McDonald’s has heard the complaints and is bringing back the fan-favorite Hi-C Orange drink after a nearly four-year absence from soda fountains. The orange-colored beverage will begin reappearing in select US restaurants this month and will be available nationwide by June. McDonald’s said in a release that its return was prompted by boisterous fans on
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EL PASO, Texas – El Pasoans took time to celebrate Feb. 9, which is National Pizza Day. And whether you prefer dining in, carry-out or delivery, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your pizza. According to NationalToday.com, 57 percent of Americans love pizza and 30 percent say they eat pizza once a week. Some
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EL PASO, Texas– With Valentine’s day coming up, one El Paso mom is hoping the community can help lift her daughters spirits after she was diagnosed with leukemia late last year. It was back in September when Claudia Lerma and Diego Tarin noticed that their energetic 3-year-old daughter, Aiyanna, wasn’t being herself. “All of a
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EL PASO, Texas – All independent, outdoor youth sports and activities will be allowed to resume this coming Friday, according to an announcement made by the El Paso Parks and Recreation Department. The announcement was made after receiving guidance from the Office of Emergency Management and the Public Health Department, officials said. The return of
Continue Reading Need a change of scenery? If you’re waiting for a sign, here it is: a Mississippi city will pay you $6,000 to pick up and move there for a year. The city of Natchez is calling on remote workers across the country to relocate to their “charming and historic community” for one year through a
Continue Reading People have been living in a storm of stress during the ongoing pandemic and political turmoil, which has had a negative impact on our well-being. A little bit of stress is good, and essential for survival, but severe or prolonged stress can increase the risk for stress-related diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, Alzheimer’s disease,
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EL PASO, Texas– Despite the pandemic, one Pebble Hills high school senior was able to accomplish two musical milestones. One of those milestones was becoming the second person ever from El Paso to earn the right to be called a 4-year Texas All-state choir member, but for Raul Romero, joining choir wasn’t always his plan.
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TAMPA, Florida — During this year’s Super Bowl, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reigned supreme on the field. During advertising’s biggest night, there were hits and misses as well among the commercials. Overall, this year’s crop of Super Bowl ads focused on light humor that strove to entertain and connect. But that made the few ads
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BLINDING LIGHTS 🙌 @TheWeeknd #PepsiHalftime #SBLV pic.twitter.com/Qv9yyW8wED— NFL (@NFL) February 8, 2021 .@TheWeeknd kicks off the #PepsiHalftime show with Starboy! #SBLV pic.twitter.com/DFAi1LNtNl— NFL (@NFL) February 8, 2021 🔥🔥🔥 @TheWeeknd #PepsiHalftime #SBLV pic.twitter.com/QCFlAPcion— NFL (@NFL) February 8, 2021 TAMPA BAY, Florida — The Weeknd kept us guessing for months. And the bandages were back, but not on
Continue Reading Fluff up your favorite recliner and get ready to drown the piercing shriek of reality in a warm bowl of nacho cheese: It’s Super Bowl time again! Yes, you cannot get rid of the Super Bowl. It’s scientifically impossible. When the world as we know it is reduced to ashes, all that’s left will be
Continue Reading The 17th Puppy Bowl ended in dramatic fashion Sunday with a come-from-behind win by Team Ruff. Trailing by three points with under a minute left, Team Ruff’s Big Boss Paulie (American Staffordshire Terrier and Dutch Shepherd mix) sprinted for a touchdown as the clock ran out. Team Ruff defeated Team Fluff in a final score
Continue Reading As a Pittsburgher by birth, I’ve got a lot of hometown pride. (Just ask anyone who’s ever met me.) I love Heinz Ketchup, the Pirates, the Steelers, the Penguins, Mister Rogers, Andy Warhol — and our city’s famous Primanti Bros. sandwiches. And I was really looking forward to making my homemade version of a Primanti’s
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EL PASO, Texas — Throughout the month of February, El Paso and Las Cruces Albertsons grocery stores will be raising funds to help several non-profit pet shelters in the community. One of those shelters is the Animal Rescue League of El Paso. “When Albertsons called and asked if we wanted to participate we couldn’t of
Continue Reading Here’s some background information about Valentine’s Day, celebrated every February 14. Facts There are several different theories about the origins of Valentine’s Day. The ancient Romans held the festival of Lupercalia on February 15 to protect themselves from wolves. Men struck people with strips of animal hide; women believed that this made them more fertile.
Continue Reading This is one sweet offer. A Canadian company is looking to pay people to try their candy and rate it. And the best part is, the job is remote. The Candy Funhouse is an online candy store that is seeking full-time and part-time workers willing to try out, and honestly review, their candies and chocolates
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The pandemic has affected nearly every facet of daily life and the Super Bowl is no exception. The yearly game to settle who is the champion of the NFL is this Sunday. The game, along with its accompanying hype and parties, comes just as health officials are begging Americans to hunker down to help stop
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Ascarate Golf Course will be reopening to the public on Friday after being shut down for months because of the Covid-19 pandemic. El Paso County Commissioner’s Court agreed Monday to open back up the course at Ascarate Park after hearing reports of declining hospitalization rates. The course will reopen at 6
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EL PASO, Texas — Spending Valentine’s Day alone can sting, which is why the El Paso Zoo is once again giving people a chance to poke some fun at an ex-boyfriend or girlfriend while giving back to a good cause. This year’s third annual edition of the zoo’s widely popular “Quit Bugging Me” event features even
Continue Reading If you felt like a new fried chicken sandwich debuted every day in January, you’re not far off. Some chains tried their best to slim down, while others did the exact opposite. The flurry of chicken sandwich additions are notable because several chains have eliminated a number of items over the past year to shed
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EL PASO, Texas- For 16-year-old Savannah Grajeda, her personal outfits of the day can now be yours and it’s all thanks to Instagram and a new outfit of the day app named Teleport. “So with Instagram I’ve always liked the different looks and just showing who you really are on Instagram,” said Savannah Grajedga. To
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EL PASO, Texas — El Paso International Airport officials have announced the addition of a new airline that will begin providing non-stop service next month to Carlsbad, along with continuing service to Albuquerque, in New Mexico. The airline, San Francisco-based Boutique Air, said the new service starting Feb. 2 will be flown on eight-seat King
Continue Reading One of the greatest duos of all time — macaroni and cheese — is getting a Valentine’s Day makeover. The Kraft Heinz Company is giving away 1,000 boxes of pink Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese to celebrate Cupid’s big day. Giveaway winners will receive a box of the classic macaroni and cheese along with a
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What if you could get paid for sleeping? Well, guess what — you can: $3,000 to be exact. Sleep Junkie, a mattress reviewing platform, is looking for a “Sleeping Beauty” who will get paid for snoozing. “Our Sleeping Beauty will become our official mattress tester, providing honest advice on some of the US’s top rated
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TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, New Mexico — Businesses throughout the region have been impacted by Covid-19, and southern New Mexico communities have not been immune to these hits. A popular one-day trip for many Borderland residents are the hot spas in Truth or Consequences. The Riverbend Hot Springs has seen a decline in customers due to
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY, California — The Coachella and Stagecoach festivals, two of Southern California’s largest music celebrations, have again been canceled under an order issued Friday by the Riverside County health officer. Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser said the decision was “based on concerns of a fall resurgence of Covid-19 both within the county of
Continue Reading Skinny jeans have had their moment. Comfy clothing is what consumers want now, and Levi’s is ready to deliver with more generous-fitting and downright baggy jeans this year. The iconic American denim brand said it’s helping facilitate the switch from skinny to baggy. “I think we’re kind of leading this trend to some extent,” Levi
Continue Reading Still haven’t received your $600 stimulus payment? Check the mail for a debit card. The Internal Revenue Service sent out more than 100 million payments in January, which were approved by Congress late last year. The vast majority of payments were directly deposited into personal bank accounts, but others are receiving either a paper check
Continue Reading Severe cases of Covid-19 might impact the quality of a man’s sperm, thus possibly impacting his fertility, according to a new study published Thursday in the journal Reproduction. “This report provides the first direct evidence to date that COVID-19 infection impairs semen quality and male reproductive potential,” the study said. However, experts not involved in
Continue Reading A year into the pandemic, winter is the last of the four seasons we’re newly experiencing during this crisis. Each season has had its curveballs, but one winter challenge may be staying warm if you can’t afford or are cutting back on indoor heating. Since we still need to prevent spreading the coronavirus, pre-pandemic ways
Continue Reading If you’re having a hard time finding Grape-Nuts at your local supermarket, you are not alone. The pandemic has come for Grape-Nuts. Supply chain constraints and higher demand for cereal have led to shortages of the product, Kristin DeRock, Grape-Nuts Brand Manager, said in an emailed statement. Grape-Nuts should be “fully back” on shelves in
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