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Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN

Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.

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Managing Editor · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 5:53 PM · 1 min read
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Twiggy, the water skiing squirrel — Estero Community news

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - This water skiing squirrel is part of a 50-year family tradition.The Best family conceived of the idea after they rescued a squirrel that was blown from its nest after a storm.One remote control boat, a willing squirrel, and lots of practice launched this amazing act.

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