North Carolina State

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Winston-salem, NC

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A North Carolina restaurant serves fried chicken in a “spicy, savory” sauce — and fans can’t get enough. So much so, the restaurant now ranks as the state’s No. 1 place to eat fried chicken.

Best fried chicken in North Carolina is at this restaurant, Yelp says. Why it’s No. 1

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

Food Fusion Frenzy

Tuna Noodle Casserole is a beloved, nostalgic dish that combines tender noodles, flaky tuna, and a creamy, savory sauce, all topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this casserole is both satisfying and simple to prepare.

Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole: Easy & Satisfying

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This is my grandmaw's version of potato salad. I have grew up eating this side dish for years and it is so delicious. One of my favorite ways of eating it is with BBQ baby back ribs that have been smoked on the smoker, mac & cheese and a nice dinner roll to go on the side. Also do not forget to add that delicious glass of ice cold sweet tea. Is your mouth watering yet?

Grandmaw's Homemade Potato Salad: A Southern Delicacy!

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Emily Standley Allard

If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

PureWow

The slow roasted shawarma-spiced salmon from Katherine Lewin’s new cookbook, “Big Night,” is a game-changer for any hostess seeking a low-lift main that’s still impressive. Read on for the simple recipe.

Slow Roasted Shawarma-Spiced Salmon Recipe

J. Souza

A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

The Foodie Fix

Lasagna is a beloved Italian dish that has found its way into kitchens around the world. Known for its layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese, lasagna is the epitome of comfort food.

Classic Homemade Lasagna: Comforting Layers of Meat, Cheese, and Pasta

New York City, NY

Wisconsin State

Angry Ben

Good afternoon everyone. We continue to have beautiful conditions in the Northeast courtesy of strong high pressure keeping a stationary front well to our south. That front will eventually make it back as a warm front, then a sweeping cold front will help protect the Northeast and East Coast as a whole from what-will-be Hurricane Ernesto.

Severe Weather May Spawn Derecho-Type System Across Parts of Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, and Wisconsin

If you run out of dinner recipe ideas, go ahead and try this creamy shrimp scampi pasta recipe by Island Vibe Cooking. It’s filling, flavorful, and easy to prepare. I was so surprised at how delicious it was. I never thought adding cream to shrimp scampi would make this incredibly tasty dish. Be sure to try this recipe at home. It will surely be an instant hit.

Creamy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Recipe

NewsNinja

"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

I love Sicilian cooking for one big reason. It makes something purely and completely delicious out of simple but high-quality ingredients. A perfect example is pasta alla norma. With a short ingredient list of crushed tomatoes, eggplant, basil, garlic, and cheese, it’s more than the sum of its parts.

The Easy Sicilian Pasta I Can’t Stop Making

South Carolina State

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

Cooking With Maryann

This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Clam Chowder is a classic and comforting soup that hails from the coastal regions of the United States, particularly New England. 3 cups clam juice (reserved from clams or bottled)

Classic Clam Chowder: A Comforting Coastal Delight

New Orleans, LA

Tina Howell

Did you know that National Oyster Day was August 5th? Yes, oysters have their own day, which is pretty cool because they are a huge part of New Orleans cuisine. The urban legend is that the best time to eat them is in the months ending in "R," but in actuality, oysters can be eaten year-round because of increased food safety handling, more monitoring and accountability for oyster farmers, plus the fact that most oysters are now farmed instead of wild-caught. To celebrate National Oyster Day, I am sharing this amazing recipe for chargrilled oysters, which were first made infamous by Drago's Restaurant in New Orleans, but with this easy recipe, you can make them at home anytime.

Charbroiled Oysters: A Delicious Recipe for National Oyster Day

Ground beef and potatoes are a classic combination that forms the basis of many comforting and hearty dishes. This versatile pairing can be found in cuisines around the world, from shepherd’s pie to picadillo.

Hearty Ground Beef and Potatoes: Recipe Details

Some like it smothered in a robust Bolognese or tossed with a simple fresh tomato sauce. Others like it swirled in a creamy spinach sauce or mixed with pungent garlic and anchovies. However you like it best, there’s no denying that pasta is one of the most popular dinner choices. And for good reason. It’s fast, simple and delicious and just about everyone loves it. But have you ever noticed that pasta at a restaurant just tastes better than homemade? Well, there’s a reason for that, and it’s not necessarily that chefs are adding more salt or fat. In fact, there are simple techniques (and a little culinary know-how) that can help you replicate restaurant-quality pasta at home.

Why Pasta Tastes Better at Restaurants, According to a Former Line Cook

Vision Pet Care

Ever wonder if your feline friend is head over paws in love with you? Cats, those mysterious creatures, have their own special ways of showing affection. If you’ve ever questioned your kitty’s feelings, let’s unravel the unmistakable signs your cat is madly in love with you.

Unmistakable Signs Your Cat is Madly in Love with You

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Gnocchi, the humble dumplings with a long history

Look, today I’m going to be very honest with you. I like pizza, focaccia, arancini, and roast chicken like any quintessential Everywoman and Everyman. But if...

Gnocchi, the humble dumplings with a long history

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