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Even the worst of rivalries can be forgotten over a bottle of beer. The 62-year-old former ice hockey player shared a gripping tale about how he played host to his rival team, the Russians, during the Cold War when tensions between nations were frostier than an ice hockey rink. 

In a recent interview with Spittin’ Chiclets, ice hockey icon, Wayne Gretzky, shared his iconic rendezvous off the rink in defiance of the KGB’s strict no-alcohol policy. This unveils the human side of international rivalries and Gretzky’s tale tells a narrative of pulling off a risk for the sake of friendship and camaraderie.  

Gretzky’s daring covert dinner escapade

In 1984, the former NHL player Gretzky got an opportunity to meet the Russian team, sparking…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – January 15th was the 3rd Annual Hunger to Hope silent auction and banquet for the Bridge Ministries Food Pantry.

They raised over $150 thousand dollars to continue their mission of feeding families and changing lives.

All of the proceeds will go towards a new building and programs that The Bridge Ministries are trying to launch.

They say that after Hunger to Hope, they hope to restart their health clinic and after school tutoring.

The Bridge Ministries has been dedicated to serving families in Brazos Valley since 2010. They serve 75 to100 families on a weekly basis by providing food, diapers, and essential household items and by sharing the love and support of someone who cares.

You help them to continue in their mission of “Feeding Families and Changing Lives”…