August 26th is the 238th day of the year. There are 127 days remaining until the end of the year

Today is National Dog Day, Women’s Equality Day, National Cherry Popsicle Day, National Toilet Paper Day, Charcuterie Board Day, Musical Yoga Day and Horseshoe Day

— On this date in 580 A.D., toilet paper was invented in China (Before that in Ancient Rome & GreeceThey often used a sponge on a stick that was rinsed in water or vinegar. Other cultures: Many communities used corncobs, seashells, or sand)

— On this date in 1929, the first roller coaster was built

— On this date in 1973, The University of Texas at Arlington became the first accredited school to offer studies in belly dancing.

THINGS U NEED 2 NO:

Another Powerball drawing has come and gone without someone claiming the big jackpot. Wednesday’s Powerball drawing is now at $815 million, making it one of the seventh highest jackpots in Powerball history.

The Farmers’ Almanac has released its 209th edition, predicting a winter for 2025-2026 characterized by “Chill, Snow, Repeat” weather patterns across much of the United States. After a winter marked by record snowfall and extreme cold in 2024-2025, the upcoming season is expected to bring a more traditional winter experience, though not as harsh as the previous year.

Chipotle is delivering burritos with a new drone delivery service they call Zipotle. The drones gently lower the orders to the ground. Texas is the first state to get the new drone service. The drone can deliver burritos that weigh up to 5 lb 

US Open fans are paying $100 for caviar-topped chicken nuggets. Attendees either love or hate the extravagant dish. Some find it unique and worth trying, while others say it’s overpriced and unappetizing. 

A woman on TikTok is reminding the internet that it’s almost fall, so everyone should plan their “butter candles.”  That’s just butter frozen with a wick inside . . . and then placed in a loaf of bread and lit. 

Aldi is looking for 25 SUPER FANS, who will all get a year’s worth of FREE GROCERIES.  They define that as $1,700 worth.  That’s about $140 a month, or less than $5 a day. 

The Pizzana pizza chain in Southern California and Texas is going viral because they have created a pizza for dogs.  The 3.5-inch Pup Pizza features pumpkin, peanut butter, potato cubes, and pork. The Pup Pizza costs $8 and debuts today.

According to a new study the hardest working state is North Dakota, followed by Alaska and South Dakota. Coming in dead last this year, Michigan. Minnesota was ranked 19^th & Wisconsin was ranked 25^th.

Apple’s new foldable iPhone will have four cameras and a Touch ID in the power button. The phone will hit stores in the Fall of 2026. It will have a 7.8-inch display

Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood are returning to judge the 2026 season of American Idol. Auditions start today