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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

Football is back, and if you’re like me, the season couldn’t have come fast enough. Between college and NFL football, weekends are now officially reserved for spending time with loved ones rooting for your preferred teams, making fun game-day foods, and enjoying the cooler temperatures as the summer season comes to an end. Cheering for your favorite team doesn’t have to be limited to game-day itself, though. Thanks to Vera Bradley’s Collegiate collection and NFL collection, you can show school pride with stylish accessories, and prices start at $38.

Vera Bradley’s Collegiate Collection Is Back For Football Season—Check To See If Your Team Made The Cut

If you’re looking for a good excuse to travel, Southwest Airlines has you covered. The airline has just announced that it is bringing back its wildly popular companion pass program that lets one person fly for free. That means flying for a girls’ trip from, say, Houston to spend...

Southwest Airlines Just Announced The Return Of A Very Popular Promotion That Will Save You A Lot On Your Next Trip

Los Angeles, CA

Melissa Gilbert, 60, is opening up about deciding to leave Los Angeles more than a decade ago. The Little House on the Prairie star recently told People about why she felt she needed to escape Hollywood’s see-and-be-seen culture and unrealistic beauty expectations “in order to age.”. “All of...

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Star Melissa Gilbert Shares Why She “Had To Get Out” Of Los Angeles

Whether you call them woodchucks, whistle pigs, ground pigs, or groundhogs, these large ground squirrels can be a real nuisance in your yard and garden. “Groundhogs eat whatever is available and most nutritious,” says Sheldon Owen, PhD, wildlife extension specialist at West Virginia University. “They consume large quantities of herbaceous vegetation, especially fruits and vegetables. But they’ll also eat clover, bark, and landscape plants.”

9 Expert-Approved Tips For Getting Rid Of Groundhogs

If you haven’t heard of Castile soap, let us introduce you to the new MVP of your cleaning ingredient list. It’s a naturally derived formula that’s tough on grime, gentle on skin, and biodegradable unlike the detergents that many of us have come to refer to as soap. Because Castile soap has a high pH-level, care should be taken to ensure it’s properly diluted before use. Once you nail your formulas, though, get ready for a DIY cleaning spree featuring the new golden child of your under-sink stash: Castile soap.

12 Surprising Uses For Castile Soap

Swiffer Sweepers were released in 2001 and quickly became an incredibly important tool in the household cleaning arsenal, especially for those of us with hardwood floors. The Swiffer Sweeper is perfect for picking up dust, dirt, and pet hair from hardwood, linoleum, or tile floors. However, as we’ve gotten to know Swiffer, though, it’s become clear it is a versatile cleaning tool that can be used for so much more than floors. So here are some ways to use Swiffer around your house, besides cleaning floors:

13 Ways You Can Use A Swiffer Sweeper Beyond Cleaning The Floor

Florida State

Key West, FL

A year after his death, the Florida highway that changed Jimmy Buffett’s life now bears his name. The beloved singer-songwriter was honored during a dedication ceremony on Friday, August 30 in Key West. Crowds gathered to watch the unveiling of new signs officially naming historic A1A the Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway.

Florida's Historic A1A Officially Named After Beloved Music Legend

Birmingham, AL

Pumpkin spice may be hitting the shelves, but Birmingham is boiling. The heat index nearly got up to 110°F the other day, so the South is still in its icebox cake and no-bake pie era—unless there's hot banana pudding, which is a 365-day-a-year treat. Or a "vegetable side" if you’re at the right meat-and-three. Wait. HOT!? banana pudding you say. Yep, hot. It’s the dish that makes Southerners short-circuit and question their entire reality.

In Defense of Hot Banana Pudding

Nashville, TN

Country fans, listen up! It was just announced Eric Church will perform an iconic live concert with SiriusXM live from his Nashville venue Chief’s on September 30. The full band show will feature Church at the intimate Neon Steeple within Chief’s, echoing back to the early days of his career. Previously, Church played at the Neon Steeple for 19 solo acoustic shows, making September 30th the one night he will perform at the venue with a full band.

Eric Church Will Perform A Live Concert That You Can Enjoy From Your Living Room

There’s something about eating fresh, ripe fruit that makes us want to plant the seeds in our yard and grow our own trees. Many fruits are easy to grow from seed, just think about those watermelons growing out of the compost pile! Among fruit trees, peaches (as well as nectarines and apricots) are.

How To Plant A Peach Seed So You Can Grow Your Own Tree

Attention bakers: You're likely storing your flour wrong. Whether you are baking a birthday cake or frying up some chicken, flour is a staple ingredient in our kitchens that seems to make its way into most of our beloved recipes. If you're like most, you're probably keeping your bag of flour rolled up in its packaging tucked into a kitchen cabinet, or perched on a shelf in your pantry. However, the last thing you want to do is keep your flour in the bag it came in if you want to keep it fresh and bugless. Ahead, we talk about all things flour and how to store it for optimal freshness.

The Best Way To Store Flour

When it comes to leftovers, there is nothing easier than pulling out the plastic food storage containers you have on hand to pack everything up. The same goes for putting together weekday lunches: It's infinitely more simple to put it all in a to-go container. Plastic containers are readily available in stores, and they stack easily inside a cabinet or drawer. Simply put: They make our lives easier, but is there a lifespan on the containers you’re using in the kitchen?

6 Signs It's Time To Throw Out Your Plastic Food Storage Containers

Tennessee State

When it comes to enhancing your curb appeal or elevating your backyard, the tried-and-true basic hardscape ideas like building a fire pit, adding an outdoor kitchen, or laying down patio pavers obviously come to mind. But, who said outdoor upgrades have to stop there?. We were curious to know what...

13 Outdoor Upgrades That Will Instantly Increase Home Value

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(MA) Get ready to become acquainted with a little lap dog who is ready to take over your bed, home, heart, and life! Easy Money is a Chihuahua mix pup with a unique name. Until recently, Easy Money was an owned pup who was very well-loved. Sadly, tragedy struck and Easy Money's owner passed away. His owner's family was no longer able to take care of him, and so he was surrendered to Great Dog Rescue New England's care. Though he is now living safely with a foster, he is hopeful to find a new home soon, where he will finally be able to settle down into a new life.

Little Chihuahua Who Lost His Owner Is Now Searching For New Family

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Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Georgia State

Blairsville, GA

Tennessee and North Carolina are a few of the first places that come to mind for Southerners seeking a mountain escape. Of course, the Great Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains have international appeal, so it’s not just regionals visitors booking stays in the area. While destinations like Asheville and Gatlinburg can crowd quickly, hidden gem destinations like North Georgia’s Blairsville are more likely to provide a relaxing retreat. The entire population (under 1,000 people) of this teeny tiny town live in the shadow of Brasstown Bald, the state’s highest peak. Situated within the Chattahoochee National Forest, Blairsville is one of the best places in the South— if not the country—to get outside. From sparkling lakes to scenic hikes to wineries and distilleries, Blairsville has it all. Here are the 15 best things to do in Blairsville, Georgia on your next trip.

The 15 Best Things To Do In Blairsville, Georgia

Virginia State

The first step in planning any girls’ trip is figuring out where to go—though picking a destination everyone agrees on is often easier said than done. Does the group prefer a beach trip, a mountain getaway, or a city escape? Should the itinerary be low-key and flexible, or is it better to fill the days with scheduled fun and restaurant reservations?

12 Best Girlfriend Getaways In Virginia To Take This Fall

Preserving the landscape and architecture of the past, Anna Maria Island resisted building high-rises like beaches to the north and south. This island's quiet delights attract new visitors while locals cherish its pristine scenery. "What a Florida postcard!" developer Will Bean must have thought over 100 years ago, seeing this...

This Postcard-Worthy Florida Island Offers White Sand And Sparkling Gulf Waters

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Loaded Queso Is A Sign That Football Season Has Arrived

Have you tried serving queso over guacamole? This loaded queso recipe is proof you should. Inspired by the delicious loaded...

Loaded Queso Is A Sign That Football Season Has Arrived

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