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COLORADO | Colorado residents, like their neighbor Arizona, do not want guacamole.

The most common food delivery request in every state

July 21, 2020 at 7:58 a.m.

Uber Eats just released their 2020 Cravings Report, and a lot of Americans ask for the same things in their online orders. The report did not include Alaska or South...

POPCORN | Get ready for a drive-in movie night by stocking up on popcorn. Popcorn kernels can be stored for five years if the packaging is unopened, but only two years if the seal has been broken on the packaging. Microwavable popcorn will last for one year.

These 25 foods have surprisingly long shelf lives

March 25, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.

Whether you're prepping for an emergency situation or you just don't want to go shopping more often than you need to, you'll be pleased to know that these groceries have...

DELAWARE | Forty-one percent of Delaware's 739,951 adults are at high risk.

Study reveals how many adults in each state are high risk for coronavirus complications

July 17, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.

The U.S. is continuing to see flare-ups of coronavirus cases while lockdown restrictions are loosened in most states. As travel restrictions are lifted, gyms and restaurants begin to allow patrons...

ALABAMA | If you or your family members are animal lovers, visit the Birmingham Zoo for behind-the-scenes tours and animal lessons from staff members.

Vacation across America virtually with online tours from every state

June 24, 2020 at 8:04 a.m.

Social distancing might be easier in some states than others, however, these practices are important to maintain as the pandemic continues. Coronavirus etiquette such as wearing masks and continuing to...

#40 INDIANA | Indiana scored a 42.23 out of 100. The state ranked low for travel and tourism spending — something that might continue to decline around the country now that Americans are planning vacations differently in the wake of coronavirus.

The most difficult states to practice social distancing

June 5, 2020 at 4:25 p.m.

Humans are social creatures. We gather at school, work, church, parks, parties, bars and restaurants and other places for activities. Social distancing to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus...

PICNIC IN THE BACKYARD | You can still order out your favorite foods to celebrate Juneteenth and support a local business at the same time. Spread out at a picnic table; pull out plates, napkins and cutlery; put your favorite music on and enjoy an outdoor lunch as you reflect on the importance of the day.

How to celebrate Juneteenth at home

June 17, 2021 at 9:43 a.m.

Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is celebrated on June 19, which was the day in 1865 when about 250,000 slaves in...

PPE | The IHRSA recommends that protective equipment is worn by all staff members. In order to reduce the risk of the virus spreading amongst one another, employees should wear face masks, gloves and all other necessary protective gear.

What will gyms look like after coronavirus?

May 29, 2020 at 12:01 p.m.

State restrictions are slowly being relaxed and workout facilities have begun to implement new changes and guidelines. Here are some of the ways they will look a bit different.

2002|Travis Sasser, 10, jumps over a wave as Corey Gamble, 13, stands by on Coney Island beach May 27, 2002, in Brooklyn, New York.

It’s all fun and sun in these photos from beach days gone by

June 23, 2020 at 4:03 p.m.

Beach days have looked different through the years but one thing has stayed the same: A sunny day in the sand is a summer staple. (Rosie Siefert, The Active Times)

LIMITED CONTACT BETWEEN WAIT STAFF AND GUESTS | Contact between waitstaff and guests should be limited. The National Restaurant Association recommends installing plexiglass and replacing person-to-person interactions with technology where it's possible to do so.

From sneeze guards to seating, what restaurants could look like after coronavirus

July 29, 2020 at 9:56 p.m.

A lot has changed since diners were last able to gather in crowded restaurants. Here are some guidelines for the post-pandemic dining scene set by the Centers for Disease Control...

Uncle Louie's (Columbia, South Carolina) | This laid-back dive bar almost made it to its 20th anniversary, but it had to close just shy of that date due to financial concerns and uncertainty about when businesses could be back in full swing. The restaurant's parting message on Facebook reminded regulars to continue to "eat and drink local, tip your bartenders, and be good to each other."

Beloved restaurants across the country that have closed during the coronavirus pandemic

May 16, 2020 at 11:10 a.m.

Restaurants and bars across the country are struggling with dine-in restrictions as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. By the end of the year, the restaurant industry will lose a...

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