56th ANNUAL FREEDOM 76 NASCAR MODIFIED CHAMPIONSHIP READY FOR THIS SATURDAY AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY – WINNER COULD TAKE HOME OVER $37,000

By Michael Jaworecki Sr.,

BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – The 64th anniversary season of auto racing action at Grandview Speedway moves into the 56th annual Freedom 76 race weekend, the biggest, most prestigious, and most lucrative racing event of the year for both competitors and fans. The Freedom 76 weekend begins on Friday, September 18...

Justin Allgaier aims to regain footing as O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Chase hits Charlotte

Joey Logano has shared important updates on his racing career before the Charlotte event.

Sophie Cunningham, the Indiana Fever guard known for her outspoken style, recently offered pointed comments about teammate Caitlin Clark that underscored both her loyalty and her frustration with how online conversation treats the team’s stars.

Small Dog Rescue of New England is sharing that, sadly, Bibi is still waiting for a forever home! According to the nonprofit, volunteer-based rescue organization, Bibi is now about 11 months old, weighs around 6 pounds, and is currently in Texas but ready to travel north to the Northeast for adoption. The group describes Bibi as an active young dog who loves playing with other dogs, and they are urging potential adopters to help “find this guy a forever home.”

Honeycrisp has been one of the most popular apples for years, but now Cosmic Crisp has come along to give it a run for its money. I've had both many times and am sharing what apple I would buy for sweetness, texture, price, and more.

Learn about an apple variety that is super crisp and firm that I am getting at apple orchards over Honeycrisp this month. It took a long time from when the Crimson Crisp apple was first bred until it was available to be grown commercially. It was first developed in the 1970s by the PRI (Purdue, Rutgers, and Illnois) co-operative. It wasn't until 2006 that the apple was released for growers. That is a long time in the development process. You don't get rich quick by developing a new apple variety!

A sprawling ocean disturbance moving toward California could temporarily raise coastal water levels by several inches, increasing the potential for flooding and beach erosion as fall turns to winter.

Donna Kay Cloud has been missing from Spring, Texas (Montgomery County), since October 25, 2016, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 29.

Deklon Ford disappeared from Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County), on May 6, 2015, with his mother, Brittany Anne Ford (pictured below), according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Deklon's photo above (far right) has been age progressed to 8, though he would now be 11. His mother would now be 40.

Mississippi Mud Potatoes coat tender diced potatoes in a creamy mixture of cheddar, cream cheese, and sour cream. As the casserole bakes, the sauce melts around every potato and the top develops bubbling, golden patches. Bacon can bring smoky crunch, while onions or green onions add savory freshness. The finished dish is rich, cheesy, and substantial enough to challenge the main course for attention.

Meet Butterball, a goofy young pup who is searching for the family who will help him write the next chapter of his life. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has highlighted Butterball Bold, who has been in their care for some time. According to the rescue, “This strong boy was a local surrender in Mississippi, but he can't wait to see what New England is all about!” He has so far been waiting for a new home for over half a year.

Rayven weighs just 8 pounds, but the next chapter of this little dog’s life depends on a big commitment: a forever home. The 6-year-old terrier mix is seeking an adopter through Small Dog Rescue of New England, which says he is fully vetted in Texas and could travel north in the weeks following its adoption appeal if a home is secured.

WTVR CBS 6 News anchor Julie Bragg married her husband, Ken, in September 2026. The wedding took place following their engagement at The Homestead in December 2024. Bragg shared details and many photos from the celebration on her Official Facebook Page, highlighting several local businesses and vendors involved in their special day. She revealed that planning the wedding was done in three months.

A jar of ground cinnamon can sit in a spice rack for months. If yours is Lior brand, check the label: Galil Importing Corp has recalled a specific lot of its Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after testing found elevated lead levels.

Before you reach for frozen berries for your next smoothie, check the bag. A recall involving Walmart's Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend now covers select stores in 26 states and Puerto Rico because of possible E. coli contamination.

Small Dog Rescue of New England reports that Tinman, a five-pound, five-year-old small dog currently in Texas, is seeking adoption and may be able to travel to the Northeast at the end of the month. According to the nonprofit volunteer organization, Tinman “greets everyone with a smile” and is “an energetic boy who does well with other dogs,” making him a potential fit for a home looking for a small, social companion.

Theo, a 2½-year-old, 11-pound Maltipoo mix, is expected to travel to Rhode Island in the coming weeks to begin life in a foster home, according to Small Dog Rescue of New England. The rescue says Theo is friendly and gets along well with other dogs. Theo can also be cat-tested in Texas for prospective adopters who want to learn how he may do around cats. For anyone hoping to welcome a small companion, Theo’s next step is a foster home in Rhode Island.

Four-ingredient beef crescent squares layer a savory meat filling between soft, buttery sheets of crescent dough. The pastry turns golden and flaky in the oven while protecting the warm filling inside, creating neat portions that resemble easy homemade meat pies. Their simplicity is the real advantage: no complicated dough, specialty ingredients, or extended preparation stands between the family and a filling dinner.

I use AI to help draft these articles. Every recipe and every fact in them is checked before publishing. The year a couple stops driving to somebody else's house and fires up their own oven is the year Thanksgiving gets real. The bird goes in the pan at a time they picked. The stuffing is built from scratch the way they want it. The house smells like what they cooked, and the people around the table are there because they invited them.

Get ready to meet a loving young pup who is searching for the family who will give him a place in this world. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Bandit Ruffman after he came into their care. According to the rescue, “This boy and his sister, Luna, were surrendered by owners in Tennessee and they're so excited to meet you! Life won't be rough with the Ruffmans around!” He is now living safely with a loving foster.

EVANSTON—Yellowstone National Park’s last original wolf pack, Mollie’s Pack, emerged unscathed from a hunting season that opened last week and has already closed, Wyoming wildlife officials announced Monday.

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Each year, election officials prepare for the worst: A bomb threat at a polling place, power outages, natural disasters.

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Aurora Rose, a loving pup who is still searching for the family who will help her put her dark past behind her. According to the rescue, “This pretty princess's life wasn't always a fairytale as she was surrendered by owners in Mississippi that severely neglected her and left her malnourished when she was heavily pregnant. But we are happy to report that Aurora Rose gave birth to a healthy litter!”

Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue (YGRR) is looking for a patient foster or adoptive home for Esse, a five-year-old Great Pyrenees mix who needs time and space to feel safe. In its profile of Esse, the Hudson, Massachusetts–based rescue says her ideal home would be quiet and predictable, with adults only, a yard where she can explore, and people willing to let her build trust at her own pace.

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Biscuit Cookie, a joyful little puppy who is searching for his place in this world. According to the rescue, “The COOKIE pups were strays in Tennessee, but they're making their way to your home with loads of sweetness. Be sure to bring out the milk!” He is now living with a loving foster family while he awaits what comes next.

Six-ingredient corn casserole turns a small collection of pantry staples into a soft, golden side dish with sweet corn flavor in every scoop. The texture falls somewhere between cornbread, spoon bread, and creamy pudding, making it substantial enough to hold its own beside a holiday roast. Corn brings natural sweetness, while the richer ingredients create a moist center and lightly browned surface. Because the preparation is so straightforward, the casserole delivers homemade comfort without competing for attention during an already busy cooking day.

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Felix Funny, a playful young puppy who is searching for his place in the world. According to the rescue, “The FUNNY litter's Tennessee owner couldn't care for them anymore (which is no laughing matter), but these hilarious pups can't wait to make you smile with all of their jokes!” He is now living safe and sound with a loving foster family.

Trader Joe's is now stocking ribeye and other steaks from Argentina. Here is what you need to know. I have heard a lot lately in the news about more beef being imported from Argentina. But I had not seen any beef from Argentine in any grocery store I had been to. That was until today, when I saw a sign advertising that some of the steak, including a ribeye were now from Argentine.

The ultimate French fry seasoning blend turns plain potatoes into something worth getting excited about. A balanced combination of salt, savory spices, garlic, and other warm flavors reaches into every ridge and crispy edge, giving homemade or frozen fries the bold finish often associated with restaurant baskets. Unlike relying on salt alone, the blend creates depth without needing a heavy sauce. It can be prepared in minutes, stored in the pantry, and shaken over hot fries while a little surface oil still helps the seasoning cling. One jar makes it easy to deliver consistent flavor without measuring several spices every time.

Vintage Pet Rescue, a Rhode Island-based dog rescue focused on senior dogs, is seeking a loving hospice home for Sparky and Peanut, two 13- to 14-year-old companions who have been together their entire lives. The rescue says the pair are now fully vetted and are ready for a home where they can enjoy comfort, affection, and time together.

I use AI to help draft these articles. Every recipe and every fact in them is checked before publishing. When somebody in a neighborhood loses a person they love, the food shows up fast. Not ordered food, not catered food - someone's own pan, still warm from their own oven, left on the porch or handed through the screen door with barely a word. It happens before the family has thought about eating. It happens before anyone has had to ask. In churches, in small towns, in apartment buildings where people know each other well enough to notice when a hearse was parked outside, this is how the community speaks.

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Payton Star, a joyful young puppy who has been in their care and is ready to start the next chapter of her life. According to the rescue, “She and her sister wandered into a jail as strays from the countryside of Tennessee. They both wished on a shooting star that they'd find the perfect family that will love and care for them. Will it be you?”