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Posted in American Countryside Washington

The Best Thing to Happen to Seattle

This June 6th fire might have been the best thing that ever happened to Seattle, but it sure made shopping a hassle.  This is the…

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Posted in American Countryside Washington

Toilets and Chuckholes

Today’s topic is toilets and chuckholes.  You may have never thought those items to be worthy of a feature until you head to Seattle…

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Posted in American Countryside Washington

Duwamps, Washington Today

I recently had a chance to visit the city of Duwamps, Washington.  You may have never heard that name, but I’m sure you’ve heard of…

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Posted in American Countryside Illinois

The Story of the Heath Bar

Many of us have a favorite candy bar…or maybe we can’t narrow it to just one, but have a few.  You’ve most likely heard of…

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Posted in American Countryside Arkansas

Antarctic Scientists and Fort Smith, Arkansas

Who makes sure that the scientists of Antarctica are accountable to the law?  It may sound like a strange question, but the answer will be…

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Posted in American Countryside Arkansas

A Museum Dedicated to Federal Law Enforcement

They are the longest tenured federal law enforcement group in the United States.  Their important work has played a critical role in U.S. history, however…

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Posted in American Countryside Iowa

A Tour of Vacant Buildings

Vacant buildings can be eyesores, but they can also be opportunities.  So how do you make it the latter instead of the former?  This town…

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Posted in American Countryside Minnesota

A Strange, Damaged Police Car

In Warren, Minnesota you’ll find a 1970s vintage sheriff’s car on display.  What may be a bit unusual is that the car has some damage…

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Posted in American Countryside Minnesota

Viewing a Car With an Unusual Story

It was late August of 1979 and there was a large, yet strange light near the rural intersection where a deputy’s car was patrolling.  When…

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Posted in American Countryside Minnesota

The Father of the Army Jeep

Between the time of World War I and World War II, most armies moved away from the use of horses and mules, to motor powered…

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