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September 3, 2024

On this day in history, September 3, 1777, 'Stars and Stripes' flies in battle for first time

For the first time, our nation's American flag was flown in battle, on this day in history, Sept. 3, 1777, during a Revolutionary War skirmish at Cooch's Bridge, Delaware. Here's the background.

September 2, 2024

Rare coin from 1776 found in bottom of toffee tin to sell at auction

An extremely rare coin was found at the bottom of a jar and dates back to America's Independence Day. The unique 1776 coin will soon sell to the highest bidder.

September 1, 2024

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on holidays, hallowed sites and contests on the high seas

In this week's American Culture Quiz, questions celebrate a well-known holiday as well as American history, long-running competitions and more. Can you get all 8 questions right?

August 27, 2024

Ohio bill would require Pledge of Allegiance policies to be 'openly' disclosed by school boards

Ohio state Reps. Gail Pavliga and Tracy Richardson, both Republicans, sponsored a bill that would require school boards to publicly disclose their Pledge of Allegiance policies.

August 18, 2024

America's veterans and heroes get support through bold Mt. Kilimanjaro climb for charity

A bold climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro took place this summer to benefit charities supporting America's veterans and military first responders. Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke with Michael O'Dell, who took part.

August 12, 2024

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on T. rex, togas, cycles and sodas

This week's test of America's unique cultural traits and trends is highlighted by an ageless advertising wonder, a marketing blunder and spine-tingling rolling thunder.

August 9, 2024

US Olympian Sammy Sullivan says Army service helped her win bronze medal for rugby

Sammy Sullivan, Olympic bronze medalist in women's rugby sevens, opens up about her double life as a U.S. Army captain and what it means to represent red, white and blue.

August 9, 2024

Smokey Bear turns 80, is still spreading fire safety messages today

Smokey Bear, the beloved symbol of the U.S. Forest Service, turns 80 years old on August 9, 2024. He's been warning about forest fires and wildfires in the great outdoors for eight decades.

August 3, 2024

On this day in history, August 3, 2004, Statue of Liberty welcomes visitors for first time since 9/11

The Statue of Liberty reopened to the public on Aug. 3, 2004, nearly three years after the 9/11 terror attacks destroyed the nearby Twin Towers of the World Trade Center.

July 31, 2024

New book by Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ' Juan Williams, 'New Prize for These Eyes,' reveals 'second' civil rights movement

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ senior political analyst Juan Williams is releasing a book in Jan. 2025, "New Prize for these Eyes," about a "second" civil rights movement in America. Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital spoke to him.