Seattle to Proclaim 'Jimothy Summer' for Viral Raccoon
The raccoon has inspired fan art, tattoos and a subreddit with more than 54,000 members as Seattle prepares an official proclamation.
- A rotund raccoon nicknamed 'Jimothy' has become an unlikely local celebrity in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood after viral videos inspired fan art, memes, and widespread social media attention.
- Veterinarian Carrie Schneider of The Family Pet Veterinary Hospital said Jimothy "has a congenital spine shortening disease," noting the condition occurs in other mammals as well.
- Since going viral last week, the raccoon has inspired a mural at Ballard Clay, an 8-bit video game, and a debut in the Mariners' 7th-inning 'Salmon Run' race on Saturday.
- Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck plans to issue a 'Jimothy Summer' proclamation this weekend, while artist Ryan Henry Ward auctioned a painting for more than $6,500 to benefit the Ballard Food Bank.
- Wildlife authorities urge residents not to interfere with the animal, advising the public to keep their distance and contact officials if it appears injured, as locals express hope for its survival in the wild.
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Jimothy The Raccoon Has An Official Dungeons and Dragons Stat Block
Internet celebrity and viral sensation Jimothy the raccoon now has an official Dungeons and Dragons stat block. The post Jimothy The Raccoon Has An Official Dungeons and Dragons Stat Block appeared first on VICE.
Social media can be a wonderful place: At the moment, an exceptionally shaped raccoon from Seattle delights the world. Whether Jimothy would have brought it to world fame in Germany?
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