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OPINION
The Battle of Bennington, Vermont
This is another in our series of articles from the DAR and SAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026.
The Battle of Hanging Rock
This is another in our continuing series of articles from the SAR & DAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Balls Creek A Living Slice Of Americana
Every August, some of Catawba County’s oldest families gather at Balls Creek Campground for a respite from modern distractions. It’s a religious retreat, but I’m willing to bet that most of the folks enjoy the old-time nostalgia as much as the churchy aspects.
Commissioners Talk Affordable Housing
It wasn't on the agenda but the need for affordable housing became a topic of a discussion at Monday night's County Commissioners meeting.
Who Do We Believe
People in 2023 have many choices.
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My Poignant Visit To Anne Frank’s Secret Annex In Amsterdam
I included the tour in my schedule, securing tickets six weeks in advance. That’s how popular the site is.
The Turning Point: How France Helped America Win the Revolutionary War
The American colonies won their independence from Great Britain thanks in part to help from other nationa, especially France.
Rep. Jackson Says Government Shutdown Coming
Congressman Jeff Jackson, who represents NC's 14th district (Gaston & Mecklenburg) says a government shutdown is coming.
The Battle of Stono Ferry
The American War for Independence began in New England, but in 1779, it moved into the South.
The Stuff Of Summer
Four years ago, I offered a list of things that mean summer, and with temperatures again steaming past 90, it’s time for another look at what makes summer… well, summer.
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Why I'll Send Mike Pence a Contribution
Three of the GOP Presidential contenders are using unusual means to get contributions.
Lewisfield Plantation
This is another in the series from the DAR & SAR leading up to America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Aging
Today Judge writes about how all aging is different.
A FORK IN THE ROAD
Quirky News Tickles My Fancy
Recently I received a couple of vintage news clippings from a friend. She, like me, clips unusual news items that beg to be shared.
GUEST COLUMN
Smokey Skies Harken To Dark Day Of 1780
I was up in Delaware a couple of weeks ago. Somehow, I’d missed the news about the bad air over the Middle Atlantic states. When I arrived at my friend Mary’s house and thought I smelled ag chemicals. Nope, it was the smoke, she said. Forest fires in Canada.
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November 29, 2023