Otter all terrain vehicle challenges Minnesota marshes
Andrew Wells of Bemidji State College unveils the Otter, a 1100 pound amphibious vehicle with two 16 inch tracks and a steering wheel control. It reaches 10 mph on land and 2 mph on water with a zero turning radius and can carry four passengers and 400 pounds of gear. Wells tests show it climbs over 50 degree slopes and traverses mud where others sink.
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Jerry Doggett
Minnesota
Earth
Wells
Andrew Wells
Bemidji State College
Bemidji
Carol
Bemidji State
Polaris
Harpings Blessings: Advice Over Gift Giving
The column praises giving guidance as a blessing, placing advice above material gifts. It argues thoughtful counsel can shape choices, aid futures, and reflect community care, contrasting it with transient presents. Local tone emphasizes practical wisdom from trusted neighbors.
Deaf Santa Brings Joy Through Sign Language Meeting
In Abilene Texas Santa converses with Tina Adams and her brother Tommy, both deaf or hard of hearing. The scene marks the first time Tina understands Santa and Tommy can communicate via sign language. Santa reveals he learned signing years ago and loves the moment.
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Abilene
Tex
Santa
Tina Adams
Tommy
Tina
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