AMAC Newsline · Author
Jenna Picascio
Staff Writer
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Oct 22, 2026
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Recipes
30-Minute Fall Comfort Meals: Cozy Weeknight Dinners the Whole Family Will Love
Fall brings a new season of flavors—from pumpkin and apples to hearty soups, savory herbs, and rich sauces—that make weeknight dinners feel extra special.
Oct 12, 2026
This Day in History
Christopher Columbus Reaches the “New World”
On October 12, 1492, Columbus landed on a Bahamas island he named San Salvador, still convinced he had reached Asia, a mistake that gave us the word "Indians."
Oct 12, 2026
Recipes
The Thanksgiving Turkey: From American Tradition to the Perfect Roast
A frozen turkey needs about 24 hours in the refrigerator for every four to five pounds, and a 12- to 14-pound bird feeds eight to ten people.
Oct 9, 2026
This Day in History
Hoover Dam Begins Transmitting Electricity to Los Angeles
Built during the Depression by thousands of workers in brutal desert heat, the 700-foot dam sent power 266 miles to Los Angeles on October 9, 1936.
Oct 9, 2026
This Day in History
First Patent Filed for the Microwave
A melted candy bar in Percy Spencer's pocket led to the first microwave, a 750-pound machine that stood six feet tall and cost about $5,000.
Oct 8, 2026
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Pumpkin Season Is Here: Pumpkin Bread and the Story Behind Fall’s Favorite Flavor
Squash has grown in the Americas for thousands of years, and Indigenous peoples raised pumpkins long before pumpkin spice or the first carved jack-o'-lantern.
Oct 7, 2026
This Day in History
Arnold Schwarzenegger Elected California Governor
On October 7, 2003, 55.4 percent of Californians voted to recall Governor Gray Davis, less than a year after reelecting him, and put a movie star in his place.
Oct 7, 2026
This Day in History
Babe Ruth Sets a World Series Record
On October 6, 1926, Ruth hit three home runs off the Cardinals in Game 4, yet the Yankees still lost the Series when he was thrown out stealing in Game 7.
Oct 6, 2026
Recipes
Healthy 30-Minute Meals: Quick, Nutritious Dinners for Busy Weeknights
Five recipes, from sheet-pan lemon herb chicken roasted at 425 degrees to Greek power bowls with tzatziki, each on the table in 30 minutes with little cleanup.
Oct 5, 2026
This Day in History
Enzo Ferrari Makes His Debut as a Race Car Driver
On October 5, 1919, Ferrari finished fourth in a Parma hill climb. He won only 13 of 47 races and made his name building cars, not driving them.
Oct 5, 2026
Recipes
Planning the Perfect Thanksgiving: Where to Begin
Thanksgiving is one of America's most beloved holidays, but anyone who has hosted the feast knows that a memorable Thanksgiving dinner doesn't simply appear on the table.
Oct 2, 2026
This Day in History
“The Twilight Zone” premieres on TV
On October 2, 1959, Rod Serling's anthology series began its five-season run on CBS, using aliens and time travel to tackle prejudice, nuclear war, and mob mentality.
Oct 2, 2026
