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From Sorority Stage to Arena Star: Megan Moroney’s Country Music Rise

By Ashlan Saeger,

2025-08-29

Megan Moroney opens up about her Georgia roots, her breakout moment with “Tennessee Orange” and her dream-come-true duet with Kenny Chesney.

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Creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, juicy mandarin oranges, sweet pineapple, and crunchy cookies come together in the kind of Midwestern classic that somehow lands between side dish and dessert. Every spoonful is cool, creamy, fruity, and packed with crisp cookie pieces that soften just enough without disappearing completely. The citrus keeps the mixture bright, the pudding makes it velvety, and those chocolate-striped cookies turn an ordinary bowl of fruit into the one dish everyone recognizes from church suppers and family reunions. It is playful, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of recipe that makes people smile before they even take the first bite.

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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

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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Eat Like No One Else

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The One Thing I Always Check Before Buying Cantaloupe

If you ever had trouble picking out a cantaloupe, here is the one thing you should always look for to know you've picked one ready to eat. Melons can be tricky to pick out in the grocery store. While there are all sorts of tricks for watermelon (yellow spot, tapping on it, etc), with cantaloupe you need to take a different approach. Let me share the one thing I always look for when picking out a cantaloupe that I can buy and take home and enjoy right away.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

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The 31 Hardest Parts of Getting Older, That No One Really Wants To Talk About

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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Greg Wilson, CFA

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13 Really Healthy Foods That Most People Refuse To Eat

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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CJ Coombs

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Missing since 2009 from a home of chaos: 5-year-old Haleigh Ann-Marie Cummings in Satsuma, Florida

Haleigh Ann Marie Cummings has been missing from Satsuma, Florida (Putnam County), since February 10, 2009, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Haleigh's photo shows age-progression to 21 years, though she would now be 22 if alive.

Satsuma, FL · 19d

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

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

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.

Oregon, OH · 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

Greg Wilson, CFA

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24 Habits People Over 60 Should Stop Doing (Before It Is Too Late)

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.

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

intentionalhospitality

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The Enchilada Casserole I Bring to Every Church Potluck

This crock pot enchilada casserole is a hearty slow cooker dinner layered with ground beef, beans, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and queso quesadilla cheese. It is built for feeding a crowd, which makes it a strong pick for church potlucks, family meals, or relaxed entertaining.

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Dianna Carney

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“Sweet Evie” Is Still Waiting: The 4-Year-Old Chihuahua Who Needs a Home

Small Dog Rescue of New England is asking the public to help a small Chihuahua named Evie find a home, sharing that the “sweet” dog is currently waiting in Texas for someone in the Northeast to adopt her. “How sweet is Evie taking her daily rest,” the rescue wrote in a recent post, introducing Evie as a ready-to-adopt companion and encouraging people to spread the word.

Texas · 5d

CJ Coombs

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Fraternal twins in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, disappeared in 2006: Somebody or a system failed them

Inisha Fowler and Ivon Fowler have been missing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Allegheny County), since September 11, 2006, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The date they went missing is being used because it's the last time they were seen together and reported to be alive.

Pittsburgh, PA · 22d

nickscookingclub

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Set It & Forget It: Creamy Pork Chops and Potatoes

Some recipes have that instant save-it-for-later feeling, and set it & forget it: creamy pork chops and potatoes is exactly that kind of sweet treat. It has the kind of name that makes you picture real flavor before you even start cooking: cozy, homemade, and easy to share, with enough personality to stand out in a busy feed. This is the sort of dish that fits the moments people actually cook for, whether that is a relaxed weekend bite, something easy to bring to the table, or a recipe you want nearby when you need an idea that feels a little more special than the usual routine.

Kateable

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This Old-School Flower Makes a Healing Salve Dermatologists Can't Ignore

Learn how to make a simple DIY chamomile salve using just a few natural ingredients. This soothing homemade salve is perfect for dry skin, rough patches, minor skin irritations, and everyday skincare.

ChefManiac

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This Sloppy Joe Tastes Like A Gourmet Steakhouse Burger

This Sloppy Joe Tastes Like A Gourmet Steakhouse Burger is the kind of recipe that makes scrolling stop because it promises something comforting, flavorful, and worth saving for later. It has that practical kitchen appeal where you can picture it fitting into a real day, whether you need a quick dinner idea, a cozy weekend dish, a party snack, or a sweet treat to share. This is not just another recipe to glance past. It feels like the kind of food people remember, talk about, and ask for again because it brings a little extra excitement to the table without making the plan feel complicated.

Tanner Callais

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What to Know About Sleep on a Cruise Ship (Beds, Noise, and More)

There’s one aspect of your cruise that’s going to take up the single biggest chunk of your time during the vacation, yet no one really talks about it. We’re talking, of course, of sleeping. For a weeklong cruise you could spend upwards of 60 hours — roughly one-third of the entire trip — in bed. That’s considerably more time than you’ll spend at the pool, eating, or even in port.

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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

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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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

user · 42.8K followers

Local Pup Looking For New Home After Owner Did Not Want to Give Proper Vet Care

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Carl, a joyful young pup who recently came into their care. According to the rescue, “Poor Carl was found roaming the streets of Tennessee with a bad leg. His owner was eventually located, but didn't want to give him the vet care he needed, so they surrendered him to the pound. Carl is looking for a second chance at an active home, and he hopes you'll give it to him!”

Massachusetts · 23h

Dianna Carney

user · 42.8K followers

“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

SouthernPlate

user · 9.8K followers

The Secret to the Creamiest Baked Mac and Cheese Ever

This baked Velveeta mac and cheese is exactly what you want waiting for you in the oven. It takes less than thirty minutes from start to finish, combining Velveeta and other simple ingredients you’ve already got at home into a rich, bubbling dish that tastes like a massive upgrade from anything out of a box. For the full recipe on my website click HERE.

ChefManiac

user · 18.0K followers

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.

Dianna Carney

user · 42.8K followers

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 · 13h

intentionalhospitality

user · 12.3K followers

I Always Add This One Unique Thing To My Tuna Salad, and My Family Loves It

Cucumber tuna salad only turns watery for one reason: too much moisture from the cucumbers or the tuna. Mini cucumbers keep seed content low, and if regular cucumbers are used instead, scooping out the seeds first prevents the salad from getting soggy. Draining the tuna completely before mixing does the same job on the other side of the bowl.

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