Columbus, OH

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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

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

Time Out

Mondays can be a real drag, but Wendy’s just announced a sweet deal that can help beat the Monday blues. Every Monday through September, you can score a Honey Buddy breakfast biscuit for just $1. Honey Buddy is the new name for the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, and Wendy’s...

Get a Honey Buddy biscuit at Wendy’s for just $1

Fast food has a way of uniting us and dividing us. Sure, fast food is universally beloved, hugely crave-able, and each chain has its own merits and setbacks, but when debating which food is the best of the best, controversy ensues. A new crowd-sourced reader ranking from USA Today lists...

Revealed: the best fast-food burger in the U.S.

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

Doswell, VA

Head’s up, record-chasing coaster fanatics: a new record-breaking ride will debut next year, but it’s not in one of the country’s major theme parks. This thrilling new coaster, which will be the world’s longest and tallest winged launch coaster, is set to open in Virginia’s Kings Dominion in 2025.

A new record-breaking roller coaster will debut next year

New Jersey State

Silver Spring, MD

Do you live in the best place for your family? A new analysis of over 2,000 cities across the country may have you rethinking relocation. Or feeling grateful for your ancestral hometown. For the third year in a row, Fortune analyzed cities’ livability for multigenerational families, ranking important assets like health care, education, affordability, resources for seniors and more to determine the top 50 cities in each state for families.

The best places for families to live in the U.S.

Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

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

If you can’t get enough of fluffy pancakes dripping in melted butter and hot syrup then you’re in luck. IHOP is bringing back its beloved all-you-can-eat pancake deal, but for a limited time only. The sweet pancake deal returned to menus on July 29 and will be available...

All-you-can-eat pancakes are back at IHOP

This summer has been a record-breaking one temperature-wise. We’ve all sweltered, turned up the A/C and set our alarms for early outdoor exercise before the sun gets too hot. And we’ve also indulged in a traditional summer treat to cheer up our moods and get something cold into our bodies, the quintessential happy food of summer—the ice cream cone. But with this joy comes risk: how can we keep the cone from melting? Sticky wrists and ice cream lost to the drips on the pavement are an omnipresent danger: it’s no exaggeration to say that this is a threat-level midnight situation.

Baskin-Robbins is giving away free ice cream

If you’re renting a car on your next vacation, you might want to spend a little extra time before you take off to avoid facing unwanted charges later on down the line. Many renters have overpaid for unnecessary insurance or received hefty bills for damages they did not cause. To save money next time you rent a car, Auto Travel World has revealed these rental car hacks you should follow.

How to avoid common car rental rip-offs

In-the-know travelers often choose to fly early in the morning or late at night. By flying at off-peak times, they can avoid crowds, lines, and delays. However, some airports are better at handling these types of flights than others. A new study by Upgraded Points reveals the best airports for off-peak flying.

These are the best U.S. airports for flying at off-peak times

Southwest has offered a one-of-a-kind, open seating policy for more than 50 years. This week, the airline announced it’s ending open seating in favor of assigned seats and premium seats with more legroom. The longstanding policy has irked many customers who complain of “seat-savers,” sneaky strategies for getting a...

It’s all over for open seating on Southwest

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life and is now looking for a forever home. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable adversity.

Meet The Sweet Dog Who Survived a Machete Attack Now Looking For Love

Indiana State

Jacksonville, IL

Moving to a new city can be a good way to shake things up, but real estate prices remain at a near record high. You can set your sights on some of the cheapest places to live in the U.S., visit some of the best cities in the U.S. to see what suits you or you can take the plunge somewhere perhaps more unexpected and get rewarded in cash for relocating. That’s right, some U.S. cities will pay you to move.

These U.S. cities will pay you to move there

Nebraska State

Oxford, OH

It's a big summer for sports and competition. And if you prefer drinking while watching athletics (or not watching), the results of this major competition may be for you. This July, the U.S. Open Beer Championship awarded breweries across America gold, silver, and bronze medals for their beers in various categories, from Dark Ales to Belgian Tripels.

The world’s best pilsner has been crowned at the U.S. Open Beer Championship

What’s better than a Wendy’s Frosty? For some people, it’s pairing a Frosty with fries for the ultimate sweet and savory, hot and cold combo. But for everyone, a $1 Frosty is the best Frosty of all. For the next six weeks, you can get just that: a Frosty for just $1. Even better, there are no limits to this deal, so you can get as many $1 Frostys as you like.

Frostys are just $1 at Wendy’s for the next six weeks

It may be peak summer, but Christmas is coming. And the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey, is gifting fans super early this year, thanks to a surprise announcement about her 2024 holiday tour, an epic production slated to travel from coast to coast, with plenty of stops in between.

Mariah Carey just announced her biggest Christmas tour ever

Oregon State

Autumn is probably the coziest season, and just saying the name conjures up images of apple cider, hot cider doughnuts, crisp air, corn mazes, and, of course, fall foliage. Leaf-peepers from around the country flock to certain parts of the country, chasing the changing colors, but what about the towns that are pure fall, regardless of peak foliage time? Travelers over at the popular Reddit travel community r/travel are tackling the issue in a recent thread, with cities and towns in Vermont, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oregon and Michigan in the running for the most fall cities of all.

These cities have the most fall vibes in the U.S., according to autumn enthusiasts

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Dream job alert: get paid to travel the U.S. with your BFF

You’ve always wanted to travel cross-country with your bestie. Now is the chance to do that and get paid for it, like it’s a job, while...

Dream job alert: get paid to travel the U.S. with your BFF

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