Word of the Day
Congeries KAHN-juh-reez (noun) Aggregation, collection - www.merriam-webster.com
Website of the Day
Pink’s Hot Dogs
www.pinkshollywood.com
You can’t celebrate National Chili Dog Day without thinking of Pink’s Hot Dog’s, a Hollywood, Calif., stand that has been in operation since 1939. As you snack on a chili dog from your favorite spot, check out the photos from 1940 through today.
Number to Know
20 billion: Estimated number of hot dogs that Americans eat each year, according to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council. Today is National Chili Dog Day, so prepare your dog with some chili!
This Day in History
July 29, 1981: Marriage of Charles, Prince of Wales to Lady Diana Spencer.
Today’s Featured Birthday
Country singer Martina McBride (44)
Daily Quote
“Have a sense of humor about life - you will need it. And be courteous.” - Peter Jennings, who was born on this date in 1938.
