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Before Becoming A Snack Empire, Utz Started In A Family Kitchen In Pennsylvania In 1921

Fifty pounds of potato chips an hour, made with hand-operated equipment in a summer kitchen. That was the entire operation at the start. Two people, one stove setup, and a whole lot of sliced potatoes. The couple behind it sold those chips fresh to nearby grocers and farmers markets. Their...

Hanover, PA · 1d
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This Pennsylvania Bakery Makes Giant Homemade Pies That Are Perfect For Thanksgiving Dinner

A bread made with toasted onions, poppy seeds, and cream cheese is so popular that the bakery trademarked its name. That bread is called Spaghetti Bread, and no, there’s no pasta involved. The same family behind it has been baking for five generations. The story starts in Germany and...

Camp Hill, PA · 1d
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Local artists take center stage during Waynesboro Art Studio Tour

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Artists working in painting, pottery, photography, woodworking and other mediums were featured during the Waynesboro Art Studio Tour on Saturday, Nov. 7, highlighting the local arts community in Franklin County. The event brought together established artists, students and local galleries, with exhibitions and demonstrations featuring a...

Waynesboro, PA · 2d
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Don’t want to cook Thanksgiving dinner? Here’s where to eat in central Pa.

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen. If you’d rather leave the cooking to someone else this year, you’re in luck. There are restaurants across central Pennsylvania ready to serve a holiday meal. From traditional turkey and mashed potatoes to all-you-can-eat buffets, WITF has rounded up restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in the region.

Pennsylvania · 2d
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Arepa King Closes Hagerstown Location Ahead of Gaithersburg Opening

Arepa King, a Venezuelan restaurant preparing to open its first Montgomery County location in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, has announced the permanent closure of its Hagerstown restaurant as it transitions to the new location. The Hagerstown restaurant officially closed on Thursday, November 12, after opening in February 2025. In a...

Gaithersburg, MD · 7h

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No Refund Theatre Presents: ‘The Real Housewives Of Altoona’

A dinner party turned murder mystery.

Altoona, PA · 1d

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This Massive Virginia Thrift Store Lets You Walk Out With A Full Cart For Just $25

There’s a maroon cube rising above a shopping plaza in Falls Church, and the letters on it spell out “UNIQUE” in a font large enough to read from the interstate. Underneath that bold sign sits a thrift store so big and so stacked with bargains that it genuinely changes how you think about shopping.

Falls Church, VA · 3d

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These 6 Maryland Amish Markets Will Convince You Homemade Really Does Taste Better

Pretzel logs. Not pretzel rods, not pretzel twists, but whole logs of soft dough wrapped around fillings, sold by Amish vendors right here in Maryland. That detail alone made me curious. Then I learned many of these markets only open Thursday through Saturday. Vendors travel down from Amish country to...

Maryland · 3d

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'I sit in the house crying': Rats return to DC woman's car as she calls out management

WASHINGTON (7News) — They're back -- A 76-year-old woman is once again turning to 7News On Your Side after she discovered rats have been living in her car -- again. Not only are the rats back, but she believes management hasn't properly addressed the issue since the first time she found the rats inside a few weeks prior.

Washington, DC · 3d

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CrossFit Woodbridge: Coaching, Community, and a Place to Begin

By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living | Photos by Emely Martinez | Sponsored by CrossFit Woodbridge. A first visit to CrossFit Woodbridge starts with a conversation. Newcomers can talk with a coach about their experience, goals, and any limitations before choosing how to begin. Owners Hanna Hawkins and Nadine Shurland say that approach matters because many people assume they need to be in shape before trying CrossFit. “You don’t have to be fit to start CrossFit, and you don’t have to be an athlete to belong here!” the owners explained.

Woodbridge, VA · 2d

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Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Maryland: What the Law Says Now

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Dangerous dog breeds banned in Maryland is a shorter list than most people expect. As of 2026, the state has no statewide breed ban, and the one county that long prohibited pit bull-type dogs repealed its ban in November 2025. What you can and cannot do with your dog now depends mostly on how the … This article, Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Maryland: What the Law Says Now , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Neighbor Poisoned My Dog Laws in Nevada: Criminal Charges, Reporting, and Lawsuits • Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Kansas: What Each City Allows • Aggressive Dog Laws in Texas: What Owners and Victims Need to Know

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Nadia Phillips’ Maryland Crab Cakes Steal The Show On ‘Hell’s Kitchen’

WALDORF, Md. — There were violinists outside the kitchen and caviar on the dinner agenda, but it was a plate of Maryland crab cakes from Waldorf chef Nadia Phillips that won over the judges at the “Hell’s Kitchen” 25th-season gala challenge. Phillips, 24, a North Point...

Waldorf, MD · 3d

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Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Welcomes Back the Holiday Market Dec. 3 and 17

Provided by Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. The holiday season is returning to Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC) with two special editions of the popular Farmer’s Market on Thursday, Dec. 3, and Thursday, Dec. 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. The outdoor Holiday Market will be held in the hospital’s main parking lot at 2300 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge.

Woodbridge, VA · 3d

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Maryland Fishing Report – November 11

ANNAPOLIS– Maryland offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities that are embraced by anglers throughout the state The European carp was introduced to Maryland in the 1800s has a checkered history, but this hard-fighting fish is a specialized fishery that is enjoyed by many anglers. Forecast Summary: November 11...

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This Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant In Maryland Is Worth The Drive From Anywhere In The State

There are restaurants that spend a fortune on marketing, and then there’s Bayside Cantina in Baltimore, Maryland, a place that barely needs to try because the food does all the talking. Word of mouth has carried this waterfront cantina further than any billboard ever could. Let’s start with the...

Baltimore, MD · 5d

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Four Virginia Barbecue Pits Where The Smoke Has Been Rolling Since Your Grandparents Were Young

Some Virginia barbecue spots were already old favorites back when your grandparents were teenagers. The four places on this list have been feeding hungry families for decades, and one of them has been around since 1904. They are not fancy, and that is a big part of their charm. If...

Virginia · 4d

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This Must-Visit Food Hall In Virginia Has Something For Nearly Every Craving

For every three meals sold at one food hall, a donation goes to a local food assistance center. I’m giving that a moment, because it means your dumpling habit quietly helps a neighbor. That detail tells you a lot about the place. It sits right above a busy Metro...

Virginia · 1d

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Grab A Pint At The Virginia Pub Hiding Inside A Stunning Colonial Seaport Warehouse You Need To Visit

Some places earn their reputation through marketing, and some places earn it through the simple, undeniable fact that they are genuinely excellent, and Union Street Public House in Alexandria, Virginia falls so firmly into the second category that the first category barely deserves mention. This is a pub that has...

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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From Westlake High To Heavy Is The Crown: Cordae’s Journey From Charles County To Hip-Hop

WALDORF, Md. — Before Cordae’s name appeared alongside Anderson .Paak on an album cover, it appeared on a basketball roster at Westlake High School in Waldorf. At the time, he was Cordae Dunston, a student whose connection to Charles County would eventually become part of his music. According to MaxPreps, Dunston played guard on Westlake’s freshman basketball team. The sports website lists his graduation year as 2015. Years later, after establishing himself in hip-hop, Cordae gave his former school a different kind of recognition. He named a song after it.

Charles County, MD · 3d