Last Weekend for Free Ice Cold Water at Wisconsin State Fair
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
LAST WEEKEND FOR FREE ICE COLD WATER AT WISCONSIN STATE FAIR
WAUWATOSA, WI (AUGUST 8, 2014) The Salvation Army has served more than 60,000 cups of ice cold water since Wisconsin State Fair opened their gates last Thursday.
“Serving free ice cold water to fair goers is an opportunity for us to say thank you to so many who support our year round programs and services throughout the State of Wisconsin,” said Major Dan Jennings, Salvation Army Divisional Commander for Wisconsin & Upper Michigan.
The Salvation Army will be providing free ice cold water through Sunday, August 10th, 2104.
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