Portage – September 25, 2026 -- Loud banging, screeching, or rattling from a furnace during winter often signals a mechanical or airflow problem rather than a harmless quirk, according to Bob Marquardt of Johnson Mechanical LLC in Portage, Wisconsin.

Banging sounds may point to delayed ignition

A loud bang at the start of a heating cycle can occur when gas builds up before burners ignite properly. Repeated delayed ignition adds stress to furnace components and can eventually damage the heat exchanger.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- A national awareness campaign on blood cancers and serious blood disorders launches within USA TODAY and online through Mediaplanet's Future of Personal Health digital hub. The Blood Cancers & Disorders campaign brings together clinical organizations, patient advocates and survivors to share trusted information on diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

Jackson – September 25, 2026 -- Buying or selling a home no longer requires sitting at a closing table, but real estate agent Amy McLemore says the shortcut isn't right for every transaction. In a new HelloNation feature, McLemore, a residential real estate expert based in Jackson, Tennessee, breaks down how virtual closings work and where they can go wrong.

Manteca, California – September 25, 2026 -- KB Home has opened Arroyo, a new-home community within the Griffin Park master plan in Manteca, California, with prices starting in the mid $500,000s.

Homes range from one to two stories with up to six bedrooms

The single-family homes offer up to 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, designed with modern kitchens overlooking great rooms, expansive primary suites with walk-in closets, and first-floor junior suites that include kitchenettes.

Denver – September 25, 2026 -- The Beef. It's What's For Dinner. brand, funded by beef farmers and ranchers, has released three slow-cooked recipes aimed at home cooks looking for hearty autumn meals.

Mississippi Pot Roast targets busy weeknights

The dish features tender beef in savory seasonings and rich juices, designed as a set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker meal. It can be served over couscous, mashed potatoes or noodles.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- Consumer365 has named Quay its top choice for polarized sunglasses in 2026, citing the brand's glare-reducing lenses for driving, fishing, and outdoor use.

The review credited the designation to the practical value of Quay's polarized lenses, the variety across its collection, and 100% UVA and UVB protection included on both polarized and non-polarized styles.

Costa Mesa, Calif. – September 25, 2026 -- Psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen will film a new public television special, BRAIN RESCUE: The Amen WHOLE-4 Solution to Protect Your Memory, Mood, Health & Future, before a live audience on October 7, 2026.

Honolulu – September 25, 2026 -- Rare Cannabinoid Company has published a new educational guide, "CBD for Menopause: A Guide to Cannabis, THC, CBN and Hemp," aimed at women navigating perimenopause and menopause who are exploring cannabinoids for sleep, mood, focus, appetite and physical comfort.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- Consumer365 has named Sleep Number the best mattress brand for couples in its 2026 review, citing the ability for each partner to set a different firmness level on their own side of the bed. Every Sleep Number mattress in queen size or larger includes this feature, letting one person choose a softer feel while the other selects firmer support.

The review highlights ComfortMode Lux as its top pick for couples and singles out ClimateCool for pairs where one partner sleeps hotter than the other.

Galena, Ill. – September 24, 2026 -- Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is offering a lineup of seasonal getaway packages this fall and winter, giving Midwest travelers a road-trip alternative about 150 miles west of Chicago in northwest Illinois' Driftless Region.

The 6,800-acre resort overlooks Lake Galena and sits within driving distance of Madison, Dubuque, Milwaukee, Rockford and the Quad Cities.