Columbus, OH

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Herbie J Pilato

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

House Digest

Coffee filters are both useful and inexpensive. And, with a few low-cost supplies and your creativity, you can transform them into an impressive flower wall.

Transform Your Space With A Budget-Friendly Coffee Filter Flower Wall

If you're looking for a new centerpiece to your kitchen, rather than going with a kitchen island, try this ultra-useful and appealing appliance instead.

The Trendy Focal Point That's Replacing Kitchen Islands (And Should You Get One?)

Keeping the filter in your air conditioner clean is one of the most important things you can do to save energy. Here's how baking soda can help.

This Baking Soda Tip Will Keep Your AC In Top Shape During Hot Days

There are several ways to harvest cabbage. Some people like to use a sharp knife while others prefer to harvest the entire plant. Here's an easy option.

This Simple Trick Makes Harvesting Cabbage So Much Easier

If you've been eyeing AGA stoves, but you're not sure they fit into your lifestyle, we have some options for you to get the same look without the hassles.

How To Get The Look Of A Traditional AGA Oven With Modern Convenience

With a few innovative tricks and some specialized gear, you can securely anchor your resin shed to a non-concrete substrate. We'll explain exactly how.

How To Anchor A Resin Storage Shed Without Concrete

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

In an exclusive interview with House Digest, entomologist Emma Grace Crumbley shared her expert advice for keeping bees out of your hummingbird feeder.

Our Expert's Top Tips For Safely Dealing With Bees Around Your Hummingbird Feeder

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Costco offers competitive prices on nearly every product you can imagine, but if you buy appliances from them, are you still getting a good deal?

Does Costco Beat Big Box Store Prices On Kitchen Appliances?

Spilling coffee on your favorite shirt is the worst. Luckily, we've tested several kitchen ingredients that may solve your dilemma and shared the results.

Coffee Stain On Your Clothes? We Tested Common And Unexpected Ingredients To Clean It

If you're nervous about applying peel-and-stick wallpaper, the Property Brothers can help with a list of basic tools to make the job easier.

The Property Brothers Reveal The Tools They Won't Apply Wallpaper Without

Christina Hall provides plenty of inspiration in a high-end bathroom reno that appeared on "Christina on the Coast." Here's how to get the look on a budget.

How To Get The Look Of Christina Hall's High-End Bathroom Renovation On A Budget

Oven mitts don't last forever. Whether yours are stained with sauce or burned from sitting too close to the stove, here's how to give your mitts a second life.

Don't Throw Out Burnt & Dirty Oven Mitts. Here's How To Save Them Instead

If you're a fan of holistic hacks, you might have heard that baking soda can help in a variety of ways in the garden. However, there are some pitfalls to avoid.

Mistakes Everyone Makes When Using Baking Soda For A Better Lawn & Garden

If you want a garden full of flowers no matter what the season is, you might want to consider this gorgeous snapdragon lookalike that tolerates frost.

The Flower That Resembles Snapdragons And Also Blooms Well Into Winter Frosts

Your plates and cups deserve their own space in your kitchen cabinets. We have the tips to help you learn how to most effectively organize these dishes.

This Stunning Blue-Purple Flower Will Keep Weeds From Taking Over The Garden

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