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The GrayVine Newsletter Tuesday 02.17.2026

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Tuesday Edition - February 17, 2026
Good morning Member
Happy Tuesday, Grayviners! Isnât it funny how we promise weâll never sound like our parents⌠and then one day we catch ourselves saying exactly what they used to say? A phrase we once rolled our eyes at slips out like second nature. Whatâs something your parents or grandparents used to say that you now repeat? Mine? âClose the fridge door!â đ I didnât get it then, but now itâs automatic. Share your line in the forumâand the story behind it. Bonus points if you can still hear their voice when you type it. đ
Letâs revisit yesterdayâs Word Unscramble: B I L Y A R R
The word is library! Well done to our Word Wizards who nailed it!
Now, here's today's riddle: What canât talk but will reply when spoken to?
Drop your answer when youâre readyâyou could be in tomorrowâs shout-out! Todayâs lineup includes food benefit changes, a possible phone bill charge, Costco and Red Lobster deals, scam tactics retirees should watch for, and more.
Veronica â Newsletter Writer
News & Finance
Early estimates are shaping next yearâs Social Security COLA. Hereâs what the first numbers suggest for your monthly benefit.
Declare independence from overpriced e-bikes. This Presidentsâ Day, enjoy up to 60% off retail*âexclusively at Upway.
After a major data breach exposed millions of personal and medical records, this pharmacy giant is now offering up to $10,000 for those affected.
This "miracle" supplement has been recalled nationwide over a bacterial contamination that could potentially turn deadly. Check your bottle.
More limits at checkout? Several states are quietly narrowing what food benefits can cover, and the changes are already rolling out.
Supporters say itâs lifesaving; critics say it adds another burden. This proposal could raise your phone billâwhere do you stand?
For seven decades, he starred in some of our most beloved films. Now, fans are paying tribute to the Oscar winner who sadly passed at 95.
Editor's Picks
Sweet Deals & Small Delights
Valentineâs may be behind us, but meaningful care lasts all year. This daily skincare ritual is designed to honor skin thatâs lived and loved.
Sweet, simple, and absolutely FREE. Krispy Kreme is celebrating Mardi Gras with a doughnut giveawayâthereâs just one little twist. đŠ
Costcoâs bakery just got exciting again, with fans declaring these returning favorites are âhands down the bestâ. Grab them before they disappear.
Craving seafood without the splurge? Red Lobsterâs lunch deal features 10 favorites under $10⌠if you know when to stop by.
He calls this habit harmless. She calls it unforgettable. Either way, Sunday hasnât been the same since. đ
This basic pantry staple gets elevated with classic technique and bold flavor, proving weeknight cooking can be easy, cheap, and impressive. đ˝ď¸
Extra Reads You Might Enjoy
Scam tactics are slipping past cautious retirees and draining savings fast. Would you spot the warning signs in time?
Some dementia triggers arenât what you think. A few everyday habits may be quietly increasing your riskâand you can start fixing them today.
Who says adventure has an age limit? More seniors are discovering experiences that spark new friendships and real excitement.
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Todayâs Trivia
Which animal has males that carry the babies?

Image Source: Pexels/Kalistro
A. Penguins
B. Seahorse
C. Wolves
D. Swans
Front Porch Forum

Image Source: Matthias Zomer/Pexels
âShould I stop hosting family dinners if I feel like no one really wants to be here anymore?â
Pull up a seat, GrayViners! An anonymous sender needs your advice... Read on and let us know your thoughts.
Got a concern you'd like to share with everyone? Start a conversation here!
What's The Image Saying?

Image Source: The GrayVine
Iâm sure you can figure out what this image is saying, so share your answer here once you get it! đ
Did you solve the last game? See if you won a shout-out!
Recipe Of The Day
BBQ Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes

Image source: Delish
Smoky, sweet, and hearty.
You can find the full recipe below!
On This Day In History - February 17, 2026
1801 - The House elected Thomas Jefferson president after an Electoral College tie.
1969 - Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash recorded an album that was never released.
Wondering what else happened On This Day? Take a walk down memory lane here!
Picture Of The Day

Image source: Limp_Yogurtcloset_71/Reddit
A Full Belly and a Flop
Photographer Johan J. Botha was watching a pride of nine lions at a fresh kill, cubs included, when one overfed cub rolled onto its back and stayed there, gazing up in full-belly surrender. With the hunt over, this future king looked more like a content housecat than a fierce predator. Itâs a sweet reminder that even in the wild, there are soft, comical moments of pure satisfaction. Have you ever caught an animal in a surprisingly human moment? Weâd love to see what caught your eye. đŚđ
Word Of The Day
SIBILANT
(SIB-UH-LUHNT) Making or characterized by a hissing sound.
When used in a sentence: âThe sibilant whisper of the wind through the trees was eerie.â
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