Coping with the Loss of a Beloved Pet
Years ago, after losing my sweet Maltese, I received a card with the following inscription: “It came to me that...
Statue of Liberty Arrives in New York Harbor – This Day in History
On June 17, 1885, the Statue of Liberty arrived in New York Harbor, beginning the final chapter in one of...
First Roller Coaster in America Opens – This Day in History
On June 16, 1884, a simple ride at New York’s Coney Island launched an American obsession that continues to captivate...
Our Nation’s Founding Fathers Laid the Foundation for a Strong Gold-Backed Dollar
For almost 200 years after the nation’s founding in the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. could brag about having the...
Are Humans Being Replaced by Machines?
As machines become more sophisticated and increasingly able to handle traditional human tasks, what will become of us? This question...
U.S. Congress Passes Espionage Act – This Day in History
On June 15, 1917, just two months after the United States entered World War I, Congress passed one of the...
Alfred Kilmer – Patriots, Poems, and Trees
Alfred Joyce Kilmer, better known as Joyce Kilmer, lived from 1886 to 1918. He wrote the poem “Trees” in 1913,...
A Star-Spangled Bite: American Hot Dog Recipes & History for the 250th Birthday
Few foods are as deeply tied to American culture as the hot dog. From ballparks to backyard barbecues, this humble...
President Reagan Challenges Gorbachev to “Tear Down This Wall” – This Day in History
On June 12, 1987, standing before Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate, U.S. President Ronald Reagan delivered one of the most memorable...
Senior Discounts: How to Find Them and Save Money
For many older adults, saving money is an important part of managing everyday expenses. Helpful strategies include following a budget,...
Return of Nevada State Fair Another Feather in Gov. Joe Lombardo’s Cap
Over the past four years, Nevada Republican Governor Joe Lombardo has quietly racked up one of the most successful governing...
“E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” Is Released – This Day in History
On June 11, 1982, Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was released in theaters, quickly becoming one of the most beloved...
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