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Friday Edition - September 5, 2025

Good morning, Member

Happy Friday, dear GrayViners! Have you got anything fun lined up this weekend? Whatever it may be, I hope it brings you something you love—whether that’s family time, a cozy afternoon, or just a little treat for yourself. As for me, I’ll be off to the playground with my nephew, and I’m secretly hoping I can still squeeze into the swings! It got me wondering: When you were a kid, did you make a beeline for the swings, or did the slides steal your heart? Share your childhood favorite with us!

Did you solve yesterday’s riddle? It was: I buzz and sip from blooms in spring, I dance in air on zigzag wings, with honey sweet, my gift I bring. What am I?

The answer is… a bee! 🐝 See if you’re in our winners list!

Ready for a new brain teaser? Unscramble this: I T X A E Y N

Send in your answer here and earn a shout-out on Monday if you get it correct! Alright, let’s dive into today’s stories!

Emerald — Newsletter Writer



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Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

How many squares are on a standard checkerboard?

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A. 32

B. 48

C. 56

D. 64


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Do You Remember These Treats?

Image source: Reddit

They came in boxes with familiar comic-strip faces smiling back at you. Inside were little creme-filled cakes that made lunchboxes a lot more exciting—and at just a few cents a pack, they felt like the sweetest deal in town. Remember these classic treats? Relive a memory from your youth and share a slice of nostalgia in the forum!


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Can You Guess The Classic Movie?

Image source: The GrayVine

Hint: Think flying kids, fairy dust, and a pirate with a hook for a hand.


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1836 - Sam Houston was elected president of the Republic of Texas.

1976 - The first episode of The Muppet Show aired.

What else happened on this day in history? Find out here!


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A big black pup and a fluffy white kitty, both in ski goggles like seasoned explorers—now that’s a pair that must have turned plenty of heads on their snowy mountain outing. Maybe they braved the slopes, or maybe they just lounged in the sunshine taking it all in together. However it went, these adventure buddies were a sight to see. Have you ever gone exploring with your pets? Share your stories with us! Don’t forget to send your aww-dorable photos so we can feature them!


Today's (Grand)Dad joke SeparatorToday's (Grand)Dad Joke

When computers spill the truth, the answers can sting—or make you laugh. Think you can tickle our funny bone? Drop your best joke in the forum!


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“Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”
— Mark Twain

When was the last time a small act of kindness made your day a little brighter? Share your story with us—we’d love to hear it!

Today’s trivia answer: D.

A checkerboard has 64 squares.