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Sports Sunday: Assumption Alum, DePaul Softball’s Bella Nigey

By Nick Couzin,

2025-02-03

Assumption alum and DePaul softball pitcher, Bella Nigey joined Nick Couzin on Fox 18 Sports Sunday to talk about the first two season playing for the Blue Demons.

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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.

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The apple variety you don't want to miss out on before you pick up any Honeycrisp apples this season. Apple season has begun. Early season apple varieties are starting to come off the trees. While many people wait for the start of Honeycrisp, there are several great apples that you should be looking out for first. I want to share about one of those apples today - Zestar!

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Massive 19.1 Million Salmonella Egg Recall Is Sadly Expanding With More People Sick

A massive egg recall has taken a more serious turn as federal health officials investigate a multistate Salmonella outbreak involving nearly 19.1 million eggs. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now placed the Midwest Poultry Services recall in Class I, its most serious risk category. The designation means exposure to the recalled product could cause serious health consequences or death.

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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.

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Decluttering sounds simple until you are standing in the middle of a room surrounded by half-open boxes, clothes you have not worn in years, kitchen gadgets you forgot you owned, and sentimental things you cannot decide what to do with. Trying to tackle the entire house at once can turn a good intention into an exhausting weekend with very little to show for it. A calmer approach starts smaller, focusing on manageable spaces and decisions that create visible progress without tearing the whole house apart. One drawer, one shelf, or one category at a time can slowly create breathing room while helping you build momentum instead of burning out before the first room is finished.

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Once Extinct & Rare Diseases Roar Back To Life In Florida As Immunizations Continue Declining

Vaccine coverage drops leave schools and hospitals exposed to measles, whooping cough, and chickenpox & the bill is landing on families, employers, and taxpayers. *This article was created, researched, and developed entirely without any use of AI.

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I Tried Different Cheeses for Grilled Cheese - This One Was the Best

Not all cheeses melt the same! Find out which cheese I use to make grilled cheese for my 4 kids and they all love it. When you are a father of 4, you make a lot of grilled cheese sandwiches. I have experimented with different cheeses over the years but I find that I keep going back to a certain type of cheese over and over again - Muenster cheese.

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Meet Hershey: The Sweet Chihuahua Mix With a Huge Personality

The Quincy Animal Shelter in Quincy, Massachusetts, has recently spotlighted a small companion animal named Hershey, describing the 10-year-old Chihuahua mix as “a sweet 10-year-old Chihuahua mix with a big personality” in a post introducing the pet to potential adopters.

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10-Week-Old Puppy Who Was "Put Out of a Car" Now Looking For New Home

Meet Army, a sweet young puppy who is hoping to put his traumatic past behind him and find a bright future. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Army after he came into their care. According to the rescue, “This poor boy was put out of a car in Tennessee, but he's shaken off the past and is looking forward to a better future with you!” He is now living with a loving foster family while he awaits what comes next.

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Ritz Party Sandwiches Bring Back the Kind of Ham-and-Swiss Snack Tray Everyone Crowds Around

Buttery Ritz crackers layered with savory ham and melty Swiss cheese turn into the kind of baked party bite that feels nostalgic, salty, and incredibly easy to love. As they warm, the cheese softens into gooey little layers, the ham stays tender and savory, and the crackers keep enough crispness to make every bite satisfying. A buttery seasoning brushed over the top adds even more richness, giving the whole tray that warm, savory aroma that makes people start picking at it before the rest of the appetizers are ready. They are simple, bite-sized, and exactly the kind of old-school party food that earns repeat appearances because everyone already knows what to do with them.

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Thousands Have Been Sickened in America’s Worst Cyclospora Outbreak -- Here’s What To Avoid

A record-setting outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite has sickened thousands of Americans, triggered a major lettuce recall and now been linked to the first two reported U.S. deaths associated with the outbreak.

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Severe Thunderstorms Expected in Southeast Arizona as Monsoon Restarts For Weeks

Following Zones: Southern White Mountains ... Greenlee, Graham, Pima, Cochise, and Santa Cruz Counties ... Discussion: Well the monsoon is starting up her engines once again on schedule, and storms will first hit the Southeast half of Arizona and only increase as the days go by. For today, expecting storms to form first along the Southern White Mountains by this afternoon. Outflow from them will surge southward with dust storms, damaging winds, large hail, and even isolated tornado potential through Southeast Arizona.

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Marijuana time: When a few minutes feels like eternity

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this article. I tend to savor moments when I’ve been smoking marijuana. I remain present and react mindfully to the world around me.

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He’s Been Waiting Since March: Meet Jupiter, the Shy Black Cat Still Hoping for a Home

Jupiter, a jet-black cat at the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, is still waiting for adoption after arriving at the shelter in March, according to the shelter. The organization says Jupiter “is still at the shelter waiting for someone to take him into their orbit,” noting that they are surprised he has not yet found a home.

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Rick Jackson says he will cancel newly extended state contract if elected Georgia’s next governor

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson says he will terminate his companies’ contracts with the state if he is elected in November, but he did not rule out extending contracts before the election and then pulling out if he wins.

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Marijuana couch-lock paradox: A racing mind while stuck in cement

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafing of this article. You don’t plan to get couch‑locked. It just happens. One minute you’re sinking into the cushions like a normal human being, and the next you’re a statue — a warm, pleasantly useless monument to THC. Your body is done for the night, but your brain? Sprinting. Wandering. Narrating your entire life like a Netflix docuseries nobody asked for. This is the paradox: Indica makes you still, but it never makes you quiet.

ChefManiac

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These One-Pan Oven Ribs Bring Backyard Barbecue Comfort Straight Into the Kitchen

Tender ribs baked low and slow until the meat pulls cleanly from the bone are the kind of dinner that makes the whole house smell like something worth waiting for. The oven keeps the meat juicy while the outside develops a sticky, caramelized coating with smoky, savory flavor clinging to every edge. Brush on barbecue sauce near the end and it turns glossy, bubbling, and just charred enough to give you that irresistible mix of tender meat and sweet, saucy crust. It is hearty, messy, and exactly the kind of meal that feels like a summer cookout even when the grill never gets uncovered.

Dianna Carney

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Tiny 10 lb Papillon Mix Pup Searching For New Home After Being Surrendered

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Maxine, a tiny pup who recently came into their care and is searching for the family who will give her a place in this world. According to the rescue, “Surrendered by owners from Mississippi, Maxine wants one thing in life: A home with YOU!” She is now living safe and sound with a loving foster family while she awaits what comes next.

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Donkey Balls Are the Sweet-Savory Party Bites With a Name Nobody Forgets

Warm, bite-sized centers wrapped in a golden, crisp exterior make these Donkey Balls the kind of party food people laugh about before immediately reaching for another. The filling hits that sweet-savory balance with rich, hearty flavor inside and just enough sweetness to keep every bite interesting. As they cook, the outside turns crisp and browned while the inside stays tender, melty, and satisfying, giving you that perfect contrast between crunchy shell and warm center. They are playful, indulgent, and exactly the kind of snack that earns attention before anyone even knows what is inside.

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Missing since 2016 from Greensboro, North Carolina: Tyarra Williams disappeared without a trace

Correction made to the number of years Tyarra has been missing. It's been corrected to read "10 years." Tyarra Cacique Williams has been missing from Greensboro, North Carolina (Guilford County), since January 7, 2016, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Tyarra would now be 30 years old.

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Hanky Panky Bites Are the Old-School Party Appetizer That Still Disappears Before Anything Fancy

Savory sausage, seasoned beef, and melty cheese piled onto crisp little pieces of bread come together in the kind of retro appetizer that proves some party foods never needed an update. The meat stays juicy and richly seasoned, the cheese melts into every bite, and the bread underneath gets golden and crisp enough to hold all that savory goodness without falling apart. They are warm, cheesy, a little messy, and exactly the sort of snack that feels straight out of a family gathering, holiday party, or game-day spread from years ago. One tray has a way of disappearing while everyone is still pretending they are only sampling.

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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).

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Meet Junior Mint: The Sweet & Playful Little Dog Looking for Love

Meet Junior Mint: a playful, toy-loving dog who’s looking to settle into a permanent home before the season slips away. The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced him as a “playful guy” who “LOVES fetch” and “happily entertains himself with his toys,” packaging a big presence into a dog who, at eight years old, still brings energy and spark to everyday life. With summer nearing its end, the shelter says Junior Mint “is ready to be home before summer ends,” and they’re hoping the right person or family sees what makes this dog stand out.

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Meet Mateo: The Little 8.4-Pound Pup With Big Main-Character Energy

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, is spotlighting Mateo, a small dog waiting for his forever home, describing him as a big personality in a tiny package. “At 8.4 pounds, Mateo has made it very clear that the world moves strictly on his schedule,” the rescue shared, adding that when it’s time to relax, “Mateo crawls right up your chest, buries his head under your neck, and gives you sweet little nose boops.”

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ChefManiac

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Southern Sad Cake Has a Funny Name, but This One-Bowl Chocolate Classic Is Pure Comfort

Moist chocolate cake with a soft, tender crumb and deep cocoa flavor is the kind of dessert that proves simple recipes can still feel special. Everything comes together in one bowl, then bakes into a rich, homey cake with lightly crisp edges and a soft center that stays wonderfully moist. The chocolate flavor is familiar and comforting, the texture is unfussy, and the whole thing has that old-school Southern charm that feels right at home on a church-supper table or cooling on Grandma’s counter. It may be called Sad Cake, but there is nothing gloomy about a warm slice with a little powdered sugar or frosting on top.

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