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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This $10 Bottle-Emptying Kit Is So Good, Reviewers Wonder How They Ever Lived Without It
In this economy, we are not wasting a single drop of anything we've spent our hard-earned cash on. Skin care. Shampoo. Condiments. Hand soap. We are ensuring the bottle is 100% empty before tossing it in the recycling. And while you could do the old school method of balancing an oddly-shaped bottle upside down and then shaking it vigorously, fruitlessly attempting to get every last glob, it's easier to snag this ingenious, $10 bottle emptying kit, which does all the work for you. Introducing the aptly named Flip-it!, a 'Shark Tank'- approved adapter and dispenser system that lets you evenly stand your products upside-down, ensuring you're not wasting one bit. And it's easy to use! Simply remove your bottle's original cap or pump. Then, twist on the Flip-It! cap, that works as a dispenser with a built-in balance stand to let gravity pull the product down, for easy use. Reviewers call it 'THE solution I've been needing for last 20 years!' and something they'll now never live without. Each set gives you a base cap (or two/six) and multiple size adapters to ensure the kit fits on most screw-top plastic products. 'These are very handy and easy to use,' one reviewer who bought the multipack said. '[It] will practically pay for itself by the money you'll save by enabling you to get every drop of the liquid products you have purchased for your home. Easy to clean and reuse over and over again.' Reusable and durable, these handy tops can help all over the house, ensuring you get the most from food, soap, lotions and more, without your bottles tipping over. 'I was able to get two more weeks out of my face wash and a month out of hand lotion once the original pumps quit dispensing,' another reviewer said. If you're trying to make the most of your products, snag one of these bottle-emptying kits today and never worry about shaking the last from your bottles again. 'Where has this been all my life?! All these years I've been struggling with my Aveeno lotion bottles! I happen to see this product at my mom's house and was intrigued. I was a little discouraged by the price, but if this worked liked I hoped, it would change my life... Boy am I glad I bought it! It is THE solution I've been needing for last 20 years! It works amazing and will save me so much anxiety over my unused lotion. What are you going to do about it, Big Lotion?? Ha! In your face!' — R. Smalley 'Seriously, these are PHENOMENAL! I was really struggling with a lotion bottle pump that wouldn't work once it became 1/3 full. It was quite annoying. I saw these and gave it a shot. So glad I did! They're extremely simple to use and are very well made. Since then, I now use these with my honey and shampoo bottles. Can't beat it! It's quite cost-effective, too, because it means you won't have to show away a bottle that still has some remaining contents. Just a brilliant product overall! A+' — Farrow Tech 'These work great on our conditioner and lotion bottles to get to every last drop. Buying a second set, the first one has lasted 5 years and is still going. Highly recommend and happy to support small business!' — Lisa 'Now my mostly empty shampoo and lotion bottles stand upside down without falling over and empty easily and completely. No more unscrewing the cap a hundred times to try to get every last drop out. I bought a two pack and wish I had bought more. Easy to use, works as described, and will last for years to come. The product was more expensive than I liked, but worth the money for the convenience.' — Kent L. Howe 'I like this product because it allows me to get the best value of my products the would otherwise be wasted due to the container. As stated, no more waste of products like lotions and other items due to the container design that does not allow you tip over the container to retrieve all of the product. This product helps drain the product down to the spout and help empty the product that may otherwise been wasted. Thank you for this invention. Very creative and helpful. It is also designed to work with multiple size containers.' — djcomputer 'When I first learned of this I knew right away it was something I needed. It's only been a few weeks and already I have used 2 or 3 of the pieces to save lotions, soaps, etc. One bottle of body lotion, which normally would have been thrown out a long time ago, lasted at least 2 extra months because of all the lotion that was trapped at the very bottom of the bottle. I was able to salvage just about every last drop from this bottle and only disposed of it a few days ago! I can see already that this item will pay for itself time and time again. I highly recommend it. FIVE STARS*****' — JennD.39 The Real Deal: We use deal trackers and commerce experience to sift through 'fake' hike-and-drop deals and other deceptive sales tactics. Products will usually be rated at least 4 stars with a minimum 15% discount. (And when there's an exception, we'll tell you why.) 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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NBC4's Jerod Smalley to join Marshall University's Journalism Hall of Fame
HUNTINGTON, W. Va. (WCMH) — An NBC4 anchor team member is joining another prestigious group. Jerod Smalley will soon be inducted into Marshall University's W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications Hall of Fame. Smalley, who has worked at NBC4 for more than 20 years, will join four others in the honor, including Corley Dennison, Cathryn Gibbs Harris, Jeff Hopson and Patrick Wittich. The ceremony will be held this fall. 'Marshall University has a long and proud history of journalism and mass communications excellence, and this newest class of inductees into our Hall of Fame once again proves that,' Chris Dickerson, president of the SOJMC Alumni Advisory Board, which handles the nomination process, said in a statement. 'Every year, our board has an immensely talented pool of candidates nominated for induction. It's always a difficult process because of the rich talent.' Smalley, a SOJMC graduate, is being recognized for his work as a news anchor and as the former sports director at NBC4. The school noted his awards as the six-time recipient of Ohio's Best Anchor by The Associated Press and numerous regional Emmy Awards, including four for his work on 'The Autism Puzzle.' 'Like all of our previous inductees, these newest ones have done great things all over the world in a variety of fields,' Dickerson said. 'We are extremely proud of all of our graduates, and it is an honor to welcome four more very deserving members to our Hall of Fame.' According to the school, the Hall of Fame tradition began in 1985. The five people being honored in this class will bring the total number of inductees to 90. Inductees need to have a connection to the SOJMC, such as being a graduate or a faculty member. Smalley graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from Marshall University in 2001. The dinner and ceremony for this year's event are scheduled for Friday, Nov. 7, in the John Marshall Room of the Memorial Student Center. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
How $43M is saving Detroit basements
The Brief Detroit is using $43 million in federal funds for a Private Sewer Repair Program to prevent future flooding after a major 2021 disaster. The program helps homeowners repair private sewer lines, with about 650 homes already completed and more being processed weekly. Residents are encouraged to apply for the program to help protect their homes from the next major storm. DETROIT (FOX 2) - In June 2021, Detroit experienced one of its worst flooding disasters, with approximately 30,000 homes damaged after a historic rainstorm. Now, federal funds totaling $43 million are being utilized for the Private Sewer Repair Program, aimed at helping homeowners prevent future devastation. The Private Sewer Repair Program assists residents in repairing their private sewer lines, with about 650 homes already completed, and the city continues to process repairs for 5 to 20 homes weekly. What we know In June 2021, a catastrophic flood hit Detroit, damaging an estimated 30,000 homes. Mary Alexander, a Detroit homeowner, witnessed significant flooding in her basement during this event. The city has since launched the Private Sewer Repair Program, supported by $43 million in federal funds, to help homeowners address their portion of the sewer system. Approximately 650 homes have already been repaired through this program. The city is working through 5 to 20 homes each week and plans to continue until the funding is exhausted. The backstory "It was the entire basement. I was like, Oh my God," Alexander said. "(I had) heart palpitations. I was frustrated I had so much stuff down there I was trying to figure out – ok, some of its floating in the water, some of its not." Rico Razo, from Detroit's Housing and Revitalization Department, said they're aiming to make sure it never happens again. "We're excited that we have that many residents that can sleep that well at night, not having to run down to the basement to check and see if their basement is flooded after heavy rainfall," Razo said. Thanks to the $43 million, homeowners like Alexander are sleeping a bit more soundly. "They replaced my entire line. All the way out. They did all that work within a matter of days," Alexander said. Sam Smalley, from the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD), said the goal is to prevent future flooding. "It's a pretty comprehensive project," Smalley said. "We're hardening basements while we're working on our public infrastructure. This also helps residents protect their houses." Smalley encouraged all eligible residents to apply for the program. "Everyone should apply. We're trying to harden as many basements as we can and go as fast as we can because we don't know when the next storm is," Smalley said. What you can do Residents can apply for the Private Sewer Repair Program to help prevent future basement flooding. More information about the program is available on the city's website. The Source FOX 2 spoke to Mary Alexander and the city about the program and how the money will be used.
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
PGA Championship contender cashes in after star forced to withdraw
Alex Smalley was the first alternate for the PGA Championship and only found out he would be competing one day before the tournament, yet he made a major impression on the event's first day Just a day before the PGA Championship started, Alex Smalley was on tenterhooks, unsure whether he'd even get to swing his clubs at Quail Hollow. As an alternate, his participation hinged on the withdrawal of a qualified player. Fate intervened when Sahith Theegala was forced to step aside due to a lingering neck injury that saw him bow out early from the Truist Championship the previous week. The injury failed to heal in time for the prestigious event and subsequently opened the door for Smalley, 28, who has seized the moment spectacularly. From barely being in the tournament to soaring to T4 in the leaderboard as Friday dawned, the North Carolina-born star turned what seemed improbable into reality. "I really prepared just like any other week," said Smalley following his astounding start to the tournament. "Obviously, it's interesting being first alternate. I was losing hope after every passing hour. And you know, you hear about everybody's ailments being first alternate." Not knowing his fate until Wednesday afternoon didn't hinder Smalley, who lit up the course with three birdies across four holes on the back nine. Although he gave away a couple of shots on the formidable par-four over on the front nine, he spectacularly clawed back into contention with a mesmerising 70-foot eagle putt on the par-five seventh, reports the Express. After securing a birdie at the eighth and maintaining par on the challenging ninth, Smalley ended three shots behind the leader Jhonattan Vegas. Despite his delight, Smalley spared a thought for Theegala. "I wish him the best and hope to have him back out here as quick as possible because us players and I know the fans really like him a lot," Smalley said. "It was a shame to see him not be able to play this week. But it was nice to get an opportunity to play." Smalley almost made the cut for the PGA Championship a week earlier. Last week at Myrtle Beach Classic, he was just two shots off the lead, and he had hope due to a unique circumstance. A space was reserved at the PGA Championship in case the Myrtle Beach winner was already qualified. It boiled down to Ryan Fox, Mackenzie Hughes and Harry Higgs. Since Hughes was pre-qualified for the PGA, Smalley would step in if Hughes clinched the victory. However, with Hughes bogeying the final hole and Fox winning the tie-breaker, Smalley remained first alternate. Smalley made the hopeful journey back to Greensboro, North Carolina, fingers crossed for a chance to play. Reflecting on his opportunity, he said: "I live about an hour and a half from here in Greensboro. I grew up just north of Raleigh. To have a major championship in your home state is awesome. To be able to get in last minute is great." He has also been the first alternate on a few occasions on the PGA Tour. While it's somewhat of a stretch to expect anything major from him, with the star finishing in T23 at his last PGA Champs in 2023, it's worth remembering that John Daly famously won the 1991 event as the ninth alternate in his rookie season on the Tour. 'I guess I've had decent luck at first alternate before, but I don't really want to be in that position anymore,' Smalley said. However, this pans out for him, it's been a very unexpected 24 hours for the US star.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Last man in field and a North Carolina native, Alex Smalley in early contention at PGA
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Alex Smalley was on the putting green at Quail Hollow, going through his drills and looking like any of the other 156 players at the PGA Championship. But he wasn't. On the eve of the major, Smalley wasn't sure he would have a tee time . And then in a span of about 20 hours, the North Carolina native went from first alternate to a 4-under 67 that kept his name around the top of the leaderboard Thursday. Advertisement 'I really prepared just like any other week,' Smalley said. 'Obviously, it's interesting being first alternate. I was losing hope after every passing hour. And you know, you hear about everybody's ailments being first alternate.' In this case it was Sahith Theegala who had to withdraw during the Truist Championship last week at Philadelphia Cricket Club. And his neck injury never got better for the Californian to play the PGA Championship, a major he finished in the top 15 a year ago. So he was out. Smalley was in. He had three birdies in a four-hole stretch on the back nine (after starting on No. 10), dropped a pair of shots on tough par 4s on the front nine and then shot his way back into the mix by holing a 70-foot putt across the green on the par-5 seventh for eagle. Advertisement Smalley made a short birdie putt on the short par-4 eighth, managed par on the brutal par-4 ninth hole and had his lowest score in his third appearance at the PGA Championship. He felt bad for Theegala, but only to a point. 'I wish him the best and hope to have him back out here as quick as possible because us players and I know the fans really like him a lot,' Smalley said. 'It was a shame to see him not be able to play this week. But it was nice to get an opportunity to play.' Smalley already had one close call getting into Quail Hollow. The PGA Championship takes all PGA Tour winners, and Smalley was two shots out of the lead on the back nine at the Myrtle Beach Classic on Sunday. He didn't make up ground, but there was still hope. Advertisement The PGA Championship kept a spot open in case the Myrtle Beach winner had already qualified for Quail Hollow. The tournament came down to Ryan Fox, Mackenzie Hughes and Harry Higgs. Hughes was already in the PGA, so if he won then Smalley would be in as first alternate. 2025 PGA Championship - Round One 2025 PGA Championship, Day 1 LIVE: Leaderboard, updates, scores and highlights First-round action from the men's second major of the season. Hughes made bogey on the last hole and Fox won the playoff. Smalley was still an alternate. Smalley drove home to Greensboro and didn't bother coming over until Monday night. And then he treated it like any other tournament, playing nine holes when he could because of rain, practice, another nine holes Wednesday morning, more waiting and hoping. Advertisement What helped make it feel normal was getting notice on Wednesday afternoon. Otherwise, he would have had to be around the practice area from 7 a.m. until 2:37 p.m., the last tee time. The PGA Championship alternates come off a special PGA Tour money list. Smalley was the fifth alternate when the field was announced last week. Unlike other majors that have an alternate list, this group typically is PGA Tour players capable of hanging with the best. John Daly famously won the 1991 PGA Championship as the ninth alternate in his rookie season on the PGA Tour. Smalley has been first alternate a few times on the PGA Tour, getting the call predawn of the opening rounds. 'I guess I've had decent luck at first alternate before, but I don't really want to be in that position anymore,' he said.
