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Happy Headline from United Federal Credit Union – Thursday, October 29

October 29, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Happy Headline of the Day
Earlier this year, wildfires raged in Northern California, and affected nine-year-old Reese Osterberg in a big way. Her family lost their home in fire — and Reese lost her precious baseball card collection. She had collected 100 cards over the past three years.
When members of the fire department heard Reese’s story, they started spreading the word and asking for donations to replace her lost cards.
That’s when Kevin Ashford of San Jose, California, stepped up and offered to donate his baseball card collection to her.
Kevin didn’t just have a few cards in his garage. Instead, he had a massive collection of 25,000 cards that he’s been putting together since the late 1990s.
While the cards are definitely worth a lot of money, Kevin thought they would be worth far more to him if they would make the day of this little girl.
Explaining his decision, Kevin said he “would give anything to see the smile on her face when she receives them.”
See more on this story from KFSN-TV

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The Daily Dish – Thursday, October 29

October 29, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
As soon as Big Brother named its All-Stars winner, CBS announced the reality series will return for season 23.
A CBS executive said Wednesday, (quote) “It feels fitting for this unprecedented season to conclude with an announcement of the show’s return next summer.”
Longtime host Julie Chen Moonves has the gig for another year. She renewed her contract that expired at the end of this All-Stars season. The two-hour live finale featured a showdown between Cody, Enzo and Nicole. (Deadline)
Kim Kardashian got caught photoshopping Khloé Kardashian in a sisterhood picture.
On Wednesday, Kim posted more photos from her lavish 40th birthday bash on a private island. She reportedly spent $1 million to fly 40 friends on a 777 jet and lodge them in luxury suites.
One picture in particular caught the attention of those who edit photos often enough to notice. The three oldest sisters link arms as they pose in string bikinis. However, upon close inspection, Kim’s lower right arm is missing.
It appears to be a classic case of photoshop fail. (New York Post)
Brad Pitt is single. He and German model Nicole Poturalski split after their brief fling.
She pulled the plug. Nicole is married. They consider it open marriage. The 27-year-old took a “hall pass” with Pitt for several weekends in the South of France. Then returned to her husband.
One of his buddies said, (quote) “It was never all that serious as it was cracked up to be.” (Entertainment Tonight) But it was one hell of a hall pass for her!
Lori Loughlin will spend Thanksgiving in prison.
The disgraced Full House actress was sentenced to two months for her role in the Varsity Blues college admission scandal. She confessed to faking applications for her two daughters. The judge ordered Lori to start her sentence no later than November 19th. That’s within the next three weeks.
The court requires more than just prison time for Lori Loughlin. There’s a $150,000 fine to pay plus 150 hours of community service when released sometime in January. (People)
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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Thursday, October 29

October 29, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
TODAY IS:
  • International Internet Day: Otherwise known as Thursday.
  • National Cat Day: A good day to adopt a kitty.
  • National Oatmeal Day: I like mine with blueberries.
  • National Hermit Day: For those that like being alone.
  • World Stroke Day: Do you know the signs? Here’s how to spot a stroke FAST: Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, and Time to call 911.
Do you argue with your partner over where to eat or what to order? A survey by Panera Bread revealed that the average couple argues 156 times a year over where to order dinner from and gets in a fight three times a week over where to eat. It takes the average couple 17 minutes to finally make a decision about where to get dinner and what to order while 16% will take 30 minutes or more to decide. And the arguing doesn’t stop when the decision is made … 32% end up fighting about who’s going to be the one to pick up the food.
How are you dealing with election stress? A new Harris poll found that 65% of respondents are stressed over the upcoming election, with 48% saying that are more stressed about this election than those in the past. And how are they coping with the stress? 46% of those surveyed say they’ll be eating junk food – pizza in particular – as results come in. Others say they will be drinking to get them through election night. 26% say they’ll be drinking beer, 23% will be drinking wine, 15% will be hitting the hard stuff, and 13% say they will be reaching for “cannabis products.” (NY Post)
Can’t say this is surprising … A new survey by streaming service Tubi found that a third of respondents had already watched at least one holiday movie this year. Some began watching as early as August and September. And with all the stress and uncertainty right now, it’s easy to understand why: 72% of those surveyed said watching holiday movies brings them comfort. 64% said they are looking forward to the holidays more than ever this year. (SWNS)

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Music News – Thursday, October 29

October 29, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Music News Podcast
Chances are, Ed Sheeran‘s voice will be the first one a newborn baby in Britain will hear after emerging from the womb.
According to a new survey by retailer Kiddies Kingdom, Ed’s “Thinking Out Loud” is the most-streamed song for women in the midst of childbirth. He tops a mostly sweet list that also includes Sam Smith‘s “Stay With Me,” Adele‘s “Hello” and Hozier‘s “Take Me to Church”. (Heart)
Shawn Mendes was a guest on The Tonight Show Tuesday night and performed as medley of the songs “Intro” and “Wonder” from his upcoming album, Wonder. He also talked about what it was like to quarantine with Camila Cabello and offered a look into his new Netflix documentary, In Wonder. You can see those clips on the YouTube Channel for the Tonight Show.
Selena Gomez tells the Voting Power Hour that she recently voted for the first time. “Honestly, I’m not ashamed to say this. But… I’m kind of… This was my first time. I’m going to say that, because I’ve never felt — and this is so true, and I’m now admitting it to people — like my vote counts. Every vote counts. Some people get in their head, and they’re like, ‘Oh, well what does it matter?’”

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The Daily Dish – Wednesday, October 28

October 28, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are engaged! Finally! Gwen made the post Instagram official on Tuesday.
Blake also posted the sweet picture on his page, writing, “Hey @gwenstefani thanks for saving my 2020… And the rest of my life.. I love you. I heard a YES!”
Jon Stewart is returning to TV – Apple TV-plus to be precise.
He signed a multi-year contract for a current events series. Jon Stewart will focus on a single subject for one hour. Topics will relate to current affairs in the United States.
For 16 years, Stewart hosted The Daily Show, which was the breeding ground for political comics Stephen Colbert, John Oliver and Samantha Bee. (The Hollywood Reporter)
Ellen DeGeneres did something different for Tuesday’s taping of her daytime talk show: She allowed humans into her studio.
Ten days ago, Los Angeles relaxed COVID restrictions for TV productions. For the first time, audience members are permitted, but they must wear masks and sit six feet apart. Ellen made 40 seats available for in-studio fans. They’ll be visible during Wednesday’s program along with her virtual audience.
Ellen’s Halloween episode on Friday will also have an in-studio audience dressed in costumes. Looking ahead, Ellen hopes Los Angeles maintains COVID policies so she may invite fans to 12 Days of Giveaways tapings. (Variety)
The Aretha Franklin bio-pic’s premiere has been pushed back to August 2021.
Respect, with Jennifer Hudson as the Queen of Soul, was scheduled to reach theaters January 15th — to coincide with the Martin Luther King holiday weekend. But with many multiplexes limited to 50 percent capacity or less, and others closed, MGM chose instead to wait out the pandemic.
Along with honoring the artist who blazed trails, broke barriers and was the first woman ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Respect is a star turn for Hudson, who won an Oscar for Dreamgirls and was personally selected for the role by Aretha Franklin. (Variety)

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Coast Social Network with the Berrien Community Foundation – Wednesday, October 28

October 28, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Berrien Community Foundation, Blogs, The Coast Social Network

Zack speaks with Lisa Cripps-Downey from the Berrien Community Foundation about the Golden Acorn Excellence Awards, which are annual awards that BCF does to recognize an organization for their work and individuals for their heart of volunteerism each year. The agency gets a $4,000 grant and the individual can direct $1,000 to the nonprofit of their choice.... [Read Full Story]

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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Wednesday, October 28

October 28, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
TODAY IS:
  • National Chocolate Day: Good thing you’ve probably got a lot of it around the house right now.
  • National First Responders Day: A good day to say thanks to the people who dedicate their lives to saving lives.
  • National Make a Difference Day: A good day to do something nice for someone.
Kids begging for a puppy is nothing new. In fact, according to research, starting at around age 6, the average kid will beg their parents for a dog about 11 times a month – or about 1,600 times before they turn 18. Be prepared, parents: the begging gets even more intense around the holidays. 62% of kids who’ve asked their parents for a dog get even more persistent during the holiday season, asking seven more times per month. And this year, that persistence may pay off. One-third of parents surveyed said they are planning to get their child a puppy this holiday season. (SWNS)
Speaking of pets … Seems people are going to the polls … with their pets in mind. A new survey by Banfield Pet Hospital found that 65% of pet owners said they take their pet into consideration when voting on different issues – like climate change. And when it comes to election night, 53% of the pet owners polled said they’d rather spend the night with their furry friend than with their roommate or significant other. But pets could be the thing that brings a politically divided nation together. 64% of pet owners said they’d be more inclined to engage with someone with different political views if they knew that person had a pet. (People)
Here’s more proof that hard seltzer isn’t just for summer anymore … Bud Light just announced an Ugly Sweater 12-pack of their Hard Seltzers, featuring three new holiday flavors: Gingersnap, Peppermint Pattie, and Apple Crisp. They’ll be available starting November 2nd. (Thrillist)
A new survey by DoorDash reveals that 84% of parents steal Halloween candy from their kids. The most stolen candy by parents … Snickers bar (26%) followed by Twix (16%) and M&M’s (15%).

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Music News – Wednesday, October 28

October 28, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Music News Podcast
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are engaged! Finally! Gwen made the post Instagram official Tuesday.
Blake also posted the sweet picture on his page, writing, “Hey @gwenstefani thanks for saving my 2020… And the rest of my life.. I love you. I heard a YES!”
Ed Sheeran just topped Heat magazine’s annual list of Britain’s richest under-30 celebrities — for the final time.
Ed, who’s 29, will age out of the top spot next year, but he’ll be going out with a fortune of $275 million, a lot of which is tied up in his huge real estate portfolio. Harry Styles is worth just shy of $100 million, and took over second place from Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe, who hit the big three-oh himself this past year.
Harry’s former One Direction bandmates all made showings on the list as well. Niall Horan checked in at number-four, Louis Tomlinson in sixth, Liam Payne in seventh and new dad Zayn Malik in ninth.
Sam Smith plans to atone for a long-ago crime on Friday — by returning a coffee mug their mom swiped from the famed Abbey Road studios when Sam was a teenager.
Sam posted a photo of the mug online, then told the story of the heist on Australian talk show The Project. They initially claimed to be the mastermind, then said, “I will be honest, I didn’t take it, my mum took it. Seriously, my mum put it in the handbag. I didn’t have a handbag. It was a mug, an Abbey Road mug, Abbey Road is such a sanctuary of music… [I] wanted a piece of that sanctuary at home.”
Sam will have the chance to return the booty when they play a one-off show at Abbey Road on Friday to celebrate the release of their new album Love Goes.

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The Daily Dish – Tuesday, October 27

October 27, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
Viewers of The Wendy Williams Show last Friday were concerned for the host’s health. Wendy acted erratic during a Hot Topics segment. Her words were disjointed, sometimes not finishing sentences and mispronouncing names.
Backstage there were whispers about Wendy’s sobriety. Nearly two years ago, she entered a rehab around the time of her divorce. Yet a former employee said most of Wendy’s staff is afraid to confront her. (quote) “This is going to play out bad.”
On Monday, Wendy Williams addressed the rumors about her health. She said, (quote) “I try to do the best that I can for you. I appreciate you watching, but even after all of these years, it’s still work. I guess every day is not perfect, but I’m not a perfectionist. I’m not perfect.”
If another taping goes badly like Friday, producers reportedly have evergreen repeat episodes to air in its place. (E! News)
Dwayne Johnson does not quit in the gym. Even when he’s bloodied himself.
On Monday, The Rock shared at Instagram how he busted open an eyebrow. Blood dripped down his face, then he wiped it away and stuck his finger in his mouth. (quote) “I can confirm my blood tastes like [my tequila brand] Teremana, calluses and BlaMoan [black and Samoan] hot sauce.”
Johnson blamed the accident on throwing around a 50-pound chain until muscle failure. He joked, (quote) “Sometimes you get lumped up and need stitches. Taste your own blood, keep working out and stitch up later — rules of the house.” (The Hollywood Reporter)
This most unusual season of The Bachelorette has a new twist: Clare Crawley now hints that producers forced her out.
Up until now, the story has been that Clare quit because she and Dale Moss immediately fell in love and wanted to get married. She refused to continue the charade of fake dates with the other men.
Then over the weekend, Clare sprinkled a bread crumb trail of “likes” at Twitter. Each of the posts defended Clare and blamed producers for her exit. There’s even a theory that they invited the replacement Bachelorette, Tayshia Adams, to quarantine several days before ousting Clare. She wouldn’t have chosen to depart “considering how bad she wanted to be a Bachelorette.”
More details will be revealed Tuesday night when The Bachelorette airs on ABC. (Entertainment Tonight)

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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Tuesday, October 27

October 27, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
TODAY IS:
  • Navy Day: It’s a day to salute all the men and women who have served, both past and present, in the United States Navy.
  • National Black Cat Day: It’s NOT a day to be superstitious, but, instead, to celebrate these beautiful felines.
  • National American Beer Day: A good day to drink an American beer.
What are the most attractive qualities a person can have? A global study of 14,000 people in 45 countries found that the three most attractive qualities a person can have are: Kindness, intelligence and good health. (Best Life)
Do you miss the office? A new survey found that two-thirds of respondents miss going into the office. And what do they miss most about it? Being face to face with co-workers, office gossip, their desks, and going to lunch. According to the survey, these are the Top 10 Things Workers Miss About Their Workplace:
  1. Being face to face with people
  2. The office banter
  3. Simply asking someone a question out loud rather than messaging
  4. Working in a team
  5. Their office desk
  6. Hearing office gossip
  7. Their office chair
  8. Catching up about people’s weekends
  9. The printer
  10. Lunch breaks with colleagues (SWNS)
Think you’ve seen every pumpkin-flavored product? Think again. Apparently, there is such a thing as pumpkin pie-flavored milk. Yep, a dairy brand called Rutter’s makes a limited-edition pumpkin-pie flavored milk. (Delish)
A new study by Sorbonne University in Paris reveals that drinking Diet Coke could be just as bad as drinking fat. Artificially sweetened drinks and sugary beverages increase the risk of heart disease by 20%. Researchers spent a decade studying the effects of the drinks on the human body.
Lead researcher Eloi Chazelas tells the Daily Mail newspaper, ”Higher intakes of sugary drinks and artificially sweetened beverages were associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases, suggesting that artificial sweeteners might not be a healthy substitute for sugary drinks.”

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Music News – Tuesday, October 27

October 27, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Music News Podcast
This year’s American Music Awards nominees were announced yesterday.
Artist of the Year nominees include The Weeknd, Justin Bieber, Post Malone and Taylor Swift, among others.
The American Music Awards will air on ABC on November 22nd.
Harry Styles must be pretty sure that he’ll be playing arenas again soon –because he’s just bought part of a big one in Manchester, England.
Harry, who grew up in the north of England, is a major investor in Co-Op Live, which would be the country’s largest indoor venue if the 2023 opening goes as planned. It’s also being designed as the most environmentally sustainable arena in Europe. The folks behind the project say Styles “will be actively involved in the development of the project, with a particular focus on fans, unique premium and hospitality areas, and artist spaces.”
Greater Manchester is currently under the highest COVID-19 alert levels in the country, meaning public gatherings of all kinds are strictly prohibited. (Variety)
Britney Spears‘ efforts to free herself from her dad’s conservatorship just got a boost from a longtime employee — who compares her situation to that of the women in the horror story A Handmaid’s Tale.
Brit’s makeup artist, known only as Maxi, told the Calababes podcast, “We’re talking about some Handmaid’s Tale-type things to keep her from having a baby. I can’t detail it and I’m not gonna specifically say, but I will say for sure, she would’ve had a baby by now. She would’ve probably been married to [boyfriend] Sam [Asghari] by now. She would have groups of friends around her.”
In the most recent round of court dates, lawyers compared Brit to “a coma patient.”

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Happy Headline from United Federal Credit Union – Monday, October 26

October 26, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Happy Headline of the Day
In Mason City, Iowa, a hero police dog named Kilo was able to locate a two-year-old boy who had wandered away from home.
It seems the toddler went for a walk with the family dog — without telling his family.
The family called the Mason City Police Department for help, and K9 Kilo and Officer Duane Kemna started to track the scent. It all worked out.
Kilo was able to track the missing child along a creek to a neighbor’s property, where he was found sitting with the family dog by his side. He had removed his wet socks, shoes and coat.
The boy was safely returned home — thanks to the skills of K9 Kilo.

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The Daily Dish – Monday, October 26

October 26, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
Arnold Schwarzenegger had a third operation to correct a heart defect. Cleveland Clinic surgeons replaced his aortic valve.
The 73-year-old actor Instagrammed a hospital photo with the message, (quote) “I feel fantastic and have already been walking the streets of Cleveland enjoying your amazing statues. Thank you to every doc and nurse on my team!”
Two years ago, Arnold underwent emergency surgery to replace another heart valve that helps blood flow to the lungs. His first heart surgery dates back to 1997. Doctors replaced Arnold’s aortic valve, which was replaced again over the weekend. (E! News)
Felicity Huffman is a totally free woman.
According to her legal team, she’s completed all aspects of her sentence in that college-admissions scam. She’s finished with supervised release, and has long since done her 250 hours of community service. She served her two weeks in prison months ago.
Felicity pleaded guilty last year to paying someone $15,000 to take her daughter Sophia‘s PSAT to boost her chances of getting into a good school. (TMZ)
Variety magazine says MGM has explored the possibility of selling the new James Bond movie, “No Time To Die”, to a streaming service for $600 million. The film has already lost between $30 million and $50 million due to the pandemic. Apple TV and Netflix are the two most likely streaming services to buy the film

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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Monday, October 26

October 26, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
National Pumpkin Day: A good day to carve a pumpkin.
Halloween is this weekend, but that hasn’t stopped the Hallmark Channel. Hallmark’s Christmas movies started over the weekend, and you may have noticed a familiar voice. Gwen Stefani’s “Here This Christmas” will serve as the theme for the channel’s Countdown to Christmas. It’s one of five new songs on Gwen’s re-issued deluxe edition of her You Make It Feel Like Christmas album. (People)
Seems coronavirus has made many people in relationships much closer. A survey by online jeweler Angara.com found that 32% of women said that the pandemic made them realize that their current partner was “the one.” And 46% of those surveyed said that one month of living with their partner during quarantine felt like being in a relationship for a year – which may be why people are seeing their current partner as “the one.” (SWNS)
It looks like working from home is going to be the way of the future … and in order to make a separation between “the office” and home, people are building tiny backyard offices. Basically, they are she-sheds – for work. And a number of companies have popped up that will build these office sheds for you. One such company is Illinois based INshed. The company started making tiny offices in June and expects to fill 20 orders this month. The offices cost between $10,000 and $15,000, depending on customization. (Insider)
We live in a texting world, but according to researchers, if you really want to connect with a person, you should pick up the phone. Seems like a no-brainer, but a new study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology found that calling someone created stronger social bonds than communicating through texting or email. (Best Life)
Yahoo News says too much Halloween candy can have a toxic effect on your brain. Renowned psychotherapist and brain health expert Dr. Teralyn Sell tells Yahoo, “In adults or in children, extensive use of sugar can precipitate mental health problems, Adults might be anxious, fatigued, and irritable while children might be hyperactive, lack focus and concentration, and have a tantrum. Make sure your kids eat higher protein snacks before and after candy, This will help stabilize blood sugar and help to avoid mood issues. In general, avoid using sugar as a reward mechanism. And to prevent the Halloween haul from affecting your sleep cycle, avoid snacking on candy before bed. Instead, opt for a small protein snack.”

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Music News – Monday, October 26

October 26, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Music News Podcast
Adele wasn’t expected to sing during her first time hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend. The show had R-and-B artist H.E.R. (pr: Her) as musical guest, but you figured they might work a vocal in somewhere — and they did.
Despite explaining at the top of her opening monologue that she wouldn’t be singing because her new album’s not finished and she was too scared to both host and sing, Adele did what amounted to a hits medley during a sketch that had her playing herself as a contestant on The Bachelor. With interruptions in between, she sang snippets of  “Someone Like You,”  “When We Were Young,” “Hello” and “Rolling in the Deep,” before finishing with a longer excerpt from “Someone Like You.”
The way to Lewis Capaldi’s heart is through his stomach — as he proved by taking part in a quirky experiment that tried to match up singles through their favorite foods.
The trial was set up after a recent survey of British singles showed that one in four said they’d only get serious about someone who liked the same grub they do. In the test, Lewis tasted three dishes created by mystery gals and struggled to make his decision, but landed on a plate of chicken nachos made by a woman named Megan.
Capaldi was asked if the experience would end up on his upcoming album, and he seemed to like the idea. He says, “Yes. I’ve always wanted to do culinary-themed music, and I’ve always said there is a market for it. ‘Megan’s Nachos’ coming 2021.” (Edinburgh News)
Ed Sheeran fanatics will have a chance to buy his actual “Lego House,” among other relics, at a charity auction his parents are staging in his hometown.
Most of the items up for bids were part of the Ed Sheeran: Made in Suffolk exhibition, which rolled out at a nearby museum last year. The goodies include handwritten lyrics to “Perfect,” a ticket to Ed’s first ever gig in Framlingham and, yes, the Lego set he played with as a child.
Proceeds from the auction which ends November 8th, will go towards supporting young people in Ed’s home county of Suffolk, including renovation of a playground in Ipswich. (BBC)

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Furry Friends Friday with Sterling at Berrien County Animal Control – October 23

October 23, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Furry Friends, The Coast Social Network

Berrien County Animal Control’s featured pet is Sterling: A very adorable Cattle Dog-Hound mix.  Sterling likes hikes, walks and runs. Lots of energy… Wild Child is his nickname!  Sterling’s personality is as strong as his desire for a forever home. Adopt him and say goodbye to boredom. After a day of fun, Sterling is ready for a doggy nap!  Good with dogs, kids; house trained, neutered and microchipped!  Please contact Berrien County Animal Control at 269-927-5648 for more information about our very adorable Sterling.... [Read Full Story]

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Happy Headline from United Federal Credit Union – Friday, October 23

October 23, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Happy Headline of the Day
14-year-old Anika Chebrolu of Frisco, Texas, was named the winner of the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge, a competition for middle school scientists.
She started her project two years ago, researching the Spanish flu pandemic of 1918. And then, the coronavirus hit and Anika shifted her focus to the modern pandemic we’re facing.
Anika worked with a database of almost 698 million molecules and made a powerful discovery that could actually lead to a potential cure.
She was thrilled to win the $25,000 grand prize, but is also proud to be an example to other kids, showing them that they can accomplish anything they want.

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The Daily Dish – Friday, October 23

October 23, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
OK! magazine claims Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are allegedly feeling pressure to get engaged on ”The Voice.” A source tells the magazine, “The entire cast of Blake, Kelly Clarkson, John Legend and Gwen are all feeling extreme pressure to bring in the ratings this season. With the pandemic, it has been difficult building the same excitement around the show, which is why the personal life of every single person sitting in a red chair will now be highlighted even more than ever before — with Blake and Gwen feeling pressured to deliver a ‘surprise’ engagement proposal on the show. The absence of a live audience is a huge loss for the show and the performers who thrive on the energy from the crowd, which is why the show needs as many tricks and gimmicks to bring the excitement to the show. Nothing would be more exciting than Blake or maybe Gwen dropping down to one knee and popping the question in front of all of America. These two met and fell in love on the show, so this would be a full circle moment. Plus, it would ensure that Nick Jonas wouldn’t be invited back next season to replace Gwen!”
E! News says an Elton John inspired Barbie doll went on sale yesterday. The doll has bell bottom j eans, electric boots and pink sunglasses. Elton says, “Barbie is an icon in her own right, so having her pay tribute to my work and personal style is a real honor. I hope that she inspires fans everywhere to fearlessly pursue their own dreams and limitless potential.”
The new Barbie can be purchased at Walmart.
Carole Baskin isn’t laughing at Joe Exotic‘s new underwear line — which features “Casket Baskin Briefs.”
The bloomers show a hand holding a red ice cream cone as blood rains down. Carole’s legal team has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Joe and the makers of the line, according to TMZ.
She’s threatening legal action if the merch isn’t pulled.
TMZ says the Casket Baskin boxer briefs, which go for $29, are Joe’s “top seller.”

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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Friday, October 23

October 23, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
TODAY IS: National iPod Day: Apple introduced the iPod on October 23rd, 2001.
So, according to a new study, dogs are more partial to certain kinds of music – specifically, reggae and soft rock. Researchers from the University of Glasgow in Scotland and the Scottish SPCA found that those two genres of music made pups happiest. Other studies have found that classical music has a calming effect on dogs, while heavy metal increases stress and anxiety. So, it sounds like you should keep The Coast on all day in the house to keep yourself, and your puppies, happy.
I’m kinda surprised it took this long, but Bravo is launching a Real Housewives wine. Bravo has teamed up with Washington state’s Nocking Point Wines to create three wines inspired by the show: The Real House Red, The Real House White and The Real House Rosé. (Food & Wine)
The Daily Mail says MIT scientists have developed a battery-powered coronavirus mask that heats up to 194 degrees and kills coronavirus germs on contact. The copper mesh mask is designed to be worn by medical professionals in areas where covid-19 exposure is high.
It’s that time of year … time to start thinking about your ugly holiday sweater. And it doesn’t get any spicier than a Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Ugly Sweater.  For just $60 you can make a fiery statement with a bright orange sweater that features Chester Cheetah inside an orange holiday wreath. Of course, there are flames everywhere. You can find it on BoxLunch.com. (The Takeout)
And, it appears COVID is already ruining Christmas. Macy’s has announced that Santa Claus won’t be seeing children at its flagship store in New York City because of the coronavirus. Over 250,000 people see Santa at Macy’s every year. The tradition started nearly 160 years ago. Santa won’t be greeting guests at the Chicago Macy’s either

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Music News – Friday, October 23

October 23, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Music News Podcast
The Irish Mirror says Ed Sheeran is auctioning off his childhood toys and handwritten lyrics to benefit several UK charities.
Justin Bieber tells Business Insider that he’s learned from the many mistakes he’s made. “I just felt like I lost my place for a while. I lost my purpose, and I wanted to just be light and let people know that whether you don’t feel like you have a purpose, whether you’re just trying to figure it out, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel.”
Lewis Capaldi tells The Sun newspaper that he is hard at work on his next album. “I’ve got loads of songs done for it. I’ve written about 30 so far in the course of lockdown — it’s been a fruitful and a busy pandemic for me, but four of them are good. There are four songs that I’m pretty pleased with.”
KRON says Beyonce recently sent flowers and cards to a 13 year-old Oakland teen, who is battling brain cancer. Lyric Jacks is currently in a Houston hospital where she is receiving treatment.

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The Daily Dish – Thursday, October 22

October 22, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, The Daily Dish
Quibi, the mobile streaming service that launched earlier this year, is already shutting down.
Co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg called investors on Wednesday to break the news. Deadline says the “management team is exploring options including selling content — it has 100 shows — or the entire service should a buyer emerge.”
It should take several months to wind down the short-form streaming platform, which is available only on mobile devices.
Anna Kendrick and Kiefer Sutherland were among the big names who had shows.
Sharon Osbourne mentioned her various suicide attempts earlier this month on The Talk, but she elaborates in a recent interview with The New York Post.
The talk-show host says, “People look at me like, ‘Oh, she’s so strong. She’s such a loudmouth, she’s this, she’s that.’ But that’s just one side of me. When you’re the matriarch of a family and run a business and work at your own career, things just pile up.”
Sharon attempted suicide three times, the most recent time in 2015. She explains, “I was at the point several times where I just couldn’t take it anymore.”
The star, who’s been married to rocker Ozzy Osbourne for 38 years, says she wants to help remove the stigma associated with mental-health issues. Sharon reveals that she keeps her mental health in check with medication and therapy.

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Coffee Talk from Honor Credit Union – Thursday, October 22

October 22, 2020 *Mornings, *Podcasts, Blogs, Coffee Talk
TODAY IS:
  • National Caps Lock Day
  • National Smart Is Cool Day
  • National Make a Dog’s Day
Want to turn your partner on? Do some chores. Yep, a new survey found that 58% of respondents say they’ve been turned on by watching their partner doing chores. According to the survey, men are slightly more turned on by it than women. 61% of men said seeing their significant other do chores was a turn-on as compared to 56% of women. And what chore is the sexiest? 62% said it was watching someone cook.
You know what else is sexy? Doing chores together. 49% of survey respondents said doing chores with their partner had turned into a romp. And no surprise – the chore done together that was most likely to lead to sex was making the bed. (Best Life)
Yes, we are in the middle of pumpkin spice season … and even the Captain has gotten in on it. Captain Morgan has released a Jack-O’-Blast Pumpkin Spiced rum – and it even comes in a pumpkin-shaped bottle. Wonder how Pumpkin Spiced rum tastes in a Pumpkin Spice Latte … (Delish)
Yes, the movies have returned to Southwest Michigan. Celebration Cinema tells MoodyontheMarket.com that they will reopen their Benton Harbor location on Friday. The theater has been closed since the pandemic started in March. And perhaps the best part of the reopening is the news that seats will be socially distanced between patrons in each theater, so those of you who don’t enjoy sitting near or next to people you don’t know will be excited to know you might get half of a row to yourself. Or, you can have the entire theater…Celebration is also offering entire theater rentals for small groups of family and friends to get together, including a movie, pop and popcorn for all, for a couple hundred bucks.

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