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Jelissa Burns

Appleton

Personal Finance Reporter at The Post-Crescent

Personal finance reporter for @USATODAY-Wisconsin/ @postcrescent | previously worked for @sheboyganpress as a business reporter

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  • 1 week ago | postcrescent.com | Jelissa Burns

    Mother's Day is on Sunday, May 11 this year and several establishments in the area are offering events that celebrate mothers. A meal is one of the best ways to show your appreciation for someone, and if you don't feel like cooking, visiting a restaurant might be the next best thing. Whether you're looking for a buffet or just a sit down meal, the following Fox Valley restaurants are serving Mother's Day meals on Sunday. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

  • 1 week ago | greenbaypressgazette.com | Jelissa Burns

    Sofreh Eatery was nominated for Best Bites by a Green Bay Press-Gazette reader. The cafe's owners are originally from Iran and aim to bring Persian culture to De Pere. Hadi Khademi, his daughter Dena Khademi and his wife Ida Motaffaf opened Sofreh Eatery with the goal to share their culture with as many people as possible. Dena said the inspiration for the restaurant, which opened in February 2024 at 353 Main Ave. in De Pere, came from her mother.

  • 1 week ago | postcrescent.com | Jelissa Burns

    We asked readers of the Appleton Post-Crescent to share their favorite brunch restaurants in honor of April being national brunch month. Although the month-long holiday has come to an end, brunch can be enjoyed all-year-round. While readers praised several locations around town, one kept floating to the top. Here's what to know. Readers say Uncle Mike's Food Emporium has the best brunch in the area3860 W. Wisconsin Ave., Grand Chute; 920-278-2280Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

  • 1 week ago | postcrescent.com | Jelissa Burns

    The 12th annual Mile of Music festival, a four day free-attendance music festival along College Avenue between Lawrence Memorial Chapel and Spats in Appleton, will be held from July 31 to Aug. 3 this year. The festival will feature over 200 musical acts across 40 host venues and stages and an estimated total of 650 live music sets.

  • 1 week ago | thenorthwestern.com | Jelissa Burns

    The 12th annual Mile of Music festival, a four day free-attendance music festival along College Avenue between Lawrence Memorial Chapel and Spats in Appleton, will be held from July 31 to Aug. 3 this year. The festival will feature over 200 musical acts across 40 host venues and stages and an estimated total of 650 live music sets.

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Jelissa Burns
Jelissa Burns @burns_jelissa
10 Aug 23

Same paper new beat! I’ll be the Post Crescent’s newest food and drink reporter. Feel free to send any tips or suggestions! https://t.co/Vb5oHC9MMq

Jelissa Burns
Jelissa Burns @burns_jelissa
23 May 23

Looking for any Costco or Sam’s Club members willing to speak with me about why they chose to shop at those stores and why they prefer one over the other!

Jelissa Burns
Jelissa Burns @burns_jelissa
13 Feb 23

RT @karlwebert: Is Kwik Trip a good grocery store alternative? For some items, yes. Here's how prices compare https://t.co/fEtKs3aZwj via @…