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THIS IS BIG(GBY): Longtime Local Bringing Biggby Coffee to Altoona
13 Jun 2023
News, Eau Claire
Brad Marek was born and raised in the Chippewa Valley, as were his parents and all four of his grandparents. With a lifelong love for the area and its community, Marek is ready to bring his appreciation to a whole new level by opening up a business for locals to enjoy.
“I’ve lived here my whole life, born and raised. I guess I’m what they call a ‘townie,’ ” Marek laughed. “If I can be on the giving end instead of the receiving end now that I’ve sort of found my way, I want to do what I can to give back to the community.”
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