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7 Brew fidget toy giveaway causing traffic problems - WPTA

A promotional giveaway of squishy fidget toys at 7 Brew Coffee locations has caused significant traffic congestion across multiple states. In Fort Wayne, the Fort Wayne Police Department issued a traffic advisory to manage the crowds. Similar disruptions occurred at Milwaukee-area locations and in Ames, where traffic backed up on Lincoln Way. The event, linked to a Labor Day promotion and referred to as Jackpot Day, has drawn large crowds of fans seeking the exclusive toys.

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  • ✓ 7 Brew Coffee is giving away squishy fidget toys.
  • ✓ The giveaway has caused traffic problems at multiple 7 Brew locations.
  • ✓ The Fort Wayne Police Department issued a traffic advisory due to the giveaway.
  • ✓ Crowds and traffic were reported at 7 Brew locations in the Milwaukee area.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 9 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Reports now confirm traffic disruptions across multiple cities including Fort Wayne, Milwaukee, and Ames.

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  1. 7 Brew squishy toy giveaways trigger widespread traffic congestion

    A promotional giveaway of squishy fidget toys at 7 Brew Coffee locations has caused significant traffic congestion across multiple states. In Fort Wayne, the Fort Wayne Police Department issued a traffic advisory to manage the crowds. Similar disruptions occurred at Milwaukee-area locations and in Ames, where traffic backed up on Lincoln Way. The event, linked to a Labor Day promotion and referred to as Jackpot Day, has drawn large crowds of fans seeking the exclusive toys.

    Why it matters

    The promotion involves NeeDoh fidget toys, which have become highly sought after. The high demand has led to long lines at coffee shops and subsequent listings for the items on eBay.

    What is confirmed

    • 7 Brew Coffee is giving away squishy fidget toys.
    • The giveaway has caused traffic problems at multiple 7 Brew locations.
    • The Fort Wayne Police Department issued a traffic advisory due to the giveaway.
    • Crowds and traffic were reported at 7 Brew locations in the Milwaukee area.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The giveaway is referred to as Jackpot Day.
    • The exclusive toys are being sold on eBay.
    • Traffic backed up on Lincoln Way in Ames due to the event.

    What to watch next

    • Police reports on any accidents caused by the congestion
    • Official statements from 7 Brew regarding crowd control
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. WANE 15 — FWPD issues traffic advisory amid squishy toy giveaway at 7 Brew Coffee
    2. wisn.com — Squishy toy giveaway draws crowds, traffic at Milwaukee-area 7 Brew locations
    3. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — 7 Brew Coffee fans turn out in droves for Labor Day squishy giveaway
    4. koamnewsnow.com — 7Brew traffic alert on Doh “Jackpot Day; All 7Brew locations
    5. WPTA | 21Alive | Fort Wayne, IN — 7 Brew fidget toy giveaway causing traffic problems
    6. KCCI — Traffic backs up on Lincoln Way as drivers flock to Ames coffee shop for exclusive squishy toy
    7. cowboyswire.usatoday.com — What is a NeeDoh? 7 Brew giveaway triggers long lines, eBay sales
    8. www.21alivenews.com — First Alert Forecast: Midweek heat & humidity
    9. www.21alivenews.com — Motorcyclist hurt in crash at CR 45 and CR 60 in DeKalb County
    10. baynews9.com — Traffic pattern changes causing headaches for Howard Frankland drivers
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