August 25, 2025
Excel Makes Sweetest Mile Soda for the 2025 Buddy Walk
Breese, IL — Community Link is excited to announce that Excel Bottling has once again shown its generous support by creating a limited-edition specialty soda, “The Sweetest Mile,” in honor of the upcoming Buddy Walk on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
“The Sweetest Mile,” a delicious strawberry lemonade, is now available for purchase at several local retailers throughout Clinton County and beyond, including all area CC Food Marts, Blues City Deli in St. Louis, Germantown Market, Highland Liquor & Food Mart, Highland Tur Buy, Wessel’s Corner Market in St. Rose, Farm Fresh Market in Breese, St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, Moto Mart in Breese, and The Red Porch Café in New Baden. It will also be available at the Buddy Walk.
Community Link is grateful to Excel Bottling for their continued partnership and support of individuals with developmental disabilities. By creating this one-of-a-kind soda, Excel not only helps raise awareness for the Buddy Walk but also brings a sweet way for the community to join in the celebration.
For more information about the 2025 Buddy Walk or to register, visit commlink.org/buddywalk.