Lifestyle
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Cobblers, crumbles, slumps and grunts: A guide to baked fruit desserts
Jul 23, 2025 5:53 am - If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between a cobbler, crisp, crumble and a buckle — oh, and let’s throw the Brown Betty, slump and grunt into the mix — you’re not alone. And with good reason: There’s no agreed-upon definition for this class of beloved American desserts, and the names often vary by region or even family.
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Fewer ingredients makes a simple broccoli salad even easierJul 23, 2025 5:30 am - In 2018, Don Mauer shared his favorite broccoli salad recipe. It included 11 ingredients and several steps, such as blanching the broccoli as well as cooking and chopping bacon before it’s added to the salad. This version trims it down to seven ingredients. Bonus: No stove required.
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Geneva church’s rummage sale raises $20,000 for mission and sustainabilityJul 22, 2025 10:43 pm - The United Methodist Church of Geneva hosts a popular rummage and bake sale that has become a community event, raising over $20,000 for charity this year.
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Himalayan monk brings ancient wisdom to Chicago this AugustJul 22, 2025 9:55 pm - A renowned Himalayan monk and Sanskrit scholar, Swami Vidyadhishananda, will visit Chicago in August to lead spiritual events focused on yoga, breathwork, and sacred music.
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It just works: Chicago Dog Deep Dish pizza collab from Portillo’s, Lou Malnati’s surprisingly deliciousJul 22, 2025 4:23 pm - We tried the new Chicago Dog Deep Dish pizza from Lou Malnati’s and Portillo’s. Yep, that’s mustard on a pizza.
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Keeping animals of all sizes, from cats to horses, cool during record heat
Jul 22, 2025 3:53 pm - With record heat hitting the U.S., pet owners must take steps to protect animals from heat stroke. Pets left in hot vehicles are especially vulnerable.
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Home & garden calendar, July 27 to Aug. 2Jul 22, 2025 2:24 pm - Upcoming events include garden club meetings, plant swaps, and tours covering topics like holiday decor, topiary making, tree crops, and wrapping up gardens for fall.
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More than 5.2 million pools sold across the U.S. and Canada are under recall after reports of 9 deaths
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Signs it's time to replace guttersJul 22, 2025 1:38 pm - Gutter replacement projects may not be exciting, but new gutters can make a home safer and prolong the life of a roof and other features on a property.
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Home inspector overlooked polybutylene pipeJul 22, 2025 1:17 pm - A home inspector missed a dangerous plumbing issue that could cost homeowners thousands. Are inspectors liable?