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The GrayVine Newsletter Wednesday 01.14.2026

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Wednesday Edition - January 14, 2026

Good morning, Member

Hey, hey, dear GrayViners! I hope your week is going well! My all-time favorite band just announced a tour last night, so I woke up smiling today. đŸ„° I’m already counting down the days until they’re back on stage. That got me wondering
 if you could see any music act live, past or present, who would you pick? Pop into the forum and tell us—we’d love to see who makes your list.

Now, let’s solve yesterday’s riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?

The answer is
 footsteps! Kudos to our ever-clever Riddle Masters!

For your next challenge, unscramble this: G R D O U N Y A P L

Send in your answer, and you might just spot your name in tomorrow’s winners list! Settle in—today’s lineup includes a $300 “homestead” credit, Social Security checks this week, a fun Bob Ross surprise, and a few must-reads to round it out. 

Emerald — Newsletter Writer


Social Security & MoneyNews & Finance



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CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

The unicorn is the national animal of which country?

Image source: juaraujotheartist/Unsplash

A. England

B. Ireland

C. Wales

D. Scotland


Fill in the Blank SeparatorFill In The Blank

“Cleanliness is next to _____.”

A. holiness

B. tidiness

C. loneliness

D. godliness

Complete this famous quote and send in your answer! Did you crack the last game? See if your name’s in the winners list!


Yesterday’s America SeparatorYesterday’s America

Remember This Switch?

Image source: Reddit

It sat quietly on the floor, right where your foot could find it without looking. Solid, simple, and easy to miss, it was part of driving that became second nature over time. No screens, no menus—just something you trusted to work when you needed it. Do you remember what this was used for? Take a trip down memory lane and share nostalgic stories with us!


Today's (Grand)Dad joke SeparatorToday's (Grand)Dad Joke

A burglar breaks in and gets a warning from an unexpected source. This joke only gets better from there. Got a funny bone? Make us laugh in the forum!


Awww of the day SeparatorAwww Of The Day

Image source: tandi.aplington/Tiktok

Love From Grandkids

A few grandkids decided to pull a wholesome prank on their grandpa, and it’s the kind of thing that melts your heart. One by one, they quietly got ready and waited, doing their best to keep straight faces. Their grandpa’s response is exactly what you’d hope for. It’s sweet, gentle, and full of the kind of family love that never gets old. Head to the forum to watch the whole moment unfold—and if you’ve caught a special moment on camera, we’d love to see it, too.


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - January 14, 2026

1794 - The first successful C-section in the US was performed.

1954 - Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe married baseball legend Joe DiMaggio.

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


Brain TrainingBrain Training


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Fascinating fact of the day SeparatorFascinating Fact Of The Day

Image source: lucas mendes/Pexels

A government once passed a law to control the ingredients and process of a traditional bread. Any guesses where? If you have a fun fact to share, post it in the forum!


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Today’s trivia answer: D. 

The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland.