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It is Monday, December 18th, 2023.

On This Day In History — On this day in 1966, the TV special How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, an adaptation of Dr. Seuss's classic children's book, aired for the first time and became a holiday staple.

Deal of the Day

Steak ‘n Shake — 10% Off!

• There’s always a debate about the best fast food burger in the U.S., and often in the conversation is the original Steakburger. Next time you go into a Steak ‘n Shake, make sure to ask for their senior discount (50 and over)!

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Words of the Day

Finance Term: Exchange-traded fund (ETF)

Definition: A fund that invests in assets such as equities, bonds, and commodities that allows investors to buy and sell shares of it in the same way they do stocks.

Medical Term: PCP

Definition: Primary care physician. He or she provides the first contact for a person with a health concern, as well as continuing care of various medical conditions.

Slang Word of the Day: Squad

Definition: Group of friends that hang out together regularly, used ironically

Used in a Sentence: “The women I play pickleball with regularly are the best. They’re my squad.”

Longevity Tip Of The Day

Just add water — Staying adequately hydrated — measured by urine that’s light yellow or straw colored — can also help prolong a healthy life by reducing the risk of bladder and colon cancer and keeping kidneys in tip-top shape. Bonus: It might even help you lose weight. Researchers at the University of Illinois found that those who sipped more H2O ended up eating 68 to 205 fewer calories per day.

What We’re Reading

Seaside Friends, by Nellie Brooks

Price — $3.99 Free

Overview: After her husband’s betrayal, Mela starts over in her seaside hometown of Bay Harbor, Maine. There, she faces old friendships, new possibilities, and startling secrets… The first book in a series following a group of female friends!

From The News

Confederate memorial set to be removed from Arlington National Cemetery this week, officials say

• The Confederate Memorial at the Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia is set to be removed this week, officials said.

• Arlington National Cemetery spokesperson Kerry Meeker told CNN in an email Sunday they anticipate the monument to be completely removed by Dec. 22.

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Quaker Oats recalls dozens of products over foodborne illness risk

• Quaker Oats on Friday recalled more than 40 granola bar and cereal products because they could be contaminated with salmonella.

• The affected foods include the classic Chewy granola bar variety pack, the chocolate-covered Chewy Dipps bars, puffed and protein cereals, and even granola bars that are included in some Frito-Lays snack boxes, according to a list reported by the US Food and Drug Administration.

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