Popcorn has grown into a favorite snack food since the tasty confection of Cracker Jack hit the scene at the World's Fair in 1893. We eat it plain or buttered; seasoned with herbs, spices or cheese; ...

The telltale tassels are the giveaway; tassels on sweet corn and field corn stand upright at attention. But popcorn plants are noticeably different – they have floppier tassels. But since that’s just ...

Popcorn has been around since 3600 B.C., according to archaeologists who have found popcorn remnants during research digs. Who knows how popcorn was originally discovered — but it is quite likely it ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. SIOUX CITY — It's been one year since Steve Huisenga took the helm at the American Pop Corn Co., best ...

There’s nothing like popcorn in progress: the snapping kernels, the warm, buttery smell and the knowledge that a delicious snack will be ready in minutes. It gives you some good time to think and ...