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According to a new Instacart report, 63% of shoppers spell it “sherbet,” while 37% prefer “sherbert.” But which one is correct? -Instacart data shows that 63% of users searched for “sherbet” while 37% used the alternate spelling “sherbert.” -The spelling “sherbert” isn’t technically wrong — both forms have historical roots dating back to Arabic, Turkish, and Persian. -English speakers have long used both versions, with “sherbert” sticking around due to its phonetic appeal and cultural persistence. The sweltering, sweaty dog days of summer are here, which means there's only one thing to do: Eat as many cold treats as possible,...

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) - Tuesday’s Dallas County Commissioner’s Court meeting erupted into an argument between Commissioner John Wiley Price and a citizen, ending with Price repeatedly telling several citizens to “go to hell.” The exchange started during the public speaking portion of the meeting, which happens after the commissioners have gone through their weekly agenda. Six citizens addressed the court. All of them talked about the recent controversial departure of county Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet.  Sherbet, who was the Elections Administrator for 24 years, said he felt Price and Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins forced him out.