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Friday Edition - November 2, 2025

Good morning, Member

Trick or treat, GrayViners! I hope your week’s been kind and full of small joys. Are you planning to greet the little ghosts and goblins who’ll be roaming your neighborhood tonight? It must bring back memories of those Halloween nights from years past. What was your favorite costume growing up? Were you the type to go for spooky and scary, or did you like to keep it fun? Share your story in the forum, and feel free to post an old photo if you have one!

Did you solve yesterday’s riddle? It was: I pour with grace, both white and sweet, in cereal bowls, and I take my seat. From cow or plant, I fill your cup. Guess my name as you drink me up!

The answer is milk! A round of applause for our clever Riddle Masters!

For today’s challenge, unscramble this: C R A H C A T E R

Send in your answer and you might see your name in Monday’s winners list! Ready to dive in? Today’s stories help you stretch your dollars, stay alert for recalls and scams, and end the week on a warm note.

Emerald — Newsletter Writer



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What phobia means you have an intense fear of Halloween?

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A. Wiccaphobia

B. Samhainophobia

C. Nyctophobia

D. Necrophobia


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Remember These Trick-Or-Treat Favorites?

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Wrapped in crinkly orange and black paper, these chewy little candies were a Halloween staple for decades—whether you loved them or left them in the trick-or-treat bowl. They stuck to your teeth, sweetened your childhood, and somehow tasted a little like autumn itself. Do you remember unwrapping one of these on a chilly October night? Take a bite out of nostalgia and share your fun stories in the forum!


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Can You Guess The Bone-Chilling Movie Classic?

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Hint: Here’s Johnny… 😨


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An elderly woman prayed for help—and the universe delivered in the funniest way. 😅 Got a better joke? Make us laugh in the forum!


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One Cool Cat With Extra Fizz

Isn’t this the best costume ever? 🎃 Simple, quick, and definitely budget-friendly—just the kind of Halloween creativity we can all appreciate. This clever cat looks so pleased with his “cola couture”, it’s hard not to smile back at him. And with that cute little face, he’s clearly no Coke Zero in the sweetness department. What’s the funniest or most adorable costume your pet’s ever worn? Share your photos with us!


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1864 - Nevada became the 36th state of the US.

1941 - After nearly 15 years, the Mount Rushmore National Memorial was completed.

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


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“If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer.”
— Henry David Thoreau

Have you ever gone against the crowd or followed your own path—and been glad you did? Share your stories here!


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Today’s trivia answer: B. 

Samhainophobia comes from “Samhain”, the ancient Celtic festival that inspired Halloween.