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Meet the woman running in the SLC marathon dressed as a potato SALT LAKE CITY — After a nationwide search, the second ever “Speedy Spud” will race in the Salt Lake City Marathon dressed in a potato costume. Ainsley Chapman, an athlete and full-time engineer, was recently chosen to represent potato farmers across the U.S. A Taste of Tradition “Potatoes are an American classic. I have been eating them for as long as I have been living,” Chapman told ABC4....

A Unique Take on the Marathon: Ainsley Chapman, the Speedy Spud In an unexpected but delightful twist of athleticism and whimsy, Ainsley Chapman is set to run in the Salt Lake City Marathon, dressed as a potato. This isn’t just a quirky costume choice; it serves a marvelous purpose—representing potato farmers across the U.S. After a nationwide search for the “Speedy Spud,” Chapman was chosen, bringing the charm of potatoes to the forefront of fitness culture....

Wisconsin’s Certified Seed Potato Bill Clears State Senate In a unanimous decision, the Wisconsin State Senate advanced legislation designed to fortify the state’s certified seed potato regulations, crucial for safeguarding the region’s esteemed potato crop. Legislative Impact on Potato Crop Patrick Testin, the Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, shared insights on Senate Bill 164, which not only escalates fines from a mere $150 to a staggering $5,000 for violations but also imposes an additional $5,000 for every acre planted in violation....