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The GrayVine Newsletter Thursday 01.29.2026

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Thursday Edition - February 20, 2026

Good morning Member

Hello, GrayViners! ☀ How are you today? While eating breakfast earlier, I found myself thinking about foods that quietly fade from the spotlight. Not because they stopped being good, but because tastes and trends shifted. For me, it’s raisins and goulash. I still enjoy them, but they don’t get much attention anymore. Is there a food or meal you feel is losing popularity, even though you still love it? Was it something from childhood, or a habit you never let go of? Let’s talk about it in the forum. đŸ˜Š

Let’s revisit yesterday’s Word Unscramble: L L W O N S A F

The word is snowfall! Hats off to our brilliant Word Wizards!

Want a new challenge? Here’s this week’s final riddle: What kind of room has no doors or windows?

Share your answer here, and if you’re spot-on, you’ll get a shout-out tomorrow. Today we’re unpacking a few stories: Tax-season scams, a grocery buy to rethink, a simple sugar-versus-carbs guide, food deals worth checking out, and a lot more.

Veronica — Newsletter Writer


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Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

How many Billboard #1 hit did Elvis have?

Image source: Adam Nemeroff/Unsplash

A. 10

B. 12

C. 15

D. 18


Fact of the Day SeparatorFront Porch Forum

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“Am I being oversensitive for feeling ignored by my own book club?”

Gather ’round, everyone! A GrayViner is in a tender situation many might relate to. Read their story and share your advice.

Got a concern you’d like to talk about? Start a conversation with us.


What's the Image Saying SeparatorWhat's The Image Saying?

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Looks can be deceiving, but I know you’ll solve this puzzle! Drop your answer here.

Did you crack the last game? See if you earned a shout-out!


Recipe of the day SeparatorRecipe Of The Day

Easy Red Beans & Rice

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A lighter take on a Louisiana classic.

You can find the full recipe below!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - February 20, 2026

1845 - Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven was first published.

1861 - Kansas became the 34th state to join the Union.

Take a trip down memory lane and see what else happened on this day in history.


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A Split-Second Surprise

Well, this is certainly not your everyday bird photo. According to the photographer, the clouds parted and the sun appeared just as this curious pelican swooped straight toward the camera, creating a wonderfully up-close shot. Have you seen anything more surprising than this lately? We’d love to see your special moments, too—share your photos with us so we can feature them!


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Word of the Day SeparatorWord Of The Day

PERNICIOUS

(per-NISH-us) Having a harmful effect, often gradually.

When used in a sentence: “The rumor had a pernicious influence on the community.”


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Today’s trivia answer: D.

Elvis Presley had 18 songs reach No. 1 on the Billboard charts.