Richmond, VA

When tapped to design a series of planters for our 2024 Idea House in the Kiawah River community on Johns Island, South Carolina, plant pro Steph Green of Contained Creations in Richmond, Virginia, knew exactly what the waterfront property needed. “We wanted to create the most beautiful and biggest statement container gardens, but they needed to be durable and last a long time with minimal upkeep,” says Green. “That’s why picking evergreens or really tough perennials from the Southern Living Plant Collection was kind of the launching point for each individual design.”

The Best Plants For Year-Round Containers, According To An Expert

South Carolina State

Fair Play, SC

What happens if your Zone changes? Plus, Grumpy’s tip about how to care for plants while you’re away on vacation. "I live in Fair Play, South Carolina, and recently learned that our plant hardiness zone was changed from Zone 7 to Zone 8. Why? I liked the old Zone 7. I really feel bad for our local nursery that is named Zone 7." -Sandy.

Simple Tips For Keeping Plants Alive While On Vacation

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Herbie J Pilato

[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

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

I don’t know about you, but cleaning baking sheets is one of those chores my husband and I put off more than we should. Big, cumbersome, and greasy, baking sheets can be a pain to clean and dry off. To make the job a bit easier, we tapped two...

3 Ways To Clean Dirty Baking Sheets So They Look Brand New

North Carolina State

Roxboro, NC

Town Talks

According to Travel alot, Roxboro, North Carolina, holds the unfortunate title of the most miserable city in the state. Several factors contribute to this designation, including high poverty rates, low median household income, and high crime rates.

North Carolina City Named The 'Most Miserable' In The State

Clearwater, FL

When King arrived at the Humane Society of Pinellas in Clearwater, Florida, back in June, he was escaping a “life of neglect.” With a staggering seven-pound ulcerated mass on his face, the five-year-old dog was in dire condition. “It was 10% of his entire body weight...” shelter spokesperson...

Florida Construction Worker Falls In Love With Special Dog While Working On Animal Shelter

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Horoscope of the Day, Friday, August 16th

Texas State

The Farmers' Almanac is predicting a wet and windy winter season. The trusted publication warns that winter 2024/25 is shaping up to be what they’re calling a "wet whirlwind," meaning there will be a lot of precipitation and storms depending on where you live. Texas could even see a few inches of snow in early February!

‘Farmers' Almanac’ Predicting Especially Wet And Stormy Winter: "Wet Winter Whirlwind!"

As the season shifts, so do our closet staples. Even though we're still in the throes of summer, crisp autumn days are just around the corner, so we have to prepare for the transitional weather ahead. There's plenty from your summer wardrobe that you can repurpose, but we also found a slew of versatile new styles from Ree Drummond’s The Pioneer Woman that won't break the bank.

The Pioneer Woman Just Dropped 78 New Fall Fashion Items At Walmart—And Prices Are As Low As $4

Mississippi State

Ten miles off the coast of Mississippi, a slender spit of land clings to existence amid the relentless winds and waves of the Gulf of Mexico. Horn Island—just 10 miles long from east to west and hardly a mile across at its widest point—is an untouched and desolate place.

This Untouched Mississippi Island Is Home To Gulf-Blue Water, Glittering Stars, And Endless Inspiration

If you're looking for an old-fashioned "do not stir" style of blackberry cobbler, you've come to the right place. The batter magically rises up through the berry mixture to become the topping, with its crispy, chewy, buttery edges. As it makes its way up through the berry mixture, it also slightly thickens the fruit for outstanding texture. The no-stirring instructions are important: You want the butter to be pushed to the outer edges when you top it with the batter so the crust bakes perfectly.

Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler Tastes Like Home

When company is coming, every Southern host knows to put just as much thought and attention into the starters as the main course. And this is the time to be creative and add some flair to your menu. Appetizers have always been Grandpa's favorites, and he has kept track of all of his go-to recipes, from juicy sliders to petite peppers to elevated pigs in a blanket. Here are 20 delicious appetizers to get the party started.

20 Of Grandpa's Favorite Appetizers

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

If there's one thing Grandma is better at than everyone else in the family, it's baking. And in her house, there's no such thing as having too many sweets at the ready—especially an irresistible pie. And we're not sure how, but it seems like any dessert, especially pies, that come from Grandma's kitchen always taste like a slice of heaven.

20 Classic Pies Grandma Loves To Bake

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

Think twice before you wiggle into that new pair of jeans. I have a confession: Despite my practically compulsive need to use hand sanitizer after pumping gas, I often wear new clothes without washing them—especially if I have a fun outing planned the day the new duds land on my doorstep. Of course, I have my limits (linens, activewear, and the like all take a spin through the laundry before use), but generally, I’m not too precious about the preliminary wash cycle. If you, too, are in my camp and would like to continue to dwell here, you should probably stop reading now. We asked experts to weigh in, and they unanimously agreed: Washing before wearing is the move. Here’s the good, bad, and ugly of why you should be launder new clothes before you wear them.

Should You Wash New Clothes Before Wearing Them?

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Georgia State

Charlotte, NC

Daily Coffee Press

Here we (could) go again.. After making a second landfall in South Carolina, Debby weakened to a tropical storm and now located close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Despite the downgrade, the storm remains a threat, bringing heavy rainfall and tornado watches across North Carolina. Tragically, Debby has claimed six lives, including two in Georgia. Although Debby will soon lose its tropical characteristics, the risk of flooding and tornadoes persists as it moves into other states.

NHC Monitors Potential New Storm That Could Threaten Georgia

WyoFile

The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

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When Is The Best Time To Repot Plants?

Houseplants and outdoor container plantings need to be repotted from time to time to keep their roots and shoots growing healthy. Potting soil tends to compact...

When Is The Best Time To Repot Plants?

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