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Top Dog Mascots in College Sports: Meet the Canine Celebrities Winning Fans Nationwide

By Ashlan Saeger,

2025-08-29

From Uga to Smokey, these live dog mascots are more than cute faces—they’re legends, icons and beloved team members in college sports.

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Signs of Pain in Senior Dogs Often Go Unnoticed

How to Pick a Dog Breed That Fits Your Energy Level

Many owners overlook gradual shifts in mobility and behavior that signal pain in aging dogs.

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 · 4d

Eat Like No One Else

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The One Thing I Always Check Before Buying Cherries

Learn what you always want to look for when it comes to buying cherries from the store or farmers market. Whenever I am shopping for cherries the number one thing I look for is color. This will determine whether the cherries will be sweet and flavorful or sour and bland. I want to start by talking about the bags of dark cherries that are the most commonly found cherries in grocery stores nationwide. Cherries that are sold in the stores as "dark cherries" or "red cherries", should be dark in color. They should be closer to black in color than red. Often you won't find all the cherries in the bag to be exactly the same color, but the majority of them should be dark.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

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20 Foods (Most) People Believe Are Healthy, But They Are Wrong

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.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

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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.

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Edmond Thorne

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Florida's Once Grand Hollywood Hotel Sits Empty & Rotting: As Developers Circle Her Bones

The century-old Hollywood Beach Resort sits empty, fenced off, and fading in plain sight. Now major developers are moving closer to taking control of one of Broward County’s most valuable oceanfront properties. Will Hollywood’s Grand Lady be restored, reinvented, or erased forever?

Hollywood, FL · 12d

Eat Like No One Else

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Before You Buy Sweet Corn This July, Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

Stands of sweet corn are popping up all over the country right now and the grocery stores are filled with displays of corn. Here are some things that will be helpful to know before you buy your next ear.

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CJ Coombs

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The 2002 disappearance of two-year-old Layla Gallegos from Eagle River, Alaska

Layla Marie Gallegos has been missing from Eagle River, Alaska (Anchorage Borough), since February 28, 2002, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Layla's photo above is an age-progressed likeness of how she might have looked at 13, though she would now be 27.

Alaska · 17d

CJ Coombs

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Missing since 1947: An 11-year-old mentally disabled boy vanished in Baltimore, Maryland

For over 79 years, the disappearance of Kenneth Warren Hager from Baltimore, Maryland, has remained a mystery. He was last seen on April 8, 1947. If alive today, he would be 91.

Baltimore, MD · 11d

WyoFile

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Yellowstone’s oldest wolf pack, Mollie’s Pack, leaves the park, raising fears for its future

Leslie Patten hiked into a remote reach of northwest Wyoming’s Sunlight Basin in December to post a trail camera where she’d earlier seen wolf tracks. At the time, a winter closure was fast approaching, and the Park County resident wouldn’t be able to retrieve the camera and review the footage for months. When she hiked back to fetch her equipment on May 1, the citizen scientist and author was greeted by one of nature’s most primal noises: the howls of wolves.

Wyoming · 19d

Dianna Carney

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Easy-Going 6-lb Little Dog Saved From Shelter Awaits His Happily Ever After

Argos, a 10-year-old, 6-pound senior dog rescued from a Texas shelter, is now “fully vetted and ready to find his retirement home,” according to Small Dog Rescue of New England. In its introduction of Argos, the organization emphasizes both his age and temperament, calling him “a senior guy saved from the shelter in TX” and adding that “if you are looking for an easy going guy, look no further.” The nonprofit says Argos is currently in a foster home in Texas and “doing well,” and the organization is asking the public to share his adoption post to help him find a permanent home in the Northeast.

Texas · 6d

Butter and Baggage

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I found the church cookbook recipe that made me stop buying pound cake

I still have the tattered church cookbook where I first saw this recipe, hand-drawn hearts next to the good ones. This was one of them, and once I fixed the one thing it got wrong, it became the cake I make more than any other.

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Margaret Minnicks

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Fruits and vegetables that may be linked to the growing parasite outbreak in Virginia

This is an update on Cyclosporiasis, a foodborne parasitic illness that is across 18 states, including Virginia, according to Patch. In Virginia, between one and 10 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported, according to Patch’s earlier report on the multistate investigation.

Virginia · 26d

CJ Coombs

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Missing since 1961 from Newport Beach, California: John Arthur Butler was only 15 when he vanished

John Arthur Butler disappeared from Newport Beach, California (Orange County), on August 21, 1961, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). John's composite image above was created to show how he might have looked at 65, though he would now be 80 if alive.

Newport Beach, CA · 5d

Thomas Smith

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The Nationwide Lettuce Recall Just Got More Confusing -- What Shoppers Need to Know

A major iceberg lettuce recall connected to a multistate outbreak has taken an unusual turn: Federal officials now say the lettuce sample that initially tested positive for a diarrhea-causing parasite was actually a false positive.

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ChefManiac

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Before Payday, This Humble Side Dish Always Felt Like Enough

Creamed Peas and Potatoes Is the Cozy Classic That Never Goes Out of Style. Some recipes do not need fancy ingredients to earn a permanent place at the table. Creamed peas and potatoes brings together tender potatoes and sweet peas in a velvety, buttery cream sauce that wraps every bite in old-fashioned comfort. The potatoes soak up all that rich, savory goodness while the peas add little bursts of sweetness that keep the dish balanced and satisfying. It is warm, creamy, and wonderfully simple—the kind of food that reminds you home cooking has always been more about comfort than showing off, especially when life feels busy and the grocery budget is stretched.

Kateable

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10 Cleaning Tips I Wish I Learned Sooner

Cleaning my house used to feel like it took all day. No matter how much time I spent wiping, scrubbing, and vacuuming, it seemed like there was always another mess waiting for me. Over the years, I've picked up a handful of simple habits that have made cleaning faster, easier, and honestly, a little less overwhelming.

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Local Life

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5 Road Trips from Hilton Head Island for One Last Summer Adventure

From a casino cruise and football weekend to comedy, golf and live music, these five road trips from Hilton Head Island offer a memorable way to close out summer with friends.

Hilton Head Island, SC · 4d

Dianna Carney

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“No One Ever Came Forward”: Sweet Dog is Looking for Her Forever Family

Forever Paws Animal Shelter in Fall River is searching for a home for Calamity Jane, a sweet dog who has now been waiting “for nearly two months” with “minimal interest” despite being, as the shelter puts it, “the biggest, sweetest smush that just wants to roll around with a toy and soak up all of the attention she can get her paws on.”

Fall River, MA · 9d

Dianna Carney

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Unique & Sweet Shih Tzu Mix Who Lost Eyes Due to "Horrific Conditions" Yet Still Loves Humans

Meet Frosty, a gentle pup who is hoping to put his dark past behind him and find a bright future. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently highlighted Frosty Donut, who is a unique dog that has been in their care while waiting for a forever family. According to the rescue, “He's part of the DONUT litter, an a-dough-rable group of Shih Tzu/Yorkie mix pups aka Shorkies, who were rescued from a hoarder situation in western Massachusetts.”

Massachusetts · 12h

Butter and Baggage

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Slow cooker baby back ribs that turn out fall off the bone tender

Everyone in the South has their own version of ribs, handed down or tweaked over the years, and this one has earned its place at my table. These ribs get a dry rub the night before, so all the flavor has time to soak in before they ever hit the slow cooker. From there, it's a truly hands-off dinner, just let them cook low and slow until the meat is tender enough to fall right off the bone.

Dianna Carney

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Meet Gizmo: The 9.5 lb Little Survivor of Neglect Looking for Love

Small Dog Rescue of New England has introduced Gizmo, a small dog now available for adoption after being rescued from neglect and brought into care. “Here is another smiling boy, Gizmo,” the organization wrote in a recent post, asking the public to “Please share for adoption."

Rhode Island · 22d

Edmond Thorne

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It's Happening - Diarrhea Outbreak Hits Florida: Cases Growing as Officials Scramble for Answers

Cases are climbing across Florida; the source remains unknown, and experts warn the numbers may keep rising as families head into peak summer travel and fresh produce season while the FDA works with reduced staff and funding to find the source.

Florida · 22d

ChefManiac

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This Creamy Angel Chicken and Rice Is So Comforting, Weeknight Stress Does Not Stand a Chance

Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, creamy sauce come together in the kind of dinner that makes the whole kitchen feel warmer. Each bite is savory, velvety, and deeply satisfying, with juicy chicken tucked into perfectly seasoned rice that soaks up every drop of the buttery sauce. It has the familiar comfort of an old family casserole, but with enough creamy flavor to make it feel a little more special than the usual weeknight routine. As it cooks, everything turns bubbling, golden, and irresistibly fragrant—the sort of meal that has everyone asking when dinner will be ready before you have even set the table.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

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Moonpie, a 6-year-old dog in Rhode Island, is looking for a home where someone is ready for an easygoing companion with plenty of affection and a taste for simple outdoor adventures. In a recent post, Rhode Home Rescue described Moonpie as “the sweetest treat you’ll meet,” sharing that the “gentleman” is ready to become “someone’s favorite adventure buddy.”

Rhode Island · 6d

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