You're not imagining it: prices are skyrocketing, and portions are shrinking. Between global unrest and the recent global shutdown that shall not be named, tumult and supply chain issues are hitting businesses and industries hard around the globe. Those factors alone are enough to cause costs to increase. But there's another factor contributing to the sudden price jumps. And this one is much closer to home. READ: McDonald's: One Simple Trick to Get Fresher Food!  I've seen the memes everywhere: people trying to shame corporations into paying their employees a living wage....…You're not imagining it: prices are skyrocketing, and portions are shrinking. Between global unrest and the recent global shutdown that shall not be named, tumult and supply chain issues are hitting businesses and industries hard around the globe. Those factors alone are enough to cause costs to increase. But there's another factor contributing to the sudden price jumps. And this one is much closer to home. READ: McDonald's: One Simple Trick to Get Fresher Food!  I've seen the memes everywhere: people trying to shame corporations into paying their employees a living wage....WW…

CanvaOne summer while visiting friends in Phoenix, we tried and experiment with our kids, to illustrate exactly how hot it can get in a car.We sliced some refrigerated cookie dough, popped in onto a baking sheet, and set it in the windshield of the car, where we left it for a few hours. We also added a thermometer to get an idea of exactly how hot it was.As we watched through the windshield, it didn't take more than a few minutes before the cookies because to "sweat" and glisten from the heat. If memory serves, the thermometer we added read somewhere in the neighborhood of 160 degrees...…CanvaOne summer while visiting friends in Phoenix, we tried and experiment with our kids, to illustrate exactly how hot it can get in a car.We sliced some refrigerated cookie dough, popped in onto a baking sheet, and set it in the windshield of the car, where we left it for a few hours. We also added a thermometer to get an idea of exactly how hot it was.As we watched through the windshield, it didn't take more than a few minutes before the cookies because to "sweat" and glisten from the heat. If memory serves, the thermometer we added read somewhere in the neighborhood of 160 degrees...WW…

Image // CanvaWe've all seen these things lying across the road, and they seem to be in the most random places. Sometimes they're in the middle of a busy road, other times they're on some rural side street.Have you ever noticed those random two parallel lines running across the road? Have you ever wondered what they're used for?Those parallel lines are actually long, hollow tubes. Called pneumatic road tubes, the "lines" are used for traffic counting and monitoring. They collect data when a vehicle drives over them.Pneumatic road tubes work by sending a burst of air...…Image // CanvaWe've all seen these things lying across the road, and they seem to be in the most random places. Sometimes they're in the middle of a busy road, other times they're on some rural side street.Have you ever noticed those random two parallel lines running across the road? Have you ever wondered what they're used for?Those parallel lines are actually long, hollow tubes. Called pneumatic road tubes, the "lines" are used for traffic counting and monitoring. They collect data when a vehicle drives over them.Pneumatic road tubes work by sending a burst of air...WW…

×Jump to RecipeBaking brownies only to find that your vegetable oil has gone rancid? Or you suddenly realized you used up your stock last night because your kids wanted fried chicken for dinner? Don't panic; the suitable substitute for vegetable oil in brownies will save the day!So, what to substitute for vegetable oil in brownies? You have a lot of options, and the list I came up with can help narrow down your choices.Jump to:I have tried a few too many ingredients and found that the following are some of the best vegetable oil substitutes for brownies:One of the common ingredients in most...…×Jump to RecipeBaking brownies only to find that your vegetable oil has gone rancid? Or you suddenly realized you used up your stock last night because your kids wanted fried chicken for dinner? Don't panic; the suitable substitute for vegetable oil in brownies will save the day!So, what to substitute for vegetable oil in brownies? You have a lot of options, and the list I came up with can help narrow down your choices.Jump to:I have tried a few too many ingredients and found that the following are some of the best vegetable oil substitutes for brownies:One of the common ingredients in most...WW…

×Jump to RecipeAh, the irresistible allure of air fryer BBQ chicken wings! Let's be honest, we've all tried countless wing recipes, but this one? It's game-changing.In my culinary journey, I've tested, tweaked, and taste-tested some more, and what I've landed on is sheer perfection. Crispy on the outside, succulent within, and draped in a BBQ glaze that dances on your taste buds.Don't just take my word for it. If you've ever wondered how to achieve that perfect balance of flavor and crunch without the greasy aftermath, you're in the right place.Buckle up, my friends—this is about to be a...…×Jump to RecipeAh, the irresistible allure of air fryer BBQ chicken wings! Let's be honest, we've all tried countless wing recipes, but this one? It's game-changing.In my culinary journey, I've tested, tweaked, and taste-tested some more, and what I've landed on is sheer perfection. Crispy on the outside, succulent within, and draped in a BBQ glaze that dances on your taste buds.Don't just take my word for it. If you've ever wondered how to achieve that perfect balance of flavor and crunch without the greasy aftermath, you're in the right place.Buckle up, my friends—this is about to be a...WW…

CanvaIf you've ever been pulled over by police in Arizona, you may have noticed a few things that happen as they approach your vehicle.Before the officer steps up to your window and asks the question, "Do you know why I pulled you over?", you may see a sequence of events taking place.Police officers have a lot to consider when they pull a vehicle over. Not just the safety of drivers on the road, but their personal safety is always top of mind.Have you ever noticed the police officer will pause briefly at the back of your vehicle before approaching? Then you may notice as they put out a...…CanvaIf you've ever been pulled over by police in Arizona, you may have noticed a few things that happen as they approach your vehicle.Before the officer steps up to your window and asks the question, "Do you know why I pulled you over?", you may see a sequence of events taking place.Police officers have a lot to consider when they pull a vehicle over. Not just the safety of drivers on the road, but their personal safety is always top of mind.Have you ever noticed the police officer will pause briefly at the back of your vehicle before approaching? Then you may notice as they put out a...WW…

Background: Canva // Inset: CochiseCountyAZ via YouTubeArizona has a human smuggling problem. High-speed pursuits between human smugglers and law enforcement plague the southern border nearly every day, stretching resources across Cochise, Santa Cruz, Pima, and Yuma counties, all of which border Mexico.This month, CBS News reported,"...[the] Tucson sector...[has] seen the number of migrants arriving daily soar to as many as 1,900, an increase of 134% from an average of 812 in June, according to unpublished agency figures."Law enforcement from all agencies working to...…Background: Canva // Inset: CochiseCountyAZ via YouTubeArizona has a human smuggling problem. High-speed pursuits between human smugglers and law enforcement plague the southern border nearly every day, stretching resources across Cochise, Santa Cruz, Pima, and Yuma counties, all of which border Mexico.This month, CBS News reported,"...[the] Tucson sector...[has] seen the number of migrants arriving daily soar to as many as 1,900, an increase of 134% from an average of 812 in June, according to unpublished agency figures."Law enforcement from all agencies working to...WW…

CanvaWill this restaurant ever open in Sierra Vista? Rumors have been swirling for a few years now. A Freddy's Restaurant will be opening in Sierra Vista. When? Soon.Freddy’s Restaurant is officially known as Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. If you've never had the chance to sample Freddy's fare, they're a casual restaurant chain.They specialize in regular, Chicago-style, and chili cheese hotdogs. They've also got sandwiches, chicken and hamburgers. And don't forget, the menu's shining star: frozen custard.Freddy's is also family-priced. You can pick up a meal for around 10...…CanvaWill this restaurant ever open in Sierra Vista? Rumors have been swirling for a few years now. A Freddy's Restaurant will be opening in Sierra Vista. When? Soon.Freddy’s Restaurant is officially known as Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. If you've never had the chance to sample Freddy's fare, they're a casual restaurant chain.They specialize in regular, Chicago-style, and chili cheese hotdogs. They've also got sandwiches, chicken and hamburgers. And don't forget, the menu's shining star: frozen custard.Freddy's is also family-priced. You can pick up a meal for around 10...WW…