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The GrayVine Newsletter Thursday 08.21.2025

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Thursday Edition - August 21, 2025

Good morning Member

Hey, hey, it’s Thursday! I just moved into a new condo this week, and wow, nothing kicks off nostalgia like unpacking old boxes. Suddenly, you’re asking yourself: what’s the longest you’ve ever owned something? Maybe it’s a trusty T-shirt, a handwritten love letter, or a random trinket you just can’t let go of. Head to the forum and share—what’s your longest-standing possession, and why’s it still with you?

Let’s go back to yesterday’s Word Unscramble: M A U C U V

The word is vacuum! Kudos to our brilliant Word Wizards!

Want more challenge? Here’s the week’s final riddle: I hold the world in printed lines. I whisper tales through silent signs. Turn my page, the story grows. What am I?

Share your answer here—and if you nail it, tomorrow’s shout-out is all yours! For now, let’s see what’s grabbing headlines nationwide!

Sophia — Newsletter Writer



Breaking News SeparatorBreaking News

Stories You Should Know

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Fun & GamesFun & Games


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

Who sewed the first American flag?

Image credit: Unsplash/Brandon Mowinkel

A. Betsy Ross

B. Rebecca Young

C. Martha Washington

D. Francis Hopkinson


Let's Save - Today's Deals SeparatorLet's Save - Today's Deals

Green Coco Hair Mask @ Remilia Hair*

20% off with code LABOR20.*

Torch Lamp $7 @ Five Below

Glow wild without the fire.

Wall Holder $13.99 @ Amazon

Always within reach.

Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated.


Recipe of the day SeparatorRecipe Of The Day

Steak Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

Image source: The Pioneer Woman

Grilled steak meets crisp lettuce with a tangy peanut twist.

You can find the full recipe below!


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

Image source: The GrayVine

It’s a bit tricky, but I know you’ll solve this puzzle! Submit your answer here.

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


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - August 21, 2025

1942 - The animated classic Bambi debuted in US theaters.

1959 - Hawaii officially became the 50th US state.

What else happened On This Day throughout history? See them here!


Picture of the Day SeparatorPicture Of The Day

Image source: Reddit

Whispers of the Woods

This path looks like it was pulled straight out of a storybook—arched branches, sunlight sneaking through the leaves, and that curve in the road begging you to see what’s around the bend. It’s the kind of place that makes you wonder what secrets the woods might be keeping. Would you wander down this trail, or stay and soak in the view? If a picture is worth a thousand words, let’s fill the forum with great stories!


Fact of the Day SeparatorFront Porch Forum

Image Source: Pexels/Kampus Production

Front Porch Forum: Celebrated Everyone But Me

Gather ’round, GrayViners! Today’s letter comes from “Celebrated Everyone But Me”, who spent 41 years at the same job, but… Read it here and share your thoughts!

Got a concern you'd like us to share with everyone? Start a conversation here!


Word of the Day SeparatorWord Of The Day

Macabre

(MUH-KAAB) Something gruesome, unsettling, or disturbing, typically involving death.

When used in a sentence: “The abandoned house had a macabre atmosphere, with broken windows and a deteriorating roof."

Today’s trivia answer: A 

Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag.