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The GrayVine Newsletter Thursday 09.04.2025

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Thursday Edition - September 4, 2025
Good morning Member
Hey GrayViners, I hope your day’s off to a bright start! I’ve got a farewell party coming up in a few days for a close friend who’s moving abroad, and it’s got me thinking about what I’d bring to the potluck we’re planning. The fun twist is that everyone’s dish must start with the first letter of their name.
Since mine starts with S for Sophia, I’m bringing spaghetti! 🍝 How about you? If you had to bring a dish to a potluck that starts with the same letter as your name, what would you pick? Be as creative as you want—and share it with us!
Let’s look back at yesterday’s Word Unscramble: C H T I S R O
The word is ostrich! Cheers to our brilliant Word Wizards!
For today’s challenge, I'll leave you with this: 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?
Submit your answer here, and who knows? You might be included in our shout-out tomorrow. So, what’s new in and around the US today? Let’s see...
Sophia — Newsletter Writer
Breaking News
Live in this part of the US? Don’t miss one state-backed program that makes medicine easier to afford.
There’s a new Social Security change on the horizon, and this time, it’s something you’ll be glad to hear.
Wish you had help getting things done? Now you do—this service is just a phone call away*.
Your wallet can relax this month. September’s stacked with these freebies you don’t want to miss—from tasty freebies to fun outings!
Need help choosing your next page-turner? Try these Celebrity Book Club Picks from Book Outlet.*
Police warn of an "invisible threat" in banks that makes your money vanish before it hits your hands. Here’s what to watch out for.
Do you usually reach for this treat, Member? Think twice—it’s under recall after a hidden “life-threatening” ingredient was found.
From cookbooks filled with delicious ideas to timeless classics that never fade, discover fresh stories you’ll love at half the price.
Heads up, Amazon shoppers: this perk you’ve had for years is going away, and it could affect how you order and save.
Free same-day delivery, extra discounts, and more: Target is giving away a $99 membership to select shoppers. Could YOU be one of them?
On top of that, ALDI just slashed prices on 7 favorites this week. Which deal will you grab first?
She fell in love at 85, started teaching friendship at 98, and now, at 100, she’s sharing her secret to a fuller life. Want to try it yourself?
Experts warned your Social Security checks could shrink by 24% in a few years. How can you protect your retirement?
More than 1,000 health officials are pushing for a major shakeup at the Health Department. See what they want from RFK Jr.
It’s never too late to dream of living overseas. These countries are offering Americans a path to a second passport.
Have fun with TGV games: Alphabetical US Places, Word Pairs, Word Explorers, and Word Association!
With a glass of wine in hand, a widow told the ranch hand to take off one thing after another… but her last request was the real kicker.
Craving takeout? Try whipping up this stir-fry dish that comes together in just one pan instead.
Today’s Trivia
The board game Scrabble was first sold in which decade?

Image source: Pixabay/Pexels
A. 1930s
B. 1940s
C. 1950s
D. 1960s
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Recipe Of The Day
Panko-Crusted Pork Chops with Carrot Mash

Image credit: Pioneer Woman
Cozy flavors with a little modern flair.
You can find the full recipe below!
What's The Image Saying?

Image source: The GrayVine
Looks can be deceiving, but I know you’ll solve this puzzle! Drop your answers here.
Think you solved the last game? Check if you earned a shout-out here!
On This Day In History - September 4, 2025
1781 - Los Angeles was founded by 44 settlers under Spanish rule.
1993 - Jim Abbott, pitching for the Yankees, threw a no-hitter against Cleveland.
Wondering what else happened On This Day? Take a walk down memory lane here!
Picture Of The Day

Image source: Member lindadominguez/The GrayVine
Happy Place
Shout-out to GrayViner @lindadominguez for sharing this gorgeous glimpse of Yosemite—her true “happy place”! Towering pines, sweeping cliffs, and skies that seem to go on forever… It's the kind of view that makes you breathe a little deeper. Where is YOUR happy place? We’d love to see it—share a photo with us!
Front Porch Forum

Image source: Freepik
Front Porch Forum: “Help or Enablement?”
Take a seat, GrayViners! Someone’s written in for advice… Read on and let us know your thoughts.
Want to get something off your chest? Start a conversation here!
Word Of The Day
CANDOR
(KAN-DER) The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward.
When used in a sentence, it reads: “He spoke with candor about the challenges he faced.”
Today’s trivia answer: B.
Scrabble was first sold in the 1940s and became a household favorite.