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TMJ4 Meteorologist 🌤📺☕ | @valpoU Alum | Chicago Southside Irish | (he/him) | #wiwx

Milwaukee, WI
Joined February 2013
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Brendan Johnson
2 months
VIDEO: Rotating wall cloud on that earlier tornado-warned storm in Milwaukee. This video was taken from the Pick n' Save on Howell Ave - right across from Oak Creek High School. Our thanks to Meghan B. for sharing this with @tmj4 . #wiwx
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10 months
Flamingos...in WISCONSIN? Yep - spotted at South Beach in Port Washington. 📽️: Robert Schmidt #wiwx
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2 years
Milwaukee is so cool. That’s it. That’s the tweet. 😎
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2 years
The storms & #sunset over Wisconsin's Capital city. #wiwx @spann 📸: Kirby Wright | Madison, WI
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WALL OF RAIN — Video from Pier 290 in Williams Bay shows a tornado warned storm moving over Geneva Lake. This is why no one would’ve been able to see a tornado — the storm was producing tons of rainfall. Our thanks to Sheri V. for sharing this video with @tmj4 #wiwx
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3 years
Caught in a tornado -- outside of Boscobel, WI Glad to know Alyssa D. & others were okay - only a crack in the windshield from the flying debris. #wiwx
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2 years
CLOSE CALL ⚡️- Lightning strike a little too close for comfort in Stoughton. Video: Lauren Southern #wiwx #lightning @spann
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2 years
I didn’t go far! 🙂 My new home is Milwaukee & @tmj4 ! I start September 19th as Storm Team 4’s newest meteorologist. I’m excited to work alongside @BrianNizTMJ4 , @MarisaWoloszyn , @KristenWeather , @BrianGotter & the entire team at TMJ4! #wiwx
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2 months
Hi Everyone, Tonight, we've got people with no power as well as hail/wind damage. Was it inconvenient to run over the last 2min of The Voice? Yes. Was it a "stupid decision"? Never. The safety of our viewers ALWAYS takes precedence over entertainment programming.
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3 years
A look at the enormous mesocyclone on the Boscobel tornado-warned cell. We can't see behind the hills, but this did put down a confirmed tornado. #wiwx 📸: Michael Feran
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Hoping 28 is a great year 🥳
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
It was all once a childhood dream. I’m beyond grateful for the village that helped me turn it into a career 🥹 Celebrating 6 years in TV today.
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10 months
Another Waterspout -- quite the sight, yet very dangerous for mariners on the Lake. This was seen at Wind Point near 3 mile Road. Our thanks to Ariel A. for allowing us to share these photos! #wiwx @NWSMilwaukee
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3 years
Fall colors are in at Wisconsin's Devil's Lake State Park #wiwx #fallcolors @spann 📸: Candi Davirro
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1 month
The @tmj4 Storm Chaser couldn’t be more decked out for the Milwaukee Pride Parade! We had a blast! special S/O to the ultimate hype team - the MKE Dancing Grannies! 🏳️‍🌈
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2 years
TO: FLORIDA FROM: WISCONSIN *gift tag reads - Ope! couldn't get ya a kringle, so here's some cold.* #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Waiting for this snow to taper off before updating totals. In the meantime, I thought this might cover it... #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Stunning #sunset on this #Thanksgiving in Lake Mills, WI -- this was taken from Rock Lake. Our thanks to Denise Fredrickson-Schroeder! #wiwx @spann
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4 months
To be honest, I’m not very excited about next year’s number 🙃😆 But I’m grateful to be here and very thankful for all the well wishes - my family, friends, coworkers and YOU are the best ☺️
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10 months
WEDNESDAY MORNING -- Another video of the waterspout seen near Racine earlier today. Our thanks to Emily Piehler for this video! #wiwx @tmj4
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
So...what say YOU? 👀 #wiwx
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1 year
Milwaukee at night + Light snow 🤌🏼 *chef’s kiss* #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
6 months
✅Drove the Storm Chaser like a pro ✅ Braved the elements for a couple live shots ✅ Helped push an stranded SUV out of a snow drift Not all heroes wear capes or are in front of the camera. @tmj4 Photographer Ariel Campos was the best partner you could ask for today! 💪🏼
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10 months
Photos of a Waterspout over Lake Michigan from Downtown #Milwaukee . Taken Wednesday morning around 8:30 a.m. Our thanks to Joe Boucher for these photos. #wiwx @tmj4 @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
STUNNING: Sunrise over Wisconsin's Devil's Lake State Park this Saturday morning☀️ #wiwx #sunrise @spann
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Brendan Johnson
10 months
WATERSPOUT SIGHTED near #Milwaukee Showers/storms on the lake are capable of producing waterspouts. These don't much of a threat to land, but mariners near the shore should get OFF the water. 📷: Nathan Meyer #wiwx @tmj4
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1 year
6 Months has sure flown by ✈️ So glad to call Milwaukee home 🏠
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
We live in an amazing place ☺️ #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
I’ve worked on 📺 with the best around. I count Marisa among them! Her passion & presence will be dearly missed @tmj4 & on StormTeam 4. Getting to do the work you love at home is a career milestone. Congrats @MarisaWoloszyn ! We’re rooting for you! 🥹
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Brendan Johnson
7 months
The vacation beard is coming in nicely. 💪🏼 Missing my Wisconsin peeps, but if you folks don’t mind, I’m gonna pass on those single-digit wind chills/snow. 😂 I have a few more days of Florida sunshine to enjoy ☀️ See you all soon!
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1 year
Best Wishes Green Bay. From your DEAR friends in Milwaukee & southern Wisconsin ❤️😂 @tmj4 @NBC26 #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
When the snow is deep & your legs are short.... That didn't stop Pippy the Corgi in Middleton! #wiwx 📹: Marsha Van Domelen @nbc15_madison
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Brendan Johnson
4 years
WOW! Beautiful Boxing Day #sunrise from Wisconsin's Governor Nelson State Park. Our thanks to Chris Draves! #wiwx @nbc15_madison @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
Good Morning! 👋🏼 🌅 I was shown where the coffee machine is & that’s all I needed! 😂🤣 I’m so grateful for my wonderful team. They spent this past week getting me all trained up & ready. My first weekend morning newscast is underway! #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Happy Birthday @KristenWeather ! Kristen is a great meteorologist & she's wonderful at sharing her passion for science with so many kids. #wiwx @tmj4
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3 years
Sun Dog Sighting! This was taken over Eastman, WI Friday morning. Best I've seen since being in Wisconsin. #wiwx @nbc15_madison @spann
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Double #rainbow spotted after the rain in Stoughton, WI Sunday evening. Our thanks to Andy Gehrke for this photo! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Eerie sight over Wisconsin's Capitol as severe storms rolled through early Thursday morning. #wiwx 📹: Rene Mirabal
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
So glad I call this place Home. 🏡 Happy 414 Day, Milwaukee!
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3 years
Wisconsin Today: #wiwx
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3 years
Another incredible video of the lightning over Madison, WI last night. This is looking NW towards the @UWMadison campus & the Memorial Union Terrace. Our thanks to Max Devine! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
STUNNING #sunset among the fields in Janesville, WI last night. Our thanks to Andy Gehrke for this snapshot! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
The GUILT.
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
The Racing Sausages are here! Gotta hand over my weather clicker to Brat! @Brewers #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Enjoying the sunrise at Grant Park this morning! It’s chilly, but we’ll warm back into the 50s this afternoon. Rain is on the way tomorrow. Forecast: #wiwx @tmj4
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
THROUGH HIS LENS: Wisconsin videographer @TheSamLi has been sharing Wisconsin’s beauty with people all over the world. I had the chance to tag along for a shoot in Milwaukee & see what sets him apart - check out the story: #wiwx #milwaukee
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1 year
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
BITTERSWEET -- Sad to say goodbye on-air last night, but there are exciting things right around the corner! Stay tuned! I'll see you on NBC15 one last time this Wednesday ☺️
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Brendan Johnson
8 months
Uncle Brendan reporting for duty 🫡
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1 year
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1 year
Nice to have Mom & Dad visit yesterday. They treated me to a very nice lunch ☺️
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Brendan Johnson
8 months
Even bald eagles love a little Wisconsin snow...🦅 📷: Helen Odat - Kenosha, WI #wiwx @tmj4 @spann
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Brendan Johnson
4 months
So I walked into work and…. 😆
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Tornado SPOTTED -- Gary Sullivan caught this funnel eventually touch the ground outside Mineral Point on County Road D. #wiwx @NWSMilwaukee
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Brendan Johnson
9 months
In middle school, I’d stop making dinner to watch the weather on TV. And after watching this guy - I knew it’s what I wanted to do. A huge congrats to @Skilling on his upcoming retirement & for a distinguished 45 years at WGN.
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
🧵*STAY TUNED* I’M GRADUATING FROM NBC15! My last day at WMTV is August 31st. (1/5) #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Weather Team Assemble 🥲
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
I've updated Friday night's snow forecast... Seems like the vibe.
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Happy #nationalweatherpersonsday ☀️ 🌧️ 🌈 I’ve been lucky to work alongside some incredible meteorologists over the years. A very happy Weatherperson’s Day to them & all of the hard-working meteorologists across the nation 🤓
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Brendan Johnson
2 months
She's a one-of-kind meteorologist, coworker & Friend -- Happy Birthday @KristenWeather !! @tmj4
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
SNOWY Owls -- Spotted before some afternoon snow in Madison, WI 📸: Mike Repyak #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Sunday Sunrise over Lake Michigan from Racine, Wisconsin #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Smoke from Canadian wildfires leading to a vibrant #sunset across the Midwest. Thanks to Dave Farnsworth in Janesville, WI for this photo. #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Wishing everyone a happy #NationalGoldenRetrieverDay 🐕 6 Goldens have been apart of the Johnson Family since 1997. We love them!
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
SWEATA WEATHA has arrived. #wiwx Also - @nbc15_madison has a TikTok 🤣
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
What a beautiful #sunset from Wisconsin's Lake Kegonsa State Park this evening! Our thanks to Andy Gehrke for this lovely photo! #wiwx @nbc15_madison @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
ICY, YET STUNNING -- Sunrise over Wisconsin's Lake Mendota this Tuesday morning. ☀️ 📸: Ty Jury #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Happy Birthday, @BrianNizTMJ4 !
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3 years
Frosty #sunrise in Cambridge, WI this morning. We'll see it again tomorrow. Thanks to Julie Anderson for the photo! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
6 months
I look about as rough as it felt 🤣 I’d call it blizzard-like conditions in Fredonia #wiwx
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Brian Niznansky
6 months
Our guy @WxBrendan out in the elements ! Great job
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Took a stroll & visited city hall for the first time. What a view!
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
TWO MONTHS at TMJ4 News And they’ve flown by! ✈️ So grateful to call Milwaukee & Wisconsin home 🏡 #wiwx
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9 months
Help. I’m trapped 🤣
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1 year
Me and my bad hairdo made it home safe & sound! I’m ready for some 🍷 #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
Sun rays behind the clouds over Madison's @AlliantECenter last night. Our thanks to Amy Muir for this incredible photo! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
That’s all folks! Signing off in Madison with a send off from the best team around. I couldn’t be more grateful. 🥹 Thanks for everything. I won’t forget my Madison family ☺️ The journey continues…
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1 year
Today is #SafePlaceSelfie Day! It's so important to know where to go when severe weather strikes. The @tmj4 staff took a field trip to our basement. More than 150 people work at the station & it's nice to know we can fit everyone down here! @NWSMilwaukee #wiwx
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2 years
LOVE this #sunrise from Sun Prairie, WI the other day... #wiwx
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1 year
What a fantastic weekend ☀️ ⛵️ Hope you’re enjoying it! #wiwx peep @sarahrosemcgrew
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
A beautiful #sunrise captured this morning over Wisconsin's Devil's Lake State Park. These never get old! @WDNR @spann #wiwx
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Brendan Johnson
3 years
As a Valpo alum, I really hope marketing is looking at these designs & tie in the chapel. Best designs I’ve seen thus far. 👏🏼 👏🏼
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Bryan Flynn
3 years
Calling this week-long personal #Valpo logo project complete. Huge thanks to all of the folks who've connected about the sketch I posted earlier. I hope this work resonates with you, too. All 8 slides are in this thread. Intro and inspo in this post, more stuff in the next. (1/2)
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1 year
First Wisconsin State Fair! 🥳 See you on TV at Noon!
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3 years
Bald Eagle spotted near Jefferson, Wisconsin - Probably enjoying our warm temperatures today. 😎 📸: Jeff Seisser #wiwx @nbc15_madison @spann
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2 years
Simply Stunning. 🌅 Friday's #sunrise over Wisconsin's Capital City. #wiwx @spann
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2 years
🌲TREE TOPPER⭐️ -- The Moon looked bright in that clear sky a couple nights ago. Sure made for a nice photo - our thanks to Scott Marrese-Wheeler!
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2 years
Don't see THIS Everyday -- A White Buck was spotted just south of Eagle River, WI the other day. Thanks to Dan Pribich for this photo!
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
A Snowy Night in Cudahy, WI Thanks to Sarah DeSalvo for this photo! #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
FAIL: I still don’t quite get Microsoft Outlook. 💀🙃 What I wanted to do: Copy events into another calendar to be more organized. 💼 What I ACTUALLY did: Duplicated events and re-invited HUNDREDS of people to events that already existed. 🤦🏼‍♂️ 🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️
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4 years
The sun breaks through the clouds over Wisconsin's Lake Waubesa. It's been awhile since we've seen this much sunshine near Madison! 📸: Cheri Liechty #wiwx @nbc15_madison @spann
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5 months
I’ve been lucky to work on three amazing weather teams! 💪🏼 Happy National Weatherperson’s Day to all my fellow meteorologists out there!
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Brendan Johnson
7 months
Merry Christmas from Harley! She looks so kind & sweet… …But if you even try to pet another dog, she moves in to stop that REAL quick. 🛑 ✋🏼💀😆
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3 years
Spring in Wisconsin 🌷- the Pelicans (and fishermen) have arrived on the Wisconsin River. Our thanks to Laura Engelke who grabbed this photo near the Prairie du Sac/Sauk City Dam. #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 years
Officially Official 🤓 #NewProfilePic
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Brendan Johnson
2 months
Happy Friday! Coffee field trips are my favorite. It’s sunny & quiet so @SymoneTV & @TMJ4Tom tagged along! 🚗 ☕️
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Brendan Johnson
1 year
Roads - Not Great But glad to have made it home safe & sound 🏡 Snow continues overnight. @MarisaWoloszyn has you covered in the morning. See you tomorrow! 👋🏼
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Brendan Johnson
6 months
Parking the Storm Chaser soon & headed home, but wanted to let you know that @TMJ4Tom , our amazing TMJ4 crew & I will have you covered tomorrow morning from 5-7am. #wiwx @tmj4
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1 year
W🌞W - Sunday's sunrise timelapse over Lake Michigan from Port Washington, WI #wiwx @spann
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Brendan Johnson
2 months
Remember the reason for today.🇺🇸 I remember my great uncle John Connolly who was stationed on The Spence. It was lost in Typhoon Cobra near the Philippines on December 18, 1944.
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