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M Henderson

Homemade chocolate fudge may be one of life's most nostalgic foods. For me, it brings to mind the "individually-wrapped in cellophane" fudge squares that a classmate's mom some times brought to my elementary school classroom to share with all of us for a Halloween or Christmas party. The flavor was about as appetizing as the sentence describing it. And, it was rock hard.

Old-Fashioned Creamy Fudge

Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

3-Ingredient Fudge

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Foodie in Chicago

Although this refreshing drink went viral on TikTok last summer, it's been around a lot longer. Yes, you may have noticed, the drink is called lemonade, but it's made with limes. Brazilian lemonade is thought to have originated in Brazil by a street vendor. According to All Recipes, in Brazil, the drink is called limonada Suíça, which translates to Swiss lemonade. The beverage isn't Swiss, but the Swiss company, Nestlé, began selling condensed milk in Brazil in the 1900s, which could be where the drink got its name.

Brazilian Lemonade: A Sweet Summer Drink

New York City, NY

Massachusetts State

NewsByJoshua

Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

How long do you sleep at night? Do you have a fixed sleeping pattern? Scientists recommend sleeping for at least seven hours per day. But some zodiac signs struggle to catch sleep. Sleep deprivation reduces someone’ concentration, cognitive ability, and performance. However, taking a balanced diet and working out can improve sleep. Still, sleeping well helps in weight management as it reduces appetite. Read on to learn about the best-sleeping zodiac signs.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Get the Best Sleep

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Cooper Cutie, an 8-and-a-half-month-old puppy who is part Shepherd, part Hound, part Treeing Walker Coonhound, and a few other parts thrown in. Whatever the combination, the result was an adorable and unique-looking puppy with ears to melt your heart. Cooper was found with his brother as a stray trying to find enough food to get by. While his brother has since been adopted, Cooper has been waiting in rescue now for over 6 months! Are YOU just who he has been waiting for?

Cooper Cutie Is A Unique Looking Pup Still Searching For Love After Brother Adopted Without Him

Cooking With Maryann

There's nothing better on a super hot day than a nice, fresh and cool summer salad! One of our favorite flavor combos is bacon, lettuce and tomato. (Okay, so really, it's anything with bacon in it... don't judge. :D)

BLT Pasta Salad

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Georgia State

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Manor, GA

Vanishing Georgia

Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church, near Manor, is the 14th Crawfordite meeting house I have documented in Georgia, the culmination of work that began well over a decade ago. In that time, I’ve come to consider them an architectural and cultural treasure and admire them as landmarks of vernacular architecture. As I’ve said before, they […]

Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church, Circa 1875, Manor

South Carolina State

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Navigating North Carolina's Rules on Sleeping in Your Car. As night falls and exhaustion sets in during a long drive, the urge to pull over for a quick nap becomes strong. However, travelers on North Carolina’s highways should be aware that a roadside snooze might come with legal complications.

Is It Illegal To Sleep At A North Carolina Rest Area, Here is What You Need to Know

Louisiana State

Red rice is a traditional Gullah recipe with roots in West Africa. Similar to jambalaya and paella, this recipe uses left-over cooked rice and is seasoned with Cajun or Creole seasoning.

Louisiana-Style Red Rice

Scituate, MA

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a sweet dog named Ladybird who was abandoned in a state forest. Found nearly starved and fending for herself, Ladybird has shown incredible strength and an inspiring willingness to trust humans again. Despite her traumatic past, she is described as a dog that "loves humans."

Meet Ladybird: Found Abandoned In State Forest Now Looking For Love

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Now that we have all had our fill of grilled burgers and fireworks, let's look at some unsung Americans--cats. Did you know that there are nearly 100 million cats living in the United States? I'm not sure who counted all of them, but that's a lot of cats. Enough to sway an election were they given the right to vote (which, of course, they should be). Unfortunately, many of those cats don't have a place to call home. Here are six cats, all in the greater Kanas City area, who would love it if you might consider giving them a bed, a litter box, and a bowl full of kibble.

One of these six spectacular cats may be your next pet

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts has announced a heartwarming and adorable event that will both raise money for the local animal shelter while also socializing a few of their tiniest furry friends. The local animal shelter explains, "We need help socializing 12 adorable kittens! Your job would be to hang out with them, play with them and pet them!"

Local Animal Shelter Announces Adorable "Play With Kittens" Event

Declutterbuzz

If you’re happy with having all that stuff hats off to you! Be happy! If your physical and mental health is taking a hit due to too much clutter, if you, or a family member, are filled with shame about your situation, then ‘What is your tipping point with too much clutter’ was written for you?

What is your tipping point with too much clutter?

Is dance one of your new hobbies? Dancing has existed for many centuries and it is common globally. Various communities have different dancing styles. Yet, some zodiac signs are talented dancers, unlike others.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Love to Dance

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, is currently looking for a loving home for Justine, an adorable little dog with a lot of love to give. Justine is approximately 5 years old and weighs around 9 pounds. She is a terrier mix who has quickly won the hearts of her foster family and everyone who meets her.

Meet The Little "Snuggle Buddy" Looking For Love

Many people are concerned about getting protein in their diets. However, according to the 2020-2025 dietary guidelines for Americans, most of us hit close to the recommended target amount for protein. However, many Americans do not meet the recommended amount of protein from specific protein subgroups. This means that getting enough protein isn’t an issue; it’s getting protein from a variety of sources.

You’re Probably Getting Enough Protein – But Not Enough Variety

Minnesota State

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Have you ever wondered what life was like in the past? In Minnesota, you can step back in time by visiting ghost towns. These are places where people once lived, but now only empty buildings remain. Here are some of Minnesota's most interesting ghost towns!

This Hidden Trail Through Minnesota's Ghost Towns Will Transport You Back In Time

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The 10 Best Baked Goods at Buc-ee’s, Ranked

As the ultimate road trip stop, Buc-ee’s features anything and everything one could crave while journeying across the country by car. As a result, deciding on...

The 10 Best Baked Goods at Buc-ee’s, Ranked

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