Month: October 2020
In Search of the Fountain of Youth
You may remember your history book told you of Ponce de Leon and his search for the “fountain of youth.” His trip to Florida actually…
What Remains in Florida, Missouri
Little remains of the town of Florida, Missouri; or, depending on how you view history, a lot remains of Florida, Missouri. For while the town…
The Sailing Capital of the United States
It is known as the sailing capital of the U.S. It also happens to be a state capital…a former national capital…and home to some of…
Preserving a City’s History
Just about any place you visit in this nation can spin quite a tale about it’s history…but this east coast city has done a remarkable…
The U.S. Record in Park County, Indiana
Park County, Indiana holds a record. If you’ve ever traveled there, you probably know what that record is…and if you have not, well the claim…
A Good Roof Goes a Long Way
We’ve heard the cliché that it’s important “to have a good roof over your head.” In this county, the good roof applies to farm more…
Where Cotton is King
Cotton is an important crop in west Texas. Not only is it vital for local farmers and industry, the story of that crop and agriculture…
A West Texas Salute to Agriculture
On some farmsteads you’ll find old machinery parked outside…pieces that have not been used for years that perhaps look more like a museum to agriculture…
Buddy Holly’s Continuing Influence
It’s been over 60 years since Buddy Holly died, but his music and the work of inspiring other young people in the arts lives on…
Entertainers in Their Line of Work
When we think of big name musicians, we often think of them only in their role as an entertainer. We may not recognize them in…