Buy, sell gear at River Action Kayak/Canoe Swap

La Crescenta-Montrose, CA · 11d

A Salmonella Recall Now Reaches Walmart, Target, Trader Joe's and Whole Foods

A widening food recall connected to a multistate Salmonella outbreak now covers dips, salsas, guacamole and prepared meals sold by some of America's largest grocery chains. Taylor Fresh Foods announced the voluntary recall on Aug. 9 after learning that jalapeno supplier Coast Citrus Distributors was recalling peppers because of possible Salmonella contamination. The affected jalapenos came from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, identified as the likely source of an ongoing outbreak.

intentionalhospitality

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I Stopped Frying Bacon On The Stove and Used This 9 Minute Trick

Frying bacon in a skillet means standing at the stove, wiping down grease splatters, and scrubbing a pan afterward. This microwave method skips all of that. A full package of bacon is done in about 9 minutes, using nothing but a plate and paper towels.

10d

CJ Coombs

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Missing since 1960 in a California forest: Bruce Howard Kremen was only 6 when he disappeared

Bruce Howard Kremen has been missing from Montrose, California (Los Angeles County), since July 12, 1960. He would now be 73, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

Thomas Smith

19 Million Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Risk -- How to Check Your Carton

Nearly 19.1 million eggs sold under several familiar grocery-store brands are being recalled because they may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis. Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. announced the voluntary recall on July 22, covering 1,589,577 dozen white and brown cage-free shell eggs produced at two farms in Texas.

Texas · 21d

Eat Like No One Else

The Steak Cut Most People Overlook (But It Can Be Surprisingly Tender)

Don't overlook the Chuck Eye steak when shopping for steaks at the grocery store. If cooked right, they can be tender with a ton of beefy flavor. To find the Chuck Eye on a cow you must go to the front of the animal, near the head. This part of the cow has a lot of flavor but the muscles do a lot of work so they can be tough.

Eat Like No One Else

5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Watermelon

Learn some things about one of summer's favorite fruits that you may not have realized. When you buy a watermelon that is labeled as being seedless techically it still actually has seeds. They are just immature seeds that never developed into full-blown seeds. The white pieces you see in the flesh of your watermelon are the would-be seeds.

29d

Edmond Thorne

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Trump Tower III Is Sinking & Owners Are Left Holding the Bag While Big Names Walk Free

A Miami high-rise carrying the Trump name is sinking, but the real story is how Florida’s laws let developers, architects, and brand licensors walk away long before the problems show up.

Miami, FL · 21d

Eat Like No One Else

Before You Buy Watermelon This August, Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

As the calendar turns to August, here are 5 things you should know about buying watermelon this month. We are now in the peak of watermelon season. It doesn't get any better than this. While there will still be some in September, right now is when the most watermelons should be available.

10d

Thomas Smith

Egg Prices Will Change Dramatically This Year

Egg prices have already retreated sharply from last year's record highs, and a new government forecast suggests shoppers could see substantial savings throughout the rest of 2026.

14d

Greg Wilson, CFA

15 Places You Should Stop Tipping (And Why That’s Okay)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

15d

CJ Coombs

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Unsolved Greenville, Texas case: The 2001 disappearance of 14-year-old Sarah Elizabeth Kinslow

Sarah Elizabeth Kinslow has been missing from Greenville, Texas (Hunt County), since May 1, 2001, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Sarah's photo above (right) is an age-progressed likeness of how she might have looked at 26 years, though she would now be 40.

Greenville, TX · 18d

Margaret Minnicks

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Blueberries recalled after E. coli outbreak in 8 states, including Virginia

Twelve people in the U.S. have become ill amid a recall of frozen blueberries from Publix due to potential E. coli contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Virginia · 11d

Eat Like No One Else

The One Thing I Learned to Check When Buying NY Strip Steaks

Learn what I look for when shopping for a NY strip steak. With the price of beef on the rise over the last couple of years, it has become more and more important to know how to pick out a good steak. If you are going to spring for a steak, you need to know what to look for. Let me share with you the top thing that I look for when shopping for a NY strip steak.

ChefManiac

Grandma Swore These Old-Fashioned Salmon Patties Could Feed a Family Better Than Fancy Fish Ever Cou

Golden, crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, these old-fashioned salmon patties are the kind of humble supper that turned pantry staples into something everyone looked forward to. Each patty fries up with beautifully crisp edges while the center stays moist, savory, and packed with rich salmon flavor. A squeeze of fresh lemon or a dollop of tartar sauce makes every bite even brighter, but the real magic is how a handful of simple ingredients transforms into a meal that feels hearty, comforting, and deeply nostalgic. It's the kind of recipe that filled Grandma's skillet on busy weeknights and somehow disappeared before the last batch finished cooking.

Thomas Smith

Chick-fil-A's 11-Year Winning Streak Is Over and Another Sandwich Chain Is #1

Chick-fil-A's 11-Year Winning Streak Is Over -- A Sandwich Chain Is the New No. 1. For more than a decade, Chick-fil-A appeared unbeatable in one of the restaurant industry's most closely watched customer-satisfaction rankings.

Margaret Minnicks

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Update on Mia Bieniemy's progress after being shot by her son on Sunday in her Virginia home

Mia Bieniemy, wife of Kansas City Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy, is out of intensive care and making progress, according to a statement released by the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Ashburn, VA · 15d

Greg Wilson, CFA

Stop Eating These 19 Foods Once You Turn 50 (Even If They Are Delicious)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

24d

Greg Wilson, CFA

20 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking On An Electric Stove Top

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

intentionalhospitality

user · 12.7K followers

I Stopped Using Crackers In My Meatloaf and Put In A Box Of This Instead

This meatloaf using stuffing mix rarely makes it to the fridge in one piece. Made with ground beef, boxed stuffing mix, and a sweet ketchup glaze, it comes together in one bowl and bakes in about an hour, the kind of meal that gets a second helping before the first plates are even cleared.

Margaret Minnicks

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List of the 27 states where Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce has been recalled, including Virginia

Most people probably know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked shredded iceberg lettuce from a single supplier in Mexico to a multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened at least 1,600 people over the last few weeks.

Virginia · 25d

CJ Coombs

user · 42.7K followers

Four-year-old Rilya Wilson's fate in Miami, Florida: Missing since 2001 and forgotten for 15 months

Rilya Shenise Wilson has been missing from Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County), since January 18, 2001, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 29 years old if alive.

Miami, FL · 20d

Kateable

user · 7.8K followers

8 Cleaning Mistakes That Make Your House Dirtier

I used to think that as long as I was cleaning, I was doing it right. But over the years, I realized that a few of my habits were actually making my house dirtier—or at least making it harder to keep clean. Once I changed these simple mistakes, cleaning became much easier and my home stayed fresh for longer.

21d

ChefManiac

I Didn’t Believe Homemade Bread Could Be This Fast Until I Tried the 20-Minute Version

Warm homemade bread usually sounds like an all-afternoon project, but this shortcut version changes the whole equation. In about 20 minutes, you can have a golden, tender loaf or batch of bread with crisp edges, a soft center, and that unmistakable fresh-baked aroma filling the kitchen. It is the kind of recipe that makes butter melt on contact and turns a simple bowl of soup, eggs, or leftover stew into something far more comforting. There is no long wait, no complicated technique, and no reason to save homemade bread only for weekends. Sometimes the best recipes are the ones that quietly prove you can still get that from-scratch feeling without giving up half the day.

The Maine Monitor

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Maine state trooper was suspended for punching handcuffed woman in the face

This story was jointly reported and published as part of a coordinated investigative and explanatory reporting project of The Maine Monitor and the Bangor Daily News’ Maine Focus team. This project enhances in-depth local journalism and expands public access to the reporting. You can show your support for this effort with a donationto The Monitor. Read more about the partnership.

Maine · 22d

Greg Wilson, CFA

30 Foods You Should Avoid Refrigerating and What Happens If You Do

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

ChefManiac

This Southern Pecan Pie Bread Pudding Is So Decadent, Dessert Might Never Be the Same

Warm, buttery bread pudding meets the rich, nutty goodness of classic pecan pie in a dessert that feels like two Southern favorites decided to share the same baking dish. The bread turns soft and custardy while the pecans toast to golden perfection, adding a satisfying crunch to every spoonful. Then comes the buttery sauce, soaking into every corner with sweet, velvety richness that makes each bite even more irresistible. It is warm, comforting, and deeply nostalgic—the kind of dessert that belongs on holiday tables, Sunday suppers, and family gatherings where everyone mysteriously finds room for one more serving.

ChefManiac

Grandma’s 5-Ingredient Potato Soup Was So Cozy, Fancy Recipes Never Stood a Chance

There is something almost unfair about how much comfort can come from just five simple ingredients. This old-fashioned potato soup is creamy, steamy, and full of soft, buttery potato pieces that practically melt into the broth. It has the kind of humble flavor that feels instantly familiar, like something simmering on Grandma’s stove while biscuits warmed nearby. No complicated seasonings, no mile-long shopping list, no unnecessary fuss—just a bowl that tastes rich, cozy, and deeply satisfying. The beauty is in its simplicity, and that is exactly why recipes like this never really disappear.

ChefManiac

The One-Bowl Banana Bread That Might Finally Replace the Recipe Card in Grandma’s Drawer

Ripe bananas, warm vanilla, and a buttery batter come together in the kind of loaf that makes the whole kitchen smell like someone has been baking all afternoon. The top turns golden and slightly crackly, while the inside stays soft, moist, and tender enough to practically melt into each slice. Those overripe bananas do all the heavy lifting, bringing deep sweetness and that familiar homemade flavor people chase in every good banana bread. Best of all, everything comes together in one bowl, so you get all the cozy payoff without a sink full of dishes waiting afterward.

ChefManiac