Friendly And Approachable?
Day: May 31, 2025
Let’s Be Honest…
Why Am I Like This?
Prom Night Heroics?
On May 17th, 2025, four high schoolers from Whitesboro High School in Marcy, New York (Aiden Kane, Morgan Randall, Donato Jellenich, and Tyler Sojda) were returning from their junior prom when they spotted a garage fire. Mistaking the orange glow for a bonfire at first, they quickly realized the danger and took action.
Kane alerted the family by shouting, “Your house is on fire!” as seen in cellphone footage, ensuring a father and his two daughters evacuated safely. Jellenich called 911, while Randall comforted the children, and Kane checked for pets inside.
Their quick response prevented the flames from reaching the main house, averting a potential tragedy. No one was injured, and the Maynard Fire Department Chief, Jared A. Pearl, praised their leadership and teamwork.
Kane, inspired by his father’s work in police and EMS, said the experience motivated him to help. The teens are being celebrated as heroes for their swift, selfless actions.
It’s Not A Milkshake?
McDonald’s avoids calling its shakes “milkshakes” because they don’t meet the strict legal or traditional definitions of a milkshake in some regions.
A true milkshake typically requires milk, ice cream, and flavoring, blended to a thick consistency. McDonald’s shakes, however, use a soft-serve base made from a mix that includes dairy but also stabilizers, emulsifiers and other ingredients to achieve a consistent texture and shelf life.
In some states, like Massachusetts, regulations define a milkshake as containing a minimum percentage of milkfat, which McDonald’s shakes may not always meet.
By calling them “shakes” instead, McDonald’s sidesteps potential legal issues or customer expectations about traditional milkshake standards. The term also aligns with their branding for a quick, dessert-like beverage that’s distinct from their McFlurry or other frozen treats. This naming choice reflects both regulatory compliance and marketing strategy to emphasize a unique product.
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