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Keeping the Love of Food with Type 2 Diabetes

(Feature Impact) Living with Type 2 diabetes often means making adjustments to your daily routine, especially when it comes to food. Although adjusting to life with diabetes may take time, you don't have to give up your favorite foods and flavors. In fact, it can be an opportunity to discover meals that support your health goals while still enjoying the foods you love.

Cozy Up with Comforting Soups and Stews

(Feature Impact) As temperatures drop, few meals warm you from the inside out quite like Beef Stew with Rice or Hearty Rice Minestrone Soup. These comforting favorites deliver delicious flavor to the family table, and better yet, they don't require much time in the kitchen, making them particularly practical for busy weekdays.
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Winn-Dixie, the Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida partnered with Patmos Chapel for a Thanksgiving food distribution in Apopka on Thursday. The effort aimed to help 500 families prepare a holiday meal amid continued demand for food assistance.
Winn-Dixie and Second Harvest bring Thanksgiving meals to Apopka families
Winn-Dixie, the Winn-Dixie Gives Foundation, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida partnered with Patmos Chapel for a Thanksgiving food distribution in Apopka on Thursday. The effort aimed to help 500 families prepare a holiday meal amid continued demand for food assistance.
As demand for services grows and traditional funding becomes less predictable, nonprofits are looking for additional ways to sustain their work. Derrick Chubbs shares how Second Harvest’s Plate Above Catering turns meal purchases into support for hunger relief in Central Florida.
Turning purchases into purpose: A path to nonprofit sustainability
As demand for services grows and traditional funding becomes less predictable, nonprofits are looking for additional ways to sustain their work. Derrick Chubbs shares how Second Harvest’s Plate Above Catering turns meal purchases into support for hunger relief in Central Florida.
The Foundation for OCPS has received a $400,000 grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to strengthen school-based food pantries and expand access to nutritious food. The funding will support students and families facing food insecurity throughout Orange County Public Schools.
Foundation for OCPS receives $400,000 to expand school food pantries
The Foundation for OCPS has received a $400,000 grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to strengthen school-based food pantries and expand access to nutritious food. The funding will support students and families facing food insecurity throughout Orange County Public Schools.
Eligible Duke Energy Florida customers can earn a $7.50 monthly bill credit by charging their electric vehicles during designated off-peak hours. The program requires a Level 2 charger and allows customers to enroll up to two EVs per account.
Orange County residents dig into food waste composting pilot
Orange County’s residential composting pilot drew interest from more than 600 people, with more than 220 residents participating through free composting bins or food waste collection service trials. Enrollment has closed, but participant feedback will help guide potential improvements and expansion.
The Farmworker Association of Florida invites the community to a family-style dinner featuring harvests from its gardens on Friday at the Apopka Community Center. The evening will also include live entertainment, a raffle, an auction, and a market of local makers.
From the fields to the family table: Farmworker Association plans Apopka community dinner
The Farmworker Association of Florida invites the community to a family-style dinner featuring harvests from its gardens on Friday at the Apopka Community Center. The evening will also include live entertainment, a raffle, an auction, and a market of local makers. Tickets are still available.

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4 Ways to Enjoy Fresher Foods at Home

(Feature Impact) Knowing your food was grown from the earth and nurtured by the sun and rain can add a whole new dimension of enjoyment to your meals, which processed foods often can't replicate. Recipes like these Chicken and Avocado Rollups can be an easy solution for putting fresh foods like avocados on the menu.

Simplify Family Dinners with Easy, One-Pan Meals

(Feature Impact) When busy weeknights leave little time for prepping dinner - or cleaning it up afterward - simple recipes can make a difference. Try this this zesty, Asian-inspired Lime-Ginger Shrimp Fried Rice or Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole.

Make Mealtime Easier with These Air Fryer Recipes

(Feature Impact) When busy weeknights begin to make dinners feel more like a race against the clock than a chance to slow down, families need meals that come together quickly without defaulting to takeout. Whether you're cooking for a busy weeknight or simply looking to try something new, recipes like Air Fryer Butternut Squash and Chorizo Tacos and Air Fryer Chicken Katsu Bowls can help you get more from your air fryer.

Build a Winning Game-Day Spread with Big Flavor and Less Mess

(Feature Impact) Whether you're gathering in the stadium parking lot or hosting friends for an at-home watch party, a memorable experience begins long before kickoff. Start your pregame festivities with an MVP-worthy spread that's simple to serve, easy to eat and keeps fans full through the final whistle including recipes like Buffalo Chicken Caesar and Celery Wraps and Buffalo Hummus, which include a game-day staple flavor.

Enjoy Tangy, Spicy Buffalo Chicken with a Superfood Swap

(Feature Impact) When you're craving a specific comfort food, other flavors just aren't going to hit the spot the same way.

5 Easy Sheet Pan Meals with a Grape Upgrade

(Feature Impact) Sheet pan cooking makes weeknight meals wonderfully easy - and fresh grapes give them an unexpected upgrade. From satisfying dinners and sides to a crowd-pleasing dessert, these recipes bring something unexpected to the sheet pan without adding extra fuss.

5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.
Mastering your Thanksgiving meal: Avoiding common food fails
Knorr reports tips to avoid Thanksgiving food fails, like thawing turkey, preventing dry meat, lumpy gravy, and soggy stuffing for a stress-free feast.
How do fresh oysters get to the mountains? Inside the journey from the Carolina coast to Asheville
The Scheffer Group reports on the journey of Carolina oysters to Asheville, highlighting the careful farming, handling, and logistics that ensure freshness and quality.
Why high-protein snacks are replacing traditional junk food
BUILT reports Circana reports that 48% of adults seek more protein in snacks, driving demand for high-protein options as consumers prioritize health and convenience.
The holiday meals Americans find most stressful aren’t the ones you might think
Tyson Foods' survey reveals that 56% of Americans feel more stressed about meals between holidays than the big feast itself, with many seeking convenience and tech help for easier meal prep.
Thanksgiving Turkey Report: Tuesday is bird day and frozen fans plan ahead, according to Instacart data
Instacart reports that whole turkey purchases soared 1,651% ahead of Thanksgiving 2025, peaking on Tuesday. Frozen varieties lead in some states, while thermometers saw a 3,589% spike on the holiday.
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How to host Thanksgiving on a budget

Current reports on budget-friendly Thanksgiving hosting tips, emphasizing early shopping, free turkeys, and cooking less to minimize expenses during holiday gatherings.
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The value of 'found family': How a mobile game created a new friendship

(BPT) - Video games are appealing for many different reasons: They can provide fun and entertainment, plus stress relief and mental challenges, just to name a few. But many who enjoy playing video …

4 Simple Ways to Elevate the Holiday Season

(BPT) - The holiday season is filled with festive gatherings, beloved traditions and opportunities to make lasting memories with family and friends. Between decorating, shopping and planning …

5 chef-approved ways to transform Thanksgiving leftovers

(BPT) - Thanksgiving is a celebration of food and family, usually providing a feast that can feed many more people than you can fit around your table. The result? Plenty of leftovers in the fridge! …

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