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Speedway, brewery produce beer for big race

MILL HALL — A partnership is brewing between Clinton County Speedway and Lee Powers, of Floating Feathers Brewing Company, Mill Hall. The two are working together to produce a 16-ounce pilsner for the speedway, according to the press release. “Working with Lee and his staff, we came up with the idea of a special beer for our largest race of the season, said Jason McCahan, speedway promoter. “On Saturday, Aug. 12, we host the 410 Sprint Cars for the Phil Walter Classic, paying $6,300 to win and now we have a beer for our biggest race of the season.” The can will feature a ...

5 strategies for wasting less food in the kitchen

Nobody likes to waste food, especially when grocery prices are high and landfills keep growing. It feels like an imperative to make use of every ingredient we buy (or maybe grow). But about 40% of food in the U.S. is wasted, according to estimates from the non-profit Feed America and other sources. That figure includes excess from industry, grocery stores, restaurants and our very own kitchens. There are lots of ways to reduce the amount of wasted food at home, and many are downright easy. Any step in the right direction is progress, and the results are satisfying on many ...

Celebrate the season with a salad charcuterie board

FAMILY FEATURES — Summer celebrations come in many forms — backyard games, fun at the pool, time with family — but perhaps a favorite is enjoying fresh, delicious foods that are easy to prepare. Put a twist on the classic Caesar salad this summer with crunchy textures and energizing ...

Potatoes are the perfect side dish to steak

Potatoes are often the unsung heroes of meals. They work any time of the day and with most meals. Hash browns accompany eggs at breakfast, French fries are ideal with sandwiches come lunchtime, and there’s no limiting potatoes at dinner. They can be the star of the show with potato gnocchi ...

Heart-healthy Hawaiian chicken makes a tasty meal in the summer

FAMILY FEATURES — As you plan your summer fun, think also about adopting healthy habits that can help keep your blood pressure under control. When your blood pressure is consistently high — a condition called hypertension — blood flows through arteries at higher-than-normal pressures. ...

Elevate summer entertaining with dinners featuring fruit

FAMILY FEATURES — As families and friends gather on patios and decks to enjoy the warmth of summer and meals fresh off the grill, many are searching for that perfect ingredient that can complement salads, appetizers, main courses, desserts and more. This year, you can turn to pecans to ...