 Well, although sub zero temperatures continue for Minnesota this week, our sources have told us spring is just around the corner and Dairy Queen and Brainerd is preparing for the warmer season ahead by expanding to a third location. Dairy Queen will open a third location in Brainerd near the East Brainerd Mall. The original two locations will stay open in the Westgate Mall and on Washington Avenue. In a phone interview, Dairy Queen area manager Tina Jensen said they tentatively hoped to have the new location open by spring. A new full service location will put them close to major traffic flow and neighborhoods. The seasonal walk and drive up Dairy Queen on Washington Avenue will open their doors for the season on February 1st. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.