Montgomery County, PA

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Tina Howell

Cobblers are one of the most famous desserts made in the South. Made with a variety of fruit like peach or apple and baked to a golden brown crust, cobblers are a family favorite for anytime of the year.

Krispy Kreme Peach Cobbler: Southern Decadence

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Actor Bob Denver, who passed away in 2005, will forever be remembered for his leading role on the classic 1960s sitcom Gilligan’s Island. Denver also played another famous TV character: the beatnik-type Maynard G. Krebs on The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.

TV's 'Gilligan Island' Stars Dawn Wells and Bob Denver and Their Controversy Behind the Scenes

As it’s the start of August and back-to-school is around the corner, we know what you’re probably thinking: fall is here. Even though the weather says otherwise, the grocery store sure thinks it is, thanks to the amount of pumpkin spice-flavored everything we’ve already seen on shelves.

Hershey’s Is Releasing a New Candy, and We Tried It First

For those chaotic mornings when you’re on the run, these easy breakfast snacks are the perfect option to keep hunger at bay! These tasty snacks are travel-friendly so you can simply grab a bite on your way out the door. Try options like our Sausage, Spinach & Mushroom Egg Bites or Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies for a flavorful start to your day!

18 Breakfast Snacks You Can Grab & Go

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Crumbl Cookies has been exploring more non-cookie baked goods, and for a second week in a row we have a brand new cake to fall in love with. For August 12 to 17, we have a fresh cake to love and five returning fan favorite cookies to enjoy for the first time or to try all over again.

Crumbl gives us a brand new cake for August 12-17 with all returning cookies

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

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Elevate summer desserts with Skillet Apple Pie Biscuits drizzled in a luscious Vanilla Glaze - A decadent fusion of warm apple pie and flaky biscuits baked to perfection in a cast iron skillet.

Skillet Apple Pie Biscuits with Vanilla Glaze: A Sweet Late Summer Indulgence

It is always a treat when Hershey’s candy hits the Halloween bag. Whether it is the classic chocolate bar or the always delicious Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, the sweet delicious turns the spooky night into a sweet surprise. For the 2024 Halloween season, the new Hershey’s candies are all about ghosts. Better hurry to grab some bags before they disappear from the shelf.

Hershey’s gets ghostly with new Halloween candies

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Savor the Sweetness of Summer with a Cookie Twist on the Classic Peach Cobbler Recipe – Perfect for Any Occasion. In the world of baking adventures, a delightful surprise awaits with the creation of peach cobbler cookies topped with a cinnamon crumb. Combining the essence of a beloved peach cobbler with the convenience of a cookie, this recipe promises a burst of fruity flavors, buttery goodness, and a hint of spice in every bite.

Peach Cobbler Cookie Recipe: Bake Up a Batch of Irresistible Treats with a Cinnamon Crumb Topping

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Los Angeles County, CA

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Kids Baking Championship Finale Recap for 2/26/2024. -Tonight’s penultimate challenge is for the kids to make tie-dyed donuts with matching ice cream. -Lila makes her donuts with the color baked in them. -Levi makes a fried and baked donut….both with a patriotic theme. -Tasi makes coconut ice cream...

Kids Baking Championship Finale Recap for 2/26/2024

Quincy, MA

Dianna Carney

Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

Denver, CO

No, pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness don’t fold into caskets. It’s a question a reader posed one of the first times I wrote about pallet shelters. I find the pallet shelters to be more palatable than ice fishing tents. The Colorado Village Collaborative operates both micro-communities and the so-called Safe Outdoor Spaces with the tents. We all learned the tents are not safe when a fire roared through a CVC Safe Outdoor Space, destroying the compound quickly. Officials never disclosed a cause of the fire.

Opinion: No, pallet shelters for homeless in Denver, Aurora don’t fold into caskets

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of Cinnamon Sugar Blondies, a delectable treat that is perfect for any occasion. These soft and chewy blondies are infused with a perfect balance of cinnamon and sugar, creating a heavenly combination that will surely tantalize your taste buds. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee in the morning or as a sweet ending to your day, Cinnamon Sugar Blondies are sure to bring a smile to your face with every bite.

Cinnamon Sugar Blondies: A Sweet Delight to Satisfy Your Cravings

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Looking for a deliciously sweet and crispy snack? Try out this classic, Sweet Southern Pecan Pralines recipe!. Pralines are a tasty, sweet Southern confection made from basic pantry items.

Decadent Southern Pecan Pralines

I really like lemon flavored everything – especially sweet desserts with a lemon flavor – there is nothing more refreshing, delicious, and nice. My husband love mousses – his ideal breakfast consists of fruit mousse and a cup of espresso early in the morning. So, this is totally his jam! Here is my lemon cheesecake mousse recipe:

Decadent Lemon Cheesecake Mousse (Food Network)

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Whisked Away: MCCC Grad Heads to Germany for Baking Adventure

Katherine Boyle’s love for baking began at a young age, making recipes from the internet. Montgomery County Community College grad Katharine Boyle is off to Germany...

Whisked Away: MCCC Grad Heads to Germany for Baking Adventure

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