September 8, 2023 Meet the American who patented the drinking straw, Marvin Stone, Civil War veteran and mint julep enthusiast Marvin Stone, a Civil War veteran who survived combat wounds, patented the paper drinking straw in 1888. His invention has enjoyed a rebirth in the 21st century.
September 6, 2023 Holiday travel alert: Don't get duped by scammers As you begin to book and plan your holiday travel, it is important that you are cognizant of scammers looking to swindle customers out of last minute deals.
September 5, 2023 Yes, you can wear white after Labor Day: Fashion experts weigh in While there are many fashion "rules," it all comes down to style and preference. One of the biggest rules is not wearing white after Labor Day, which is an outdated idea.
September 4, 2023 ‘Something to do with America?’ When asked why we observe Labor Day, these Gen Zers ‘have no clue’ On the first Monday of September Americans enjoy a long weekend marking the end of summer to celebrate Labor Day. But do young Americans know why we celebrate?
September 3, 2023 ‘Something to do with America?’ When asked why we observe Labor Day, these Gen Zers ‘have no clue’ On the first Monday of September Americans enjoy a long weekend marking the end of summer to celebrate Labor Day. But do young Americans know why we celebrate?
September 3, 2023 Alleged drunk driver accidentally reports himself to 911 in bizarre highway incident: 'dumb f---' A Lancaster, Nebraska, sheriff's deputy busted an alleged drunk driver who reported himself to 911 after seeing who he thought was a driver going down wrong side of highway.
September 3, 2023 'Challenge and joy of living for God and others' is highlighted this weekend, says South Carolina priest Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, a pastor in Indian Land, South Carolina, shared thoughts about a passage from the Gospel of Matthew for Labor Day weekend, honoring those who toil for others.
September 2, 2023 This Labor Day, let's get real about how things have gotten better for workers in the USA Things have changed dramatically for American workers in 10 years. Many of us now work from home at least one day a week. Technology and culture have changed how we work.
September 1, 2023 America will be celebrating its 250th birthday and everyone's invited: 'Be inspired for our country's future' The 250th anniversary of America's founding takes place on July 4, 2026, and plans are well underway. Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital talked to Rosie Rios, chair of The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission.
August 30, 2023 Minnesota boy reels in wallet filled with $2,000 cash while fishing and returns it to Iowa farmer Minnesota teen Connor Halsa recovered a stranger's wallet filled with $2,000 while fishing with his family — and was determined to return it to its owner who lost it while fishing.