sold out 🎨
37:15 – Tennis in the Park 🎾
37:35 – AirFest at Roben-Hood Airport ✈️
39:10 – Mecosta County Free Fair update 🎡
40:50 – July 3rd celebration & fireworks 🇺🇸
42:00 – Special Olympics garage sale & ice cream social 🍦
42:53 – Chris vs ear wax 😄
45:00 – Will Cottage Inn open this week? 🍕
47:30 – Thanks to TNR and Jeremiah
48:05 – World Cup excitement ⚽
50:45 – Next week: our favorite librarian returns 📚
51:15 – Outro & goodbye
#WhatsUpBigRapids#BigRapidsMI#SupportLocal#CommunityStrong#SummerInBigRapids
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By What's Up Big RapidsThis week on What’s Up Big Rapids, we're squeezing the show in early before one of the busiest weeks of the summer.
Chris is headed off for his 20th straight year serving with Through the Roof Disability Ministry, Pat is filling his calendar with golf outings, and Big Rapids is packed with events as we head toward Independence Day.
Our guests are Jennifer Thede and Bonnie Clark from TNR Mecosta, who share the incredible story behind their Trap-Neuter-Return program and the impact they've had on the local cat population over the last decade.
Plus: ArtStock, AirFest, concerts, fairs, fireworks, and a surprisingly passionate discussion about ear wax.
0:00 – Intro & welcome
1:11 – Recording early for a packed week ahead
3:15 – Through the Roof camp, audiobooks, and windshield time 🚐
4:54 – Pat's charity golf marathon ⛳
6:50 – Featured Creature: Super Pastel Ball Python 🐍
9:45 – Thanks to Tyler Schuberg
10:15 – Guest intro: Jennifer Thede & Bonnie Clark (TNR Mecosta) 🐱
11:40 – What is Trap-Neuter-Return?
13:45 – Nearly 1,500 cats helped in 10 years
15:10 – How locations are selected
16:30 – Bonnie's journey into TNR
18:55 – Wiener Wednesdays at the Sawmill 🌭
20:45 – Why this mission matters
22:20 – One cat can become 11,000 😳
23:25 – How to get involved
26:20 – Scooter's fundraiser on June 30 ☕
27:15 – Monthly meetings and volunteer opportunities
27:45 – New menu items at Gypsy Nickel 🍜
28:29 – Admiral stations become Citgo locations ⛽
29:40 – The pool is open! 🏊
30:55 – Theater update: Toy Story 5 & Spider-Man 🎬
32:10 – Bandshell concerts every Wednesday 🎶
33:10 – Hand of Giants at Pocket Park & ArtStock 🎸
34:00 – ArtStock nearly sold out 🎨
37:15 – Tennis in the Park 🎾
37:35 – AirFest at Roben-Hood Airport ✈️
39:10 – Mecosta County Free Fair update 🎡
40:50 – July 3rd celebration & fireworks 🇺🇸
42:00 – Special Olympics garage sale & ice cream social 🍦
42:53 – Chris vs ear wax 😄
45:00 – Will Cottage Inn open this week? 🍕
47:30 – Thanks to TNR and Jeremiah
48:05 – World Cup excitement ⚽
50:45 – Next week: our favorite librarian returns 📚
51:15 – Outro & goodbye
#WhatsUpBigRapids#BigRapidsMI#SupportLocal#CommunityStrong#SummerInBigRapids