Author: Tom
The Event that Changed Hemphill, Texas Forever
It was February 1st, 2003. Residents of Hemphill, Texas heard what sounded like a giant explosion on an otherwise peaceful Sunday morning. What took place…
The World’s Largest Dessert
Many of us love to have a piece of apple pie and ice cream. In a moment I’ll tell you where you can get a…
The Liberty Kentucky Apple Festival
Many small towns across the country have a celebration that honors the things that make that place special. In Liberty, Kentucky it’s one crop that…
Elk County, Pennsylvania
If you think the state of Pennsylvania mostly looks like Philadelphia and Pittsburg, you should take a trip here. In fact, a trip to this…
Where Elk Roamed
When you think of places were elk roam forests and wilderness areas, you perhaps do not think of this state. Yet it is here that…
The Mystery of the Ruby Red Slippers
One of the most visited exhibits at the Smithsonian Institution is the red slippers worn by Dorthy in the Wizard of Oz. There are actually…
Known for One Role
Sometimes celebrities in showbiz are known by one particular role they played, no matter the entirety of their life’s work. That is the case for…
Frances Ethel Gumm
There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of Frances Ethel Gumm. You know her by a different name and I’m just about positive that although…
The Pebble Hill Plantation
You know you have quite a farm and mansion when the stables are many times larger, and nicer, than many homes. Such was the case…
The Ownership Change of an Antebellum Home
You can still find several antebellum homes scattered throughout the southern United States. While this home has similar roots, it tells the story of an…
