by Toter - 2 months ago
Christian Oldendorp, a Danish missionary, chronicled in 1767 that numerous escaped slaves had settled in the mountainous Maroon Hill on St. Croix, shielded by dense bush and their wariness. This account serves as a rare Danish record of Maronberg, a community of Maroons in the island's northwest m...
by Toter - 2 months ago
CHINESE CAMP, Calif. — A rapidly spreading fire has devastated homes in this historic Gold Rush town, established in the 1850s by Chinese miners fleeing nearby encampments. The Sierra Nevada foothill blaze endangered the remaining historic buildings, prompting evacuations for approximately 100 res...
by Toter - 2 months ago
August 29, 2025, marks two decades since Hurricane Katrina ravaged the northern Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm, claiming nearly 1,400 lives and displacing over a million residents across Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi, resulting in damage exceeding $200 billion—rendering it the most expensive...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Summary: A proposed initiative by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may introduce intriguing mail care packages of fresh produce for Americans enrolled in SNAP, subject to certain conditions.According to reports, millions of food assistance recipients might soon find packages at their doorstep con...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Donald Trump has effectively demonstrated his prowess in confronting Democrats, tackling unaddressed issues with tenacity. For instance, he has scrutinized academia, where leftist ideologies flourished under the pretense of “student visas.” This year alone, over 6,000 visas were revoked, many linked...
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Jimmie and Deborah Johnson are celebrating an impressive 50 years of marriage, having married in April 1975. The couple has journeyed across nearly every U.S. state using cars, trains, and notably, motorcycles. “We’ve crisscrossed the country four times on a motorcycle and extensively traveled by tr...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Four years prior, Ashley M. Jones was appointed Alabama’s first Black and youngest poet laureate. Tragically, she also experienced the unexpected loss of her father, whom she regarded as her hero. Her forthcoming collection, “Lullaby for the Grieving,” will be released by Hub City Press on September...
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Met in June 1965 at Emmanuel Temple Holiness Church in Birmingham, Jimmie was captivated by 10-year-old Deborah's beauty and demeanor. “I knew then she was the one,” he remarked. Although 11-year-old Jimmie displayed a lively spirit, Deborah, still a child, found him cute yet reserved. Their friends...
by Toter - 2 months ago
UAB President Ray L. Watts has announced that the university is poised to receive its most substantial freshman cohort ever this autumn. As the fall semester approaches, anticipation is building around this remarkable milestone. The anticipated influx of students reflects the institution's growing a...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Cracker Barrel transcends being merely a restaurant chain; it's an emblem of Americana, rooted in nostalgia. Families are drawn not by modern aesthetics but by the charm of rocking chairs, cozy fireplaces, and an inviting atmosphere reminiscent of simpler days. The essence of this iconic brand is it...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Forget conventional TED-talk narratives. Consider a figure who didn’t broker tranquility—he financed devastation, transformed funding into weaponry, and markedly weakened Iran’s terrorist networks financially. Intriguingly, in a mere fraction of his initial term, Trump didn’t merely hinder them; he...
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GRAMMY, Dove, and Stellar Award-winning gospel artist and songwriter Jonathan McReynolds collaborates with Jamal Roberts, the winner of American Idol Season 23, in their divine pairing for the new single “Still.” This poignant and soul-affecting gospel worship ballad incorporates subtle elements of...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Marvel Studios has unveiled the eagerly anticipated trailer for the upcoming Marvel Zombies, a four-part streaming spectacle set to premiere this September on Disney+. Initially, I wasn’t particularly enthusiastic about the Marvel Zombies franchise, but the trailer has sparked my interest. This seri...
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Congressman Bobby Scott welcomed attendees to his cherished Labor Day Cookout in Newport News, symbolizing the unofficial onset of Virginia’s 2025 electoral campaign. This vibrant gathering attracted Democrats uniting to galvanize supporters and encourage potential candidates. The event served as a...
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President Donald Trump criticized ABC News on Sunday night following former DNC chairwoman Donna Brazile's condemnation of his decision to terminate Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris. Brazile labeled the action as "petty" and "vindictive" during her appearance on ABC'...