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If you happen to be traveling through Florida’s Gulf Coast in late April, you might want to watch out for flying fish. For the past 37 years, Perdido Key’s Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and Oyster Bar has hosted an event where contestants see how far they can fling a mullet—the fish, not the haircut —across the Florida-Alabama state line. “We have chairs that line both sides of the area where the mullet fly,” Flora-Bama owner and founder of The Legendary Interstate Mullet Toss, Joe Gilchrist, told Southern Living....

Do you have new or gently used military boots sitting around that you don’t use? Fort Bragg needs your help! The North Carolina military installation is asking for boot donations for a memorial display in August. Military boots fill the field at Hedrick Stadium during the annual Run, Honor, Remember 5K Memorial, with each boot representing a service member who has fallen. “Enjoy a non-competitive 5K run/walk and pay tribute to our fallen Soldiers to remember their sacrifice as you pass by the boots lining the field,” the event’s description reads....

Trees make shady High Point the perfect summer escape. Not only do the maples, oaks, cherries, and pines give ample coverage from the sun, but they also lure woodworkers to this town founded in 1859, cementing its status as the Furniture Capital of the World. Fortunately, High Point believes that furnishing your home need not cost a fortune. Whatever you desire–rugs, chairs, beds, armoires, entertainment centers, tables, lamps, curtains–may all be found in the area known for some of the best prices anywhere....

As companies shutter their offices across the globe in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many are having to adapt quickly to working remotely. As someone who has been doing the work-from-home-shuffle since 2016, I’ve got two words: stretch breaks (and two more: dual monitors). Another key practice for me? In place of a “morning commute,” start your day with the same ritual every morning. Since you don’t have, say, a 40-minute bus ride or drive to ease into the work day, start your day with a routine to signify the beginning of work....

It’s one of those deeply personal things, one’s preference for potato salad. My grandmother made a German potato salad that was served warm and had bits of diced ham in it. Her children went bonkers for it — the in-laws not so much. There are some who prefer a Dijon-based vinaigrette and round discs of red potatoes with the skin still on. Others love to throw in a generous handful of dill or a big heaping spoonful of relish....

Theories are flying after a video of a large, reptile-like animal swimming in a North Carolina inlet went viral last week. Chaisin’ Tails Outdoors, a saltwater bait and tackle shop in Atlantic Beach, shared a clip of the mystery creature and its confusing movements on Facebook Tuesday. “Something you don’t see everyday,” the shop wrote alongside a video taken by captain Daniel Griffee. “Whales or the Loch Ness Monster in the port this morning....

We may all be feeling sapped of the usual levels of holiday merriment this year in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, but the Drummond family has seriously brightened our spirits with some oh-so-adorable photos. The reason for the smiles gracing our lips? The Drummond kiddos—biological children Alex, Paige, Bryce, Todd, and foster son Jamar—all dressed up in holidays-themed onesie pajamas. The bright green PJs of choice feature candy canes, Christmas trees, wrapped presents, gingerbread men, snowflakes, ornaments, and Santa Claus, making them quite the eye-catching look....

When we’re searching for the perfect paint color to give our spaces a fresh face-lift, we tend to look toward forecasters who’ve selected of-the-moment shades for inspiration. 2021 was all about comfortable, earthy hues, such as Behr’s terracotta-like Canyon Dusk to Benjamin Moore’s sea-inspired Aegean Teal. For 2022, paint brands have made clear the defining color for the new year: sage green. From Sherwin-Williams’ Evergreen Fog and Valspar’s Blanched Thyme to Benjamin Moore’s October Mist, this color’s major decorating moment is here to stay....

In the aftermath of the historic flooding that devastated parts of Humphreys County, Tennessee, over the weekend, one local animal shelter is appealing to the community for help. Waverly Animal Shelter, which was already “bursting at the seams” before the flood, shared on Facebook Sunday that they are in immediate need of foster homes for dozens of displaced animals. The shelter added that they’re still unsure of which animals will need foster homes, but plan to post individually “once we get a handle on everything....

Is the pinnacle of poultry cookery a whole roasted chicken? If the statement is true, I’ve found a revelation in roasting the humble bird…well for now anyway. With no shortage of ways to cook chicken, the simple roasted version has always been my favorite and yet the most difficult to get consistent results. In fact, for years, I’ve continued to alter my preparations, methods, and seasonings in hopes of creating my version of pure culinary bliss....

From the gas lanterns lining the downtown streets to the 18th-century brick facades, Fredericksburg, Virginia, exudes a quiet, calm energy. While the town has a palpable sense of history, it can be difficult to imagine that the picturesque area was once the site of the Battle of Fredericksburg, one of the largest battles of the Civil War. Today, visitors can experience the changing seasons while walking Prospect Hill, staying in charming bed-and-breakfasts, and taking in the scenes along the Rappahannock River....

The slow cooker is a jack-of-all-trades. It can make dinnertime a breeze, but did you know it could lend its skills to the breakfast table too? Thanks to the slow cooker, it couldn’t be easier to whip up scrambled eggs for a crowd. In fact, it has become our new favorite method for preparing scrambled eggs, full stop. All you have to do is mix it, set it, and forget it....

Few dishes are more iconic or beloved than pimiento cheese. A food deeply engrained in Southern culture, this staple can be made simply with mayonnaise, grated sharp Cheddar cheese, and diced pimientos. Smear a glob of creamy pimiento cheese on soft slices of crustless white bread, swipe the spread on buttery crackers and crisp sticks of celery, or eat it straight from the container. For generations, it’s been a fixture in lunch boxes, a go-to for luncheons, and a perpetually crowd-pleasing appetizer....

Any way you slice it, bacon is a Southern cooking phenom. Whether we’re dipping it into our runny egg yolks in the morning, piling it high between two white bread slices with some Duke’s, or sprinkling it over our favorite pasta recipes, it gives that punch of mouthwatering saltiness and crunch that can never be topped. Stocking your freezer with bacon is a surefire way to save the day when time is scarce, but the hunger is real....

I popped the pink-and-green tin into my basket on a whim. I’m a tea person, so it wasn’t unusual. Also, despite the rising summer temps, I’m not averse to a hot cup of tea on a hot day. I forgot about the tin, and it was gradually buried beneath various TJ’s sundries—a bag of kale, frozen mango, plantain chips (always plantain chips), etc. Later, when putting away the Sunday shop, I unearthed the Trader Joe’s Mint Watermelon Flavored Black Tea....

Isn’t it amazing how the addition of a fun, new décor piece in your home can brighten up your day? Currently, we’re loving the ēdn SmallGarden, a Wi-FI powered garden idea for brown thumbs to grow gorgeous flowers or fresh herbs, gallery walls with colorful art, and Christmas lights in January just because. Speaking of those happy customers, those reviews really are glowing (pun intended): “The lighting it gives is so cozy and inviting, we could never go back to a regular bulb....

There are few occasions where Southerners would not include pimento cheese on the menu. The delicious cheddar cheese and pimento pepper spread is as appropriate and welcome at a picnic on the beach as at a white tablecloth restaurant or the South’s most famous golf tournament. And like gumbo, collard greens, and pecan pie, this Southern food star is always best homemade. But if you aren’t up for making the versatile spread yourself, or need it on the go, the next best thing is Palmetto Cheese, the pimento cheese company with roots in South Carolina’s Lowcountry....

The houses aren’t the only thing we’re jealous of on Home Town. From flowy dresses to trendy jumpsuits, Erin Napier’s flawless sense of style extends to her wardrobe. And it’s a wardrobe you can now buy for a good cause. The ever-generous HGTV host revealed on Instagram that she’s donated a lot of her outfits featured in the past four seasons of Home Town to The Remnant, “a co-op shop with a purpose” in Laurel, Mississippi....

When you’re striving for an organized home it feels like every available cupboard should be used to store every item in its proper place. However, sometimes the most convenient spot isn’t the right spot. For an example, look no further than the under the kitchen sink.There is usually plenty of available space, conveniently located in the heart of the cooking area. Easy accessibility is great for some items, but if there are children or pets that either live or visit the home, that accessibility can be risky....

Everything in your home needs a good deep clean on a regular basis, but are there certain items in your home that you’re cleaning too often? While there’s nothing wrong with ensuring that your home is a safe, clean atmosphere, we thought it might be helpful to point out a few items that don’t need a deep clean as often as you may think. Plus, if you’re feeling like you never get a break from cleaning, here’s your sign that you can press pause on at least a few areas in your home....