The Farmer’s Almanac is ending a 200-year tradition—its final publication will be in 2026. In Long Beach, officials are brainstorming a new Belmont Shore safety plan after a fatal shooting. 
The U.S. Mint pressed its last circulating penny on November 12, 2025, ending production due to rising costs—each penny cost nearly four cents to make. The move is expected to save millions annually. We also cover a rise in storage-unit thefts, with tips on the best high-security locks, insurance, and what to do if you're hit.  We remind listeners that we’ll be LIVE on remote at Smart & Final in Yorba Linda on 11/21 to kick off Pastathon. 
President Trump then officially reopens the government as the shutdown comes to an end.