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Santa Claus.  Polar bears.  One of America's most-iconic brands has tied a lot of it's advertising budget to the Christmas season in past.  However, this year - Coca Cola is noticeably absent.  The reason for the shift is a charitable one.

An asteroid that scientists said could threaten Earth’s atmosphere in 2036 is now believed to be substantially larger than previously stated. In fact, astronomers currently studying the dreaded, potential doomsday rock say asteroid 'Apophis' has officially been supersized by about 20 percent...

The winter season is the middle of Fire Season - according to officials with the Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross.  They've had a busy season so far, and want to remind Northlanders to practice fire safety.

Officials from the Northland Chapter Of The American Red Cross are responding to the needs of three adults who were displaced from their apartment, following a major fire that destroyed a Martin Road business.  The individuals lived upstairs of the auto body shop.