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Issue #014 · March 21, 2026
32 Years, One Chair, Zero Ads
How Ray Muñoz built the most loyal barbershop in Idaho Falls by never trying to grow. Plus: the green chile at Morenita's is legit, Foreigner plays Wednesday, and we need you to settle the best burger debate.
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