Author: Tom
A Place Called Carhenge
In all of my travels I have found several themes that seem to hold true across many small towns. One of those things I’ve observed…
A Unique Site at Alliance, Nebraska
Today we say hello to our listeners on KCOW in Alliance, Nebraska. Look up that town in an atlas and there’s a good chance you’ll…
A Favorite Attraction in Rural Nebraska
My son is in the 7th grade. Ask him what one of his favorite attractions was on any family vacation and your likely to get…
A Special Place for Rock Climbers
To some people a rock is just a rock, but to those who climb them, this place is special. It doesn’t really matter though if…
Joshua Tree National Park
Summer heat and a lack of water have always made this a difficult place to make a living…yet evidence shows people inhabiting this area for…
The Joshua Tree
Although it is called a tree by name, it certainly doesn’t look anything like an oak, elm or maple. In fact, it really doesn’t look…
Putting Hats on the Map
People always ask who is the most interesting person I’ve interviewed? It’s a question with many answers, and most of the names are ones you…
The Hat Lady, Alvina Sellers
Dr. Suess wrote the cat in the hat, but he should have consulted an expert like Alvina Sellers for background information. In 25 years of…
An Influential First Lady
They were two of the most influential people to occupy the 20th century White House. I’m not talking about two different presidents, but a president…
The Sound of Ringing Rocks
People have been coming to this park north of Philadelphia to play rock music for decades. They are unique sounds that don’t come from guitars…