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Publisher CHRIS SHEPPERD Business Manager LEISHA SHEPPERD Managing Editor SHELBI POLK Contributing Writers KELLY ANTHONY Marketing Intern JORDYN WHITNEY HURRICANE HARVEY Hurricane Harvey has decimated large parts of Texas. What can we do?

How is the local community stepping up?

WHITNEY ROSE The name may not be familiar. But when you hear her sing you won’t care. Whitney Rose is coming to Cavalry Court.

CORN DOG MINI MUFFINS Kelly is getting you ready for tailgate season with this easy recipe. Impress your friends with your kitchen prowess without breaking a sweat.

ADRENALINE RUSHES. LATE-NIGHT RUNS. 4 A.M. BREAKFASTS. TALES OF REVELRY.

Writing Interns AZALEA ANDRADE BRYNDON JACKSON HANNAH PENA JACLYN YSAQUIRRE Distribution JACOB ATKINS MAKAELA LONEY EMMIE RODRIGUEZ

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LOCAL

by Jaclyn Ysaquirre

LOCAL COFFEE MICRO-ROASTERY tour For many of us, it’s a warm cup of coffee in the morning that gets the gears in our head to start turning, or a midday refreshing iced brew that helps us survive until the end of the day. Regardless, some of us just can’t get enough of the coffee bean caffeine craze. Luckily, College Station’s very own micro-roastery, What’s the Buzz Coffee Co., loves coffee just as much as you local coffee addicts.

What’s the Buzz Coffee Co. is owned and operated by Rodrigo Chavez and Elena Bermudez. The company strives for their everyday cup to be that perfect cup. The micro-roastery purchases single-origin coffee beans from small estate, fairtrade and organic farms to be processed to that perfect cup.

To spread their love of coffee, Chaves and Bermudez will be hosting an event with Bryan/College Station Girls Pint Out, a local chapter of Girls Pint Out, to show guests the process of turning quality beans into quality coffee. Girls Pint Out is a national craft beer organization for women. Their mission is to build a community of women who love craft beer and

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who are an active, contributing part of the greater craft beer community.

Their joint event, Beans to Brew, includes a tour of the microroastery’s facility, education on the background and history of coffee beans, and an inside look at the roasting process.

The event ticket also includes three coffee samples, tips on flavor profiling and a free coffee mug.

What’s the Buzz has generously offered to donate a portion of each ticket purchased to Girls Pint Out’s team for the upcoming Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on Saturday, October 22. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, which is part of the American Cancer Society, raises awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer.

What’s the Buzz encourages all coffee lovers or those interested to come out to the event and learn more about the community’s local roastery while supporting a greater cause!

HURRICANE HARVEY WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO? It has been a devastating few days for Texas. It is hard not to feel helpless as Harvey continues to destroy homes and businesses, as it injures and takes the lives of people we know and love. The Maroon Weekly team offers their thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by this disaster, and urges Bryan-College Station residents to stay safe as the storm continues to make its presence felt here.

caring if you were black or white, Christian or Muslim. We are all humans. And we need each other.

As we have watched everything unfold, we are continually reminded what makes Texas so great. People. You are what makes Texas great. When tragedy hit, people instantly stopped

If you are looking for a way to connect and help check out BCShelps.org. They have a list of several different relief efforts based out of Bryan/College Station.

From the countless trucks and boats that have travelled from BCS to Houston to the local outpouring of supplies to fill multiple trailers, Aggieland stepped up and we couldn’t be more proud.

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by Chris Shepperd

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Packr takes the guess work out of packing. First, you select your destination and travel dates. Then you tell Packr a few things about your trip. What are your accommodations like?

Are you staying in a hotel? A rental? Camping? What about your transportation? Are you driving, flying, riding a bike? Finally the app wants to know what type of activities you know you need to pack for. Things like going to the gym, a formal dinner, beach attire, etc.

Once you input your information, the app puts together a suggested packing list. You can even add friends and family to your trip and share lists. Don’t worry, you aren’t stuck with their list. You can add and delete items as you desire.

Packr has both a free and paid version. The main upgrade for the paid version is the ability to save lists. We give Packr 4 out of 5 suitcases.

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MOVIE REVIEW

You may recognize the Steven Soderbergh as the director of “Ocean’s Eleven” and the “Magic Mike” series. For fans of his movies, Soderbergh’s retirement from directing in 2013 hit hard. Luckily for audiences worldwide, Soderbergh has come out of retirement to direct “Logan Lucky,” which hit theaters August 18th.

Starring Channing Tatum, “Logan Lucky” features an all-star cast, with many fan favorites.

The movie follows Jimmy Logan (Channing Tatum) as

he teams up with his one-armed brother Clyde (Adam Driver) and their sister Mellie (Riley Keough) to steal money from the Charlotte Motor Speedway in North Carolina.

To pull off their heist, they’ll need demolition expert Joe Bang (Daniel Craig) to help the gang break into the track’s underground system.

Everything seems to be in order, until a switch up forces the crew to set their sights on a more popular NASCAR race. The team is faced with complications they didn’t see coming and a relentless FBI agent, who won’t stop until Jimmy’s crew is behind bars.

This is not your typical bank robbery movie.

It will demolish your expectations and keep you guessing. “Logan Lucky” is an all-American ‘let’s rob a racetrack’ comedy that is sure to please audiences of all ages.

ALBUM REVIEW Josh Abbott Band’s latest album, “Until My Voice Goes Out,” starts off more gently

by Shelbi Polk

than any of the band’s previous offerings. The opening song, “Prelude,” is almost entirely composed of a kind of string music not usually associated with a country band’s fiddle, and the whole album defies the expectations listeners might be tempted to bring to it.

ARTIST: Josh Abbott Band ALBUM: Until My Voice Goes Out RELEASED: August 18, 2017

The album was recorded during a time of intense grief for Josh Abbott. His father, David, had a stroke two weeks into recording, and he asked to be taken off of life support only three weeks later. This grief is especially evident on the closing track, ”Ain’t My Daddy’s Town.” It is an incredibly moving song about life after losing a father. The song is also presented on the album without the usual amount of editing and cleaning, which makes it sound like you’re right there with Abbott as he sings about continuing to live with such a raw loss. Abbott is vulnerable and honest in these songs, and he shows his strength by refusing to pretend to be stronger or louder than he is.

All of the songs on this album are more mature than most of the band’s other work. On the title track, Abbott sings about love, of course, but also about his ambitions and hopes for his future. The album doesn’t lose anything of the Josh Abbott Band fans know and love though. The song “Texas Women, Tennessee Whiskey” is a fun number that will make for some great two stepping, but even on this track, the music sounds more polished and complex than earlier, similar songs.

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LOCAL

by Azalea Andrade

SWEETS

BY ELISE For some, running a company is just a job, but Elise Mock managed to make a business out of her passion.

Sweets by Elise is an up and coming business in the Bryan-College Station area that is owned and operated by an Aggie Alumni, Class of ‘14, who believes that things done with love will always work out.

It has only been about six months since her business started, and it was not your usual planned out business. Mock said she took a chance and made the best out of it.

“My mother-in-law asked me to make cookies for a bridal shower, so I decided to try my hand at royal icing cookies.” Mrs. Mock said. “After that things kind of just snowballed. And I had friends asking if I could make cookies for birthday[s] and showers and all of those good things, and I just kept saying yes!”

Mock mainly focuses on royal icing cookies, but she does not steer away from baking other kinds of treats, such as cupcakes, cake pops, french macarons and even wedding cakes. Mock bakes for any kind of occasions, such as graduations, weddings, holidays, anniversaries and birthdays.

The competition is tough, as it is for many small businesses, and starting

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out is not easy. Challenges were faced and obstacles were overcome.

Mock was an International Studies major at A&M, and she had no background or knowledge in how to run a business. She had to be selfmotivated in order to be successful.

Mock faced many obstacles specific to starting a business centered around food. “I had to figure out if my kitchen needed to be inspected by the health department, if I needed liability insurance, and a few other legal things,” said Mock. This lead to her learning a lot more of what goes into a business, and helped Mock understand that it was not just going to succeed right away.

Mock’s hard work has paid off, and her business is starting to boom. Her new COOKIES FOR task of baking EVERY OCCASION: wedding cakes can be demanding, but, find Sweets by Elise

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She currently runs a Facebook page, Sweets by Elise, that is continuing to grow.

Mock is looking into the future and is soon launching a website, that she will use to attract other customers and expand her market.

Mock hopes that she is creating more than just a good dessert. She wants her food to be something that helps people grow closer during the important moments her sweets help celebrate. “My hope is that people will enjoy my sweets, allow them to bring a smile to their faces, and be brought closer together by enjoying them alongside community,” Mock said.

Mock is always trying to help others out, and she had a few words to say about those trying to start a business. She hopes her success gives people hope that you do not have to be an expert in a certain field to be able to succeed. Her first advice is to simply get started, despite how intimidating it can be.

“Just go for it” said Mock. “Doing what you love can be so healing and show you so much about who you are.”

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HOW BIG IS YOUR FAMILY TREE? The political climate surrounding immigration and race issues is a hot topic in news outlets across the nation. Controversy is easily aroused in events focused on racial bias, and communities sometimes struggle to cultivate love and peace. With that being said, how many of us truly have knowledge of our racial background? The majority of citizens of the United States have ancestors who came from other countries at one point in time. Are we able to trace back to the members of our families who once immigrated to the United States? The answer for many of us is “no.” Some of us don’t have strong family connections, others don’t have the background information and many just don’t know where to start.

In our local community, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in College Station hosts weekly genealogy classes at the Clara B. Mounce Public Library in Downtown Bryan. The classes are free, and parishioners are present to assist those interested in understanding their family history through FamilySearch.org. They can walk people through creating an account and guide guests on how to identify their family with the free online website. FamilySearch is primarily sponsored by the Church of Latter-day Saints, but it is available and free to anyone interested.

The missionaries want to help the members of their community find out where their families really came from, because family plays a significant role in everyone’s personal lives.

Diane Benbow, a local Bryan resident, has been attending the genealogy classes for the past three weeks, and she has learned about the different resources that are available for her in search of her ancestors. Benbow previously had a family narrative to help her through her searches, but her goal from the classes is to learn more about her lineage and turn that narrative into an actual family tree diagram. Through her classes, Benbow was able to gather information of her family dating four generations back, to when one of her ancestors lived in Czechoslovakia. Benbow said that she learns something new and interesting about her ancestors’ lives each class session.

FamilySearch.org is updated daily by people who are constantly indexing and

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compiling millions of census records, birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses and death records through their partnered website, FindAGrave.com. FamilySearch is able to begin pulling up ancestry records from a minimal amount of personal information. Anyone interested can input the names of family members and refine searches by location or any additional dated information that they know. The missionaries welcome everyone in the community to participate in these class sessions and will work one-on-one with you to gain a better understanding of who you are and where you come from.

THE TAP

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PARKER MCCOLLUM

by Azalea Andrade

WITH HOLLY TUCKER & BRIAN CHANCE BAND

Summer has come and gone, but the fun is still sticking around. On Thursday, August 31, The Tap is hosting Parker McCollum, special guest Holly Tucker and Brian Chance Band, all homegrown Texas country musicians.

Parker McCollum is a 23 year old singer-songwriter originally from Conroe, Texas, who grew up with a love for classic Texas country artists. McCollum, now based out of Austin, refers to Ryan Bingham as his main inspiration. In 2013, McCollum released his first single called “Highway,” and he has followed with albums in 2015 and 2017.

McCollum’s first full album, “The Limestone Kid,” drew comparisons to big names such as John Mayer. McCollum’s latest project, “Probably Wrong,” is being released in three stages, which is a creative way to increase the anticipation of the album. McCollum has played at many of the most known venues in Texas, and the momentum of his career is only growing.

Special guest Holly Tucker is a Waco, TX native who jumpstarted her career at the early age of 14, when she recorded her first album, “It’s About Time.” By the age of 17, she had released her second album, “Love is What She Likes.” Since the beginning of her career, Tucker’s lyrics have been true to her roots and her experiences, which makes her songs heartfelt and genuine. Her main inspirations are country singers Carrie Underwood and Martina McBride, who remind her to strive for what she wants.

Tucker’s singing took a competitive turn in 2013, when she became one of the few contestants during season 4 of NBC’s The Voice to turn all four judges’ chairs. Tucker joined Blake Shelton’s team and went on to become one of the top six contestants on the season. Tucker has gone on to release several singles and one full length album, “Steel,” since appearing on The Voice.

Tucker gives back to her community through more than just her music. She is the spokesperson for the Community Cancer Association in Waco, and she hopes to help children and young adults find their inspiration and accomplish their goals. She also graduated from Baylor University in 2015 with a degree in Communications.

Brian Chance Band is a native of west Texas, whose main focus is Texas country. His first single, “Rain,” was released in 2016 on iTunes. Chance draws inspiration from artists like Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Whiskey Meyers, and Cody Canada.

The Tap will open its doors at 8 PM for a night of Texas country that will get you two-stepping until your feet fall off. Tickets are available at bandsintown.com. ::HEAR PARKER MCCOLLUM’S MUSIC BEFORE THE SHOW::

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FEATURE

WHISKEY MYERS

HURRICANE HARRY’S SEPTEMBER 1 DOORS OPEN @ 9PM

by Chris Shepperd

No stranger to Aggieland, Whiskey Myers is back to headline a show at Hurricane Harry’s on Friday, Sept. 1.

The Drugstore Gypsies will also be performing.

Whiskey Myers has history. The band consists of Cody Cannon on lead vocals and guitar, Cody Tate and John Jeffers on guitars, Gary Brown on bass, and Jeff Hogg on drums. They also added fiddler/keyboard player Jon Knudson and percussionist Tony Kent, who are both now full-time members.

“They bring a great energy, and I think it’s really helped our sound and makes the band more versatile,” explains Cannon. “There’s less room onstage now, but sometimes a family grows.”

From growing up together in Palestine, TX, to countless hours on the road performing, this band knows each other. That shows up in their music.

“Staying true to ourselves and to our music has gotten us to the point we’re at,” guitarist John Jeffers said. “We

really want to continue on that same track.”

They seem to be on the right path. Their latest release, “Mud,” has seen its fair share of acclaim, and Whiskey Myers continues to move to the top of the list when it comes to Southern Rock. The quality of their sound shows when you look at who they have been sharing the stage with; Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hank Williams Jr., Jamey Johnson, and the list goes on.

If you are looking for good southern rock with a heavy nod to their Texas roots, these guys have you covered.

Opening up for Whiskey Myers will be The Drugstore Gypsies. Named one of the “10 new country artists you need to know,” by Rolling Stone, The Drugstore Gypsies are quickly catching the attention of the Texas music scene.

You can catch Whiskey Myers and The Drugstore Gypsies at Hurricane Harry’s on Sept. 1. Doors open at 9pm. Tickets are available at Aggieland Outfitters (University location), Cavender’s Boot City, or online at harrys.bcsclubs.com

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Newcomers to the Bryan-College Station area might be surprised to learn that the Memorial Student Center holds a few of the most well curated art galleries in the Brazos Valley. The J. Wayne Stark, Forsythe and Reynolds galleries bring in collections from all over the world, giving Bryan-College Station the chance to experience a multitude of cultures without ever leaving campus. The galleries’ focus, however, is on Texas art, and they do a great job of highlighting under-appreciated local art whenever possible.

The current exhibit in the Reynolds Gallery is a tribute to one of the men who built Texas A&M in a very tangible way. S. C. P. Vosper was a professor of Architecture at A&M, which boasted the first architecture program at a state college in Texas, who used his skills to design an astonishing ten buildings on campus in only four years.

Vosper was the Chief Designer under Campus Architect Frederick E. Giesecke in the period just before the Great Depression.

Vosper’s designs followed the Beaux-Arts tradition, a very intricate neoclassical tradition that originated in France. If that doesn’t sound anything like Texas A&M’s current campus, it’s because most of his buildings were changed in the name of utility.

The “Architecture that Speaks: the work of S. C. P. Vosper at Texas A&M University” exhibit in the Reynolds Gallery ensures that his contributions to campus, as well as a beautiful period in the history of A&M’s architecture, are not forgotten.

For those interested in learning more about Vosper’s life and work, he is the subject of a publication by Nancy T. McCoy, principal with Quimby McCoy Preservation Architecture, Dallas, and David G. Woodcock, Professor Emeritus of Architecture, Texas A&M University.

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FIRST FRIDAY Downtown bryan

For those new to Bryan-College Station, First Friday is a monthly festival filled with a large variety of family friendly acts and performances by local musicians, artists and other performers. First Friday, organized and curated by the Downtown Bryan Association, takes over a few blocks of downtown on the first Friday of every month, keeping shops and restaurants open late and drawing large crowds of students and families.

This month, the event runs from 6pm to 11pm on September 1.

This First Friday is going to be focused on celebrating the grand revealing of the West 31st street murals. The Downtown Bryan Association, Carini Townhomes and Renovation Wranglers began searching for five artists, each capable of taking on one 25 foot by 18 foot mural on the side of Conlee-Garrett Moving and Storage building, in May, and have sponsored the production of the murals for the past four months. The mural will be available for pictures and will be accompanied by the five artists who helped to bring it to life.

One of the featured groups to be performing is Fiestas Patrias Mexicanas. Named after a patriotic holiday in Mexico, this organization

regularly celebrates Mexican cultural pride by putting on parades of music and dancing. Fiestas Patrias Mexicanas is a non-profit organization that provides scholarships for Mexican-Americans looking to further their education. On Friday they will be playing at The Palace Theater and are sure to be pumping out fresh tunes from start to finish.

Another one of the more intriguing groups that will be on 31st street is The Aggie Magic Circle. This Texas A&M student organization travels around the Bryan-College area in order to promote sleight of hand magic and illusions as a form of art and entertainment.

Of course, there will be no shortage of food. With appearances from multiple food trucks, including Sweet Pop’s and Chilly Willies, in addition to all the restaurants in Downtown Bryan, everyone will get a chance to enjoy a refreshment or two. First Friday boasts great food and live music, as well as the opportunity to marvel at various artworks and shop at different boutiques, all of which 31st street an exciting place to be on September 1st.

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WHITNEY ROSE at cavalry court

CAVALRY COURT SEPTEMBER 2 7PM

by Shelbi Polk

Whitney Rose developed a passion for country music on an island in Canada, but she certainly doesn’t sound like an import. Much has been made of the fact that Rose isn’t from the South, but that can probably be attributed to the fact that she sounds like such a local. Rose’s music has a sultry, soulful twang to it that perfectly fits the smoky atmosphere of a honky tonk.

One of Rose’s most recent EPs, “South Texas Suites,” was recorded in Austin, Texas, which Rose has decided to call home. Rose’s dedication to the culture surrounding country music is impressive. On “My Boots,” Rose boasts a love for her boots that will not be repressed by the rest of the world’s expectations. The track is probably intended to come off tongue-in-cheek, but pretty much anyone who has lived in Texas has heard a similar sentiment expressed with complete sincerity.

Rose has long been a fan of country divas like Kitty Wells,

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Tammy Wynette, and Dolly Parton, and she projects a vintage vibe with both her classic sound and 60’s inspired wardrobe.

Emphasizing how well Rose fits in with the country music scene might make it seem like her sound is forgettable.

It isn’t. Rose’s music is inventive, from the vocals to the instrumentation, and her latest releases prove her individuality. “Can’t Stop Shakin’” and “Arizona” her latest singles, are full of a brassy big band sound that makes Rose stand out from the crowd. Both tracks are included on Rose’s upcoming album, “Rule 62.” They are an encouraging insight into the expansion and update to Rose’s sound that we hope continues throughout the album.

Rose will be playing at Cavalry Court, a new retro-military themed hotel near Texas A&M’s Polo Fields, on September 2nd at 7pm.

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BOOK REVIEW: THE SINNER PETRA HAMMESFAHR

their adaptation of William Shakespeare’s “Two Gentlemen of Verona.”

by Hannah Pena

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A showcase of queer music before World War II. It is music history.

It is queer history. It is women’s history.

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German crime author Petra Hammesfahr proves that mystery never goes out of style with her breakthrough novel “The Sinner.” The book follows Cora Bender, a seemingly normal woman, wife, and mother. Those closest to Cora never would have guessed what lay beneath her shy smile, or what thoughts lurked in the back of her mind. They never could have sensed the mystery around Cora Bender or the questions she would ignite.

By all accounts, Cora Bender is nothing out of the ordinary, merely a quiet and kind woman. But on a sunny afternoon at the lake with her husband and child, Cora shatters those pre-conceived notions by murdering a complete and utter stranger. No one saw it coming. No one knows why. Cora quickly admits her guilt, and all signs point to a simple open and shut case. Until, that is, Police Commissioner Rudolf Grovian becomes consumed with unanswered questions surrounding the case and refuses to close it. Thus begins Grovian’s scrutiny of Cora Bender and his road to finding out the truth of what caused her to murder an innocent man. What follows is a chilling dive into Cora’s haunted psyche, puzzling past, and the secrets she has entombed within.

“The Sinner” was first translated to English in 2007, but has reclaimed public attention this year through a screen adaptation.

USA network released a limited TV series starring Jessica Biel, and it has received very positive reviews from critics.

The book, however, kept me awake all night, desperately trying to figure out Cora’s secrets. Every time I thought I had figured her all out, the next chapter threw me for a loop, and I started the process all over again. Cora’s story is dark. It’s thrilling. It made me want to hole up inside a room and not leave before I got to the bottom of Cora Bender and her motivations, exactly the way a good mystery should.

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I gotta tell ya, mealtime got a little tougher after having children. Dinners that were once full of conversation and smiles were replaced by mostly just toddler meltdowns. If you are a parent of a strong-willed child, I know you feel my pain, and friend take solace in knowing that I feel yours right back. If you are in need of a meal that won’t have your child spiraling out of control at the dinner table, I offer you this recipe, as a peaceful retreat back to the good ol’ days. No kids, that’s ok. We all know you are a kid at heart.

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt and baking soda. Create a well in the middle of the bowl.

These mini corn dog muffins are quick and easy to make, as you need only to prepare a simple batter, cut up some hot dogs and bake for 12 minutes.

They are also freezer-friendly and serve as an excellent make-ahead lunch box item. You could even put them to work as a game day appetizer, because, come on...who doesn’t love corn dogs?

Scoop a heaping tablespoon of batter into each muffin cavity, and insert a piece of hot dog directly in the center. Bake for 12 minutes. Allow to cool on a rack for 5 minutes, and have a clean dish towel ready, laid across the counter.

After the muffins have cooled slightly and the pan is cool enough to handle, turn muffins over on the towel.

Serve alongside yellow mustard or ketchup, and enjoy.

Yes, kids can be the pickiest eaters around, and being responsible for providing them with sustenance can be a hard and trying job. When I need a little dinnertime hiatus, I can count on mini corn dogs to come to my rescue. If you too are in a place where you’re just truly desperate for your little one to eat in blissful silence, these mini corn dog muffins are especially for you. Enjoy.

Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup finely ground cornmeal 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon fine sea salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup sour cream 2/3 cup whole milk 2 large eggs, slightly beaten 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 6 beef hotdogs, cut into 4 equal pieces

In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, milk and eggs. Pour wet ingredients into the well and, with a wooden spoon, gently stir until incorporated into dry ingredients. Do not overmix. Stream in butter and stir gently until mixed.

To freeze the corn dog muffins, place on a rimmed sheet pan and transfer to the freezer. After two hours, transfer to a freezer-safe, zip top bag, remove as much air as possible and seal. Return to the freezer.

Method: Preheat the oven to 400° and spray 24 cup mini-muffin tin generously with cooking spray.

Makes 24 corn dog mini-muffins.

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17 Activist org. that can’t decide?

19 Soccer team whose players are scarecrows?

21 Smartphone bill info 22 Basketball announcer’s phrase 23 D&D or FFXV, e.g.

25 ___ Plaines, Illinois 26 Chemistry suffix 28 PokÈmon protagonist Ketchum 30 “A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius” author Dave 32 Fail to ever mention God in France?

36 Green with the clean version “Forget You” 37 Outdoor sporting gear chain 38 Orangey-brown, like some port 42 Food list with amortized appetizers and beveraged buyouts?

45 Classic 1981 Galaxian follow-up with tractor beams 48 Devoured 49 President pro ___ 50 Summer in the citÈ?

51 Tool before down or cakes 53 Highlight reel segment 56 Dragging feeling 58 Spaghetti sauce brand you can only get in one place?

62 Megastore for all your ballet accessory needs?

64 Skin softener (“or else it gets the hose again”) 65 Compound with a hydroxyl group 66 Too close ___ comfort 67 Moves around in a Newton’s cradle 68 Contradict 69 Clip-___ (some pinchy earrings) 70 ___ a customer

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2 Make upset 3 Fake Kazakh 4 Luxury hotel chain 5 Weak conditions 6 Letters on an envelope addressed to a company 7 Bakery sackful 8 ___ and feather 9 Report cards’ stats 10 “Everything Now” group ___ Fire 11 “The Wizard of Oz” scarecrow portrayer 12 “Uh...possibly...”

13 Rag on 18 Team Carmelo Anthony was drafted into in 2003 20 Aziz of “Parks and Recreation” 24 Louvre Pyramid architect 26 “Monsters, ___” 27 Ruby of “Do the Right Thing” 29 Shenzi in “The Lion King,” e.g.

31 Island “where America’s day begins” 33 Actor Idris of 2017’s “The Dark Tower” 34 Camp out in the elements 35 Low-cal Cadbury-Schweppes drink 39 “Don’t touch this wall!” sign 40 First compass point clockwise from N (on a 16-point compass) 41 Taco Bell’s parent company ___! Brands, Inc. 43 ___ Paulo (Brazil’s most populous state) 44 Dictionary cross-reference phrase 45 Doted on Doctor Who or Dothraki, maybe, with “out” 46 When some kids’ bedtimes are set 47 “Imagine” songwriter 52 He sang about Bennie and Daniel 54 Pennywise, for one 55 Bandleader Shaw 57 Reprehensible 59 It’s never mine alone 60 L.A. rock club Whisky a ___ 61 Young ___ (kids) 63 Eerie sighting

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