Month: March 2018
More Than Two Blocks of Murals
Michelangelo had a very large canvass when he began work on the Sistine chapel. Make a trip to this river town and you’ll find a…
Where Civil War Engineers Ran Out of Names
Civil War engineers were simply running out of names…but that doesn’t mean the forts here were not important. It’s a place where the Union troops…
Rememberance of the Trail of Tears
Many of us have heard of the Trail of Tears. This community chose to honor those who were forced to make that journey. It turn…
A Long Stretch of Original Route 66
Old Route 66 is a major tourist attraction in many communities along the highway. But here you’ll find some of the longest stretches of original…
Wildlife That Draws People Here
Deer, turkey, black bear and mountain lion – they are just a few of the creatures roaming these woods and that has made this place…
A Unique Look at the Outdoors
When you grow up with something all of your life, you may not realize exactly how special it is. That was a bit the case…
Making An Investment in the Future
Shickley, Nebraska is a small town that’s made a big investment in its future. It’s been an important journey in sharing a story now that’s…
Raising Money to Take Care of Needs
Taxes are one of the ways our cities and counties carry out their business. Citizens here do pay taxes, but the impressive story is what…
Dedicated Citizens Creating Positive Change
Today we return to a small town in Nebraska, five years after we first shared their story of how dedicated local citizens can create amazing…
Chicago’s Old City Library
Chicago’s Michigan Avenue has long been a place noted for fine shops, hotels and attractions. Many people though, pass by one of the great gems…