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Protecting outdoor furniture and gear before fall weather arrives can save money and prevent damage. Deck boxes and patio furniture covers are essential for storing items like cushions, tools, and pool accessories. Retailers like The Home Depot, Wayfair, and Amazon offer deals on outdoor storage solutions as summer ends. Shoppers should prioritize buying outdoor items now as prices are often at their lowest before the fall season begins.

Aug. 16, 2026, 5:32 a.m. CT My Evergreen offers a variety of outdoor decor for the fall season. Shoppers can find items to support their favorite NFL and MLB teams. The store features a popular metal porch goose named Giddy that can be dressed in seasonal outfits. Customers can save 15% on two or more items with the code HONK15 through the end of the year. Fall is headed our way, which means football season, cooler weather and all the fun holidays.

The "Romance on Route 66" cross-country tour celebrating the iconic highway's 100th anniversary is set to swing through Amarillo this week. OnAug. 18 and 19, Harlequin (on wheels!) will stop in Amarillo, traveling from Chicago to Santa Monica and stopping at Walmart stores in 10 cities across the nation, in its debut Airstream photo vehicle. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66, and Harlequin Books is celebrating in a big way with its Romance on Route 66 campaign.

USA TODAY Staff Aug. 16, 2026, 4:35 a.m. CT In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Mentions, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test your knowledge simultaneously. Now, let's delve into solving the Mentions crossword clue, featured as 71 Across in the USA Today Crossword on August 16, 2026. The Mentions Crossword Clue Answer is...

USA TODAY provided by Sanctuary Aug. 16, 2026, 3:34 a.m. CT Here are the horoscopes for today, Sunday, August 16, 2026. For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience. What is your zodiac sign? A guide to what astrology can tell you about yourself Get to know Leo: Personality traits and more on this Zodiac sign Leo (July 23 - August 22) Have you been hard to reach? The moon’s alignment with Venus asks you to catch up on correspondence.

Progressive leaders tell USA TODAY that depsite the setback in Wiscons, close primaries in swing states show a surging movement having its moment. Aug. 16, 2026, 2:00 a.m. CT The left wing of the Democratic Party suffered a setback in Francesca Hong's abrupt collapse in the Wisconsin governor's primary on Aug. 11, but the progressive movement's leaders say her near-victory and recent wins elsewhere still demonstrate their side is surging.

Since 1992, South Carolina primary voters have picked the winning candidate when Democrats won the White House. Who's likely to do well there in 2028? Aug. 16, 2026, 2:00 a.m. CT Since 1992, anytime a Democrat has won the White House, South Carolina primary voters have picked the winning candidate. Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden were the top vote-getters in the state on their roads to the presidency. As Democrats seek a path back to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

Jolly's campaign focuses on Florida's affordability crisis, including rising insurance rates and living costs. Jolly has selected former Democratic congresswoman Gwen Graham as his running mate to build a broader coalition. Despite recent Democratic wins in the state, polls show a competitive race, and experts believe Republicans still hold an advantage.

Aug. 15, 2026, 8:00 p.m. CT After a single ticket matched all six numbers to win Wednesday's $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot, the game's top prize has reset to $20 million for tonight. The winning ticket was sold at a Hy-Vee gas station in Quincy, Illinois, ending months of rollovers and one of the biggest jackpot runs in Powerball history. The winner can choose between an estimated $1.04 billion annuity or a $450.5 million lump-sum cash payment before taxes.

If your activewear only works at the gym, it's probably not earning its closet space The best clothes today have to do more. Whether you're heading to Pilates, catching a flight, grabbing coffee or spending a full day on the go, versatility matters. That's exactly why Athleta's newest arrivals caught my attention.