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Iconic Frozen Pizza Discontinued Forever, After More Than 60 Years

A familiar name in the frozen pizza aisle is disappearing for good. Conagra Brands has stopped making Celeste frozen pizzas, ending production of the longtime grocery staple also known as Mama Celeste. The company will sell its remaining inventory, but once those pizzas are gone, there will be no more products.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

Food Shortages Ahead? 20 Items You Should Buy Now

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.

Thomas Smith

Check Your Freezer: Ice Cream Recalled Due to Concerns Over Deadly Bacteria

Lidl shoppers should check their freezers after the retailer recalled one lot of gelato over possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The company's October 16 recall announcement, published by the FDA, says routine testing detected the bacteria in a laboratory sample. No illnesses had been reported when the notice was issued.

Washington, DC · 12d

Margaret Minnicks

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Only one Shoney's restaurant is left in Virginia

In the late 1990s,Shoney's restaurants were in about 1,300 locations across more than 30 states. Today, there are only 50 restaurants nationwide. It is hard to believe that Shoney's was once a massive American restaurant chain with restaurants throughout Virginia, but now only one single location remains in the entire state. The lone location is at 9963 Hull Street Road in Midlothian (North Chesterfield), just outside of Richmond, VA, where this writer lives.

Virginia · 10d

Thomas Smith

1.5+ Million Lbs of Hot Dogs, Bacon and Deli Meat Recalled Nationwide -- Check Your Fridge

Kayem Foods Inc., a Massachusetts-based meat producer, is recalling approximately 1,584,361 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, according to an October 17 announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

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Edmond Thorne

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12 Shot at FAMU Homecoming: 15-Year-Old Is Charged — Fatigue Meets Accountability

A homecoming celebration turned into a crime scene near Bragg Stadium. Six children were hit. The suspect is a teenager. The question now is whether Florida’s Black political class can finally say out loud what everyone in the neighborhood already knows.

Tallahassee, FL · 5d

Greg Wilson, CFA

28 Foods Full of Microplastics: You Are Eating Plastic Without Knowing

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.

Thomas Smith

KFC Just Made a Huge Change to Its Menu

Your usual KFC combo is about to come with a different set of drink choices. The fried chicken chain has announced plans to replace Pepsi with Coca-Cola products at its U.S. restaurants, ending a beverage relationship that stretches back roughly four decades.

Margaret Minnicks

user · 49.7K followers

An FBI informant provided $100,000 cash to Senator Louise Lucas in an undercover sting

On January 30, 2026, an FBI informant secretly provided $100,000 in cash to Senator Louise Lucas in an undercover sting. Here is an inside look at how federal agents used a high-stakes financial trap to anchor their racketeering case.

Richmond, VA · 2d

Thomas Smith

Check Your Freezer: Walmart Pasta Recalled Over Life-Threatening Bacteria Risk

A frozen pasta dinner sold at Walmart nationwide is being recalled over possible contamination with bacteria that can cause serious, sometimes fatal infections. Gias Foods expanded its recall of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine on October 1, 2026. The updated warning covers all lot codes of the product, according to the recall announcement posted by the FDA.

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Thomas Smith

Walmart and Other Major Retailers Are Replacing Price Tags -- Why Shoppers Are Worried

The paper price tag on your grocery store shelf is getting a digital replacement. And for shoppers, the change raises a question that goes well beyond how the new labels look: Could stores start changing prices while you're shopping?

CJ Coombs

user · 46.8K followers

Missing since 2022 from Fort Lauderdale, Florida: Mark Doyle was two when he was taken by his mother

A correction was made to indicate Boca Raton is in Florida. Mark Doyle has been missing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Palm Beach County), since October 28, 2022, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). He would now be 6 years old. His full name is Mark Edmund Doyle Jr.

Fort Lauderdale, FL · 5d

Greg Wilson, CFA

29 Things You Should Stop Buying After Turning 60

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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Tanner Callais

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What I Wish I Knew About Staying on the Ship During a Port of Call

Book a cruise and you’re no doubt thinking about exploring exotic ports of call. But there’s a small — and seemingly growing — number of people that do the exact opposite. They elect to simply stay on the ship and have a dramatically different day than most passengers.

Thomas Smith

Check Your Emails: AT&T Data Breach Payments May Be as High as $5,000 for Some Customers

If you filed a claim in AT&T's data breach settlement, check your inbox -- and your spam folder. The $177 million agreement received final court approval on October 2, bringing eligible customers closer to compensation.

Dianna Carney

Itty Bitty 2 lb Shih Tzu Puppy Searching For Home After Being Born Locally

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Pinch Pudding, a joyful young puppy who is in need of a place to call home. According to the rescue, “Born locally, the PUDDING litter are more than ready to share their famous pudding recipes with a lucky family. Grab a spoon and bring your appetite!” She is now living safely with a loving foster family while she awaits what comes next.

Massachusetts · 23d

CJ Coombs

user · 46.8K followers

The murder remains of "Jane Anchorage Doe 1980," found in Eklutna, Alaska

Jane Anchorage Doe 1980, also known as Eklutna Annie ("Annie"), was discovered in Eklutna, Alaska, on July 17, 1980, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Annie was believed to be between the ages of 16 and 25.

Anchorage, AK · 28d

CJ Coombs

user · 46.8K followers

Missing since 1973 from Petaluma, California: Timothy Gerard Mckernan was 16 when he vanished

Timothy Gerard Mckernan has been missing from Petaluma, California (Sonoma County), since April 23, 1973, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

Petaluma, CA · 27d

Greg Wilson, CFA

14 Jobs That Pay Decently, But Many People Think They Are Too Good For

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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Dianna Carney

Tiny Juliette Is Ready for a Gentle New Beginning After Losing The Only Home She Knew

Forever Paws Animal Shelter is hoping a quiet, affectionate senior dog named Juliette will find a calm home where she can feel safe, loved and cared for. The shelter, located in Fall River, Massachusetts, describes the roughly eight-year-old dog as a Maltese mix weighing just under 11 pounds, and says her unusual look may leave people guessing: “This may actually be a lamb or perhaps some sort of strange bunny or maybe a tiny llama.”

Fall River, MA · 5d

Kateable

user · 8.9K followers

This Soothes a Scratchy Throat Almost Instantly, No Throat Spray Needed

When your throat feels raw and scratchy, it’s tempting to run for a throat spray. But the soothing combination of sage, salt, and honey has been used for generations, and it’s probably already in your kitchen. 😊

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nickscookingclub

user · 11.9K followers

Cabbage and Potatoes Still Know How to Feed a Family Without Emptying the Grocery Budget

Some of the most comforting meals come from ingredients that never needed to be fancy. This Irish-inspired bacon, cabbage, and potato soup brings together humble staples in one steaming pot, with smoky, salty bacon giving the broth the kind of flavor that makes simple vegetables taste like something you planned all day. The potatoes turn tender and hearty, cabbage softens into the savory broth, and those little pieces of bacon keep every spoonful interesting. It’s warm, rustic food built around ingredients generations of home cooks have relied on when dinner needed to stretch. Nothing here is trying to impress you with a long shopping list. It’s simply the sort of bubbling soup that fills the kitchen with a good smell and makes a loaf of bread on the counter suddenly feel like part of dinner.

ChefManiac

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This Cold Salad Tastes Better After It Waits

Cucumber Tomato Salad is simple enough to assemble in minutes, but a little time in the refrigerator changes it for the better. Crisp cucumber slices, juicy tomatoes, and onion sit in a sweet vinegar dressing that gradually seasons the vegetables and collects their fresh juices. The cucumbers remain cool and crunchy while the tomatoes soften slightly and release flavor into the dressing. Sweetness balances the vinegar, creating a bright side dish that can cut through heavier grilled meats, creamy casseroles, and rich barbecue plates.

Dianna Carney

Young Coyote Gets a Second Chance & Begins Fight to Recover

A seven-month-old coyote rescued in Swansea is getting a chance to recover after Newhouse Wildlife Rescue stabilized him through a serious illness, the rescue reported. Weighing just 13 pounds, the young coyote was being treated for mange, rat-poison exposure and an infection that caused a high fever. After two days of care, he responded to treatment and was transferred to Berkshire Wildlife Services for continued care, according to Newhouse Wildlife Rescue.

Swansea, MA · 6d

Dianna Carney

Sweet Dog Whose Owner Decided Not to Keep Has Been Waiting Over 2 Years in Foster Care

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Remmy, a cuddly pup who is still searching for her second chance at happiness. According to the rescue, “Remmy is one of four dogs being surrendered from a home in Tennessee because their owner has decided not to keep them. How has this wonderful pup been looking for her forever family for over 2 YEARS now?”

Massachusetts · 16d

Thomas Smith

7 Foods Flight Attendants Wish You Wouldn't Take on the Plane

Airplane cabins are pressurized metal tubes circulating recycled air at 35,000 feet, making every scent, crumb, and spill magnified for everyone on board. While bringing your own food through security is a smart way to dodge overpriced terminal meals, certain snacks make life miserable for your seatmates and the crew tasked with keeping the cabin orderly.

Dianna Carney