Task & Purpose: The mother of former Defense Secretary James Mattis has died; Meet the first female Marine assigned to fly the F-35C; Navy reassigns prosecutor caught trying to spy on Gallagher defense team before trial; Navy SEAL and Marine Raider could dodge sexual assault charges in hazing death of Green Beret in Mali; Chuck Norris has a new TV special, so we’re going to use this as an excuse to make a bunch of Chuck Norris jokes and more ->
Military.com: New Report Points to Acute Fatigue as Factor in Deadly Navy Ship Collision; $100M Wrongful Death Appeal Filed by Family of US Marine Recruit Denied; Terminally Ill Military Kids Can Now Receive Both Treatment and Hospice; Marine Sergeants Face New Deadline to Pick Up Staff Sergeant and more ->
Military August 07, 2019
Alaskanomics
- Commonwealth North launches new Alaska budget website September 24, 2020Commonwealth North has launched a new website to assist Alaskans in better understanding the State's fiscal challenge. The site allows Alaskans the opportunity to make revenue and spending choices to address the projected $1.3 billion shortfall in the 2022 budget. Designed by the group's Fiscal Policy Study Group, the site...Katie Bender
APRN Alaska News
- Alaska News Nightly: Friday, September 25, 2020 September 26, 2020The Trump administration plans to rollback the long-debated Roadless Rule. And, Bethel leaders focus on incentives rather than enforcement-- in getting residents tested for Covid-19. Plus, wildlife officials in Anchorage are looking for a bear that charged some young campers- and then ran.Mayowa Aina, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
- Fish and Game is looking for a black bear that followed and charged people in Anchorage park September 26, 2020The repeated run-ins with the bear were part of the reason that one children's camp decided to move out of Russian Jack to another park.Tegan Hanlon, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Delanceyplace.com
- the artist hilma af klint -- 9/25/20 September 25, 2020Today's selection -- from Hilma af Klint: Paintings for the Future by Tracey Bashkoff. The artist Hilma af Klint: "Artist Hilma af Klint (1862-1944) created 193 paintings between 1906 and 1915 known as The Paintings for the Temple, the ambitious cycle that would come to define her. These works on canvas and on paper are […]
- there were no ethnic romans -- 9/24/20 September 24, 2020Today's selection -- from Rome by Robert Hughes. In the founding myth of Rome, the twins Romulus and Remus established the city on the banks of the Tiber River in roughly 750 BCE and invited the outcasts of society to be its first citizens: "[The site for Rome on the banks of the river Tiber, […]
Bob Mayer
- Day 189: 2020 Pandemic. How Climate Change Will Reshape the United States September 15, 2020We’ve noticed this summer in Tennessee has been more humid than usual. To the point where working outside is fraught with the danger of heat exhaustion event though the temperature is not extreme, perhaps 90 degrees. My wife and I are talking about moving. But where? Welcome to the future. The Mississippi valley, extending to […]Bob
Legislative Drafting Institute for Child Protection (LDICP)
- Recent Research Spreadsheets November 30, 2016Our students have compiled research in three topic areas. Below are the links to their research tables that can be downloaded for searching and viewing. For a state-by-state review of Mandatory Reporter laws, click here. For a state-by-state review of Background Check laws, click...feigleycommunications
- 2016 Legislative Drafting Students November 15, 2016Our students spent the summer working on the inaugural project of the LDICP. Through their extensive research, massive databases of information on state statutes regarding the abuse of children ave been created and will be posted here as their work is finalized. Here are...feigleycommunications
Chris The Story Reading Ape’s Blog
- Four Ways to Screw Up Your Book Cover – by Nate Hoffelder… September 27, 2020on Create If Writing: When it comes to getting your next reader, book covers are the most important part of a book. They are the one part of the book that a reader is sure to see, and covers are often both the first and last time that a potential reader will consider your book. […]The Story Reading Ape
I didn’t have my glasses on…
- the hell with it. September 27, 2020Reese’s is putting pretzels in peanut butter cups, because ‘the hell with it, it’s 2020’ Alexis Benveniste, from CNN Business, reports the following big news from the world of confections: This year has been far from sweet, so Reese’s is embracing its salty side by adding pretzels to its peanut butter cups. The Hershey’s candy […]beth
Indian Country Media Network
- Shoshone leader competes for Utah US House seat September 27, 2020Democrat Darren Parry says his message is ‘one of hope and bringing people together’ #NativeVote20Election 2020
Legends of Windemere
- Time for More Completed Puzzles . . . Eh, It’s a Hobby September 27, 2020Took me a while to figure out when I last did one of these. It was back in May when I finished all of those Thomas Kinkade superhero ones. I kept wanting to post more, but I kept forgetting. So, … Continue reading →Charles Yallowitz
Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life
- Smorgasbord Cafe and Bookstore – Author Spotlight – Life Changing Moments – Shake The Dust Off Your Feet by Sherri Matthews September 27, 2020Welcome to Cafe and Bookstore spotlight. I invited writers to share what they consider to be a defining moment in their lives that resulted in a major positive change. The current series ends on October 11th and is booked out … Continue reading →Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
Bluebird of Bitterness
- Sunday musical offering September 27, 2020It’s the birthday of pianist, conductor, and composer Jean Berger (1909-2002). He was born in Germany to Orthodox Jewish parents, and studied in Vienna and Heidelberg, earning his doctorate in musicology in 1931. Following Hitler’s rise to power, Berger moved first to France, then to Brazil, and then to the United States. He became a U.S. […]bluebird of bitterness
Elle Knowles: Finding Myself Through Writing
- It’s Too Peopley Out There July 3, 2020We live in the most perfect area to have a staycation. The gulf with its white sand beaches are only five minutes away. We have the best restaurants with fresh seafood and seats with the best views. The charter fishing experience is top notch. Evidently, this is not a best kept secret anymore. The only […]Elle Knowles
KarmaTube
- How To Be At Home September 24, 2020This tender animation on the theme of isolation reunites filmmaker Andrea Dorfman with poet Tanya Davis ten years after their first collaboration on the viral film "How To Be Alone." "How To Be At Home" speaks to what so many of us are going through these days with quarantines, lock-downs and stay-at-home orders. "Lean into loneliness—and know you’re not […]
Positively Present
- growing through it: reflections on my new book August 23, 2020It's hard to believe it's been months since I've written a post! This year, for all of us, has been such a strange one. For some, it's been heartbreaking. For others, merely unusual. But, regardless of what's happened in your life, 2020 has been a year of change. Like it or not, 2020's smacked us […]positively present
The Diesel-Electric Elephant Company, England.
- Perhaps my favourite time of day September 16, 2020aside from all of the sleeping hours, and of those there are many, is the early morning. That part of … MoreIan Hutson
Joan Reeves: Slingwords
- Introductory Price for The Key To Kristina September 26, 2020Introductory Price of 99¢ goes away in 2 weeks!The Key To Kristina, my new Mystery Romance, is priced at only 99¢ this first month of release. The price rises to $3.99 in October.Bookzilla, TOP 500 REVIEWER, said: "Surprise ending. Intriguing storyline...twists to keep the reader’s interest. Realistic procedures, actions and reactions. Believable characters with distinct […]Joan Reeves
World United Music
- Prog Rock and Progressive Activism May 24, 2020Progressive Rock Through the AgesBy: Stewart BrennanProgressive Rock is one of several experimental genres that evolved out of Rock n Roll in mid 1960’s. It was a purely creative genre that carried at its initial core, reflections of morality, philosophies, political views and the social economic conditions of the times.The genre had a wide range […]Stewart
WASP Final Flight
- Lucile Doll Wise, 43-7 | August 2, 2018 August 17, 2018"Jacqueline Cochran was looking for WASP. They told me I would have to be interviewed and they would contact me when they came to the Wichita area. But I didn’t wait for that. I went down to Houston for my interview, to speed things up. And I think that’s one of the smartest things I […]Unknown
- Jean McCreery, 44-W-10. |. May 10, 2018 July 20, 2018"My first flight was with a barnstormer at the age of five. I loved it! I also tried to 'fly' out of the barn loft with an umbrella. This was less than successful..." WASP Jean Terrell McCreery, 44-10 The indomitable Marguerite Jean Terrell Moreo McCreery has "...slipped the surly bonds of Earth. And danced the skies on […]Unknown
The Old Motor
- The James Scripps-Booth V8-Powered Speedster September 26, 2020James Scripps-Booth, the heir to the “Detroit Evening News” fortune, developed three unique vehicles during the 1912 to 1922 period when he was an automaker. The last one, the Scripps-Booth car was introduced in 1915 with a four-cylinder engine, and the o.h.v. V8-powered machine that followed in 1916 was his most successful design. The new...David Greenlees
- Four Fun Friday Kodachrome Car Photographs No. 273 September 25, 2020Today’s featured Automaker’s promotional photo contains one of the first low-cost economy cars produced by a company, whose specialty was full-sized cars. This obviously staged image taken in the fall of the year depicts a fishing trip and includes an outboard boat motor we would like our readers to identify. As is the usual practice...David Greenlees
SassyZenGirl
- Earn $6,000/mo Passive Income with Stock Footage (no prior experience!) May 23, 2020Stock footage might not sound too sexy or fun, but this is an easy one to start and doesn’t require any start up funding. In fact, you can start with your smartphone camera. Ready? You Ready Are You Ready GIF from Youready GIFs What is stock footage and how does it work? Stock footage […]Gundi Gabrielle
Stump the Bookseller
- 346B: Search for Children’s Anthology with Precious Few Details September 26, 2020I am (and have long been) searching for a children’s anthology I read and re-read as a child in the early 1960’s. With the passage of time, my memories of the book have faded, but here’s what I still remember: … Continue reading →admin
Ana’s Attic
- Perfect Wreckage by Catherine Cowles | Audiobook Review September 22, 2020Perfect Wreckage (The Wrecked Series Book 2) by Catherine Cowles Narrated by Joe Arden and Maxine Mitchell Standalone in a Related Series Perfect Wreckage by Catherine Cowles is the second in a series that takes place in the small town of Anchor Island. The three best friends who live there each get a book, but […]Ana's Attic
Shorpy
- Thirteenth and F: 1901 September 26, 2020Washington, D.C., circa 1901. "View of 13th Street N.W., west side, looking north from F Street showing view of H.F. Bachman & Co. on the corner and other shops on the block." Which include a dealer in Japanese Fancy Goods and Bric-a-Brac. Also note the public water tap under the tree. 5x7 inch glass negative, […]Dave
- Ford Fairlane: 1956 September 25, 2020"1956 Ford Fairlane Victoria hardtop coupe." This color transparency from the Ford Motor Co. archives is our first in a series of automotive publicity photos. View full size.Dave
Shorpy Reader Shared Photo’s
- The Boys of Summer September 2, 2020Photo taken on the boardwalk of Coney Island around July, 1948 by my mother on a family outing from the Bronx. The Dodgers were still in Brooklyn and Steeplechase park was one of the most creative and exciting amusement park rides of its day. Dad was a milk truck driver for Sheffield Farms Dairy one […]Fathead
- Working on a Truck August 25, 2020From family collection. View full size.Bruin
Shorpy Reader Comments
- 1955 Cleaner September 26, 2020In reply to Ford Fairlane: 1956: I always thought the trim on the '55s had a cleaner line, and the round parking lights seemed more in harmony with the overall design. Of course I admit to some bias since my second car was a 1955 Fairlane Victoria! It was eight years old (and I was […]Dennis M
- A Little Rain on the Parade September 26, 2020In reply to Ford Fairlane: 1956: A publicity shoot with trashed-out tires just doesn't cut it. But it goes along with an otherwise nice MCM Ranch that has bare, stained plywood for a garage door! Now on the other hand... salmon and jade earrings look pretty good together.Wormy
Kim’s Shopping
- Practical Budgeting Tips to Save Money on Healthcare September 26, 2020Medical care is expensive and looking for ways to save money on healthcare isn't easy. It's a gargantuan task if you ask the people who've tried navigating the healthcare system looking for deals, discounts, and coupon codes like the CBDistillery coupon. To make things simpler for you, here are some of the most practical budgeting […]Maria
Thoroughly Reviewed
- Best Travel Makeup Bag May 23, 2020Travel Makeup Bag Comparison habe ROWNYEON HaloVa Relavel Rownyeon Pro MelodySusie Ac.y.c Mossio B & C Chomeiu Material Nylon OxfordFabric Nylon Oxford Fabric PU...Linda Krantz
Whimpulsive
- Wordless Wednesday #539 February 12, 2020Signs of Spring For more Wordless Wednesday, Click here.suziqoregon
Debra Lynn Dadd
- Why I Follow the Precautionary Principle When Evaluating Products September 22, 2020The precautionary principle is an approach sometimes used by policy makers in situations where there is the possibility of harm from making a decision and conclusive evidence is not yet available. It essentially means better safe than sorry. This is the approach that I use in evaluating the toxicity of products. When I research a […]Lisa Powers
- Fabric Sourcing September 22, 2020Question from B I have not found a fabric i like via any of the natural couch companies. How can I source my own non toxic fabrics? Do you have any suggestions for interior designers who can help me design a non toxic home? I am in MA. thank you. Lisa’s Answer I don’t know […]Lisa Powers
BloominThyme
- Sun Hemp Cover Crop August 12, 2020Sun hemp is a perfect cover crop for building the quality of your soil. And soil is everything when it comes to the garden. Soil provides nutrients for plants to be absorbed via their roots and retains moisture for the plant. Well-aerated soil is important and can be achieved by adding compost to your soil. […]gardenfrisk
- Successful Pineapple Harvest July 31, 2020At last, I have achieved a successful pineapple harvest from my backyard garden. It didn’t require much effort, but it did require patience. Years of patience. Generally pineapples take about two and a half years to harvest. On the advice of a friend, I planted these pineapple four and five years ago. He said it […]gardenfrisk
Word of the day
- rambunctious September 27, 2020Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for September 27, 2020 is: rambunctious • \ram-BUNK-shuss\ • adjective : marked by uncontrollable exuberance : unruly Examples: When the kids get a bit too rambunctious, the parents sit them down for a time-out. "To calculate your pool's optimum size and depth, think about who will be using it. Will […]Merriam-Webster
AV Club Wiki Wormhole
- Anything can be a sport, even stuffing an animal down your pants September 27, 2020We explore some of Wikipedia’s oddities in our 6,150,520-week series, Wiki Wormhole.Read more...Mike Vago on AUX, shared by Mike Vago to The A.V. Club
- Tell us about your pop culture weekend: September 25-27 September 27, 2020Our weekly thought-starter asks you (and us) a simple question each week: What pop culture did you consume this weekend, and what did you think of it? If you have suggestions for AVQ&A questions, big or small, you can email them to us here.Read more...The A.V. Club
- Pay another visit to Fargo September 27, 2020Here’s what’s happening in the world of television for Sunday, September 27. All times are Eastern. Read more...Allison Shoemaker on TV Club, shared by Allison Shoemaker to The A.V. Club
- The Witcher forced to re-cast one of its second-string witchers due to COVID-19 September 26, 2020Despite the definitive article in its title, Henry Cavill’s Geralt Of Rivia isn’t the only witcher kicking around in Netflix’s The Witcher. Although his sect of mutant monster hunters is relatively small—on account of the scariest monster of all, medieval bigotry—there are a few other witchers hunting down zombie…Read more...William Hughes on News, shared by William Hughes to The A.V. Club
DamnDelicious
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes September 20, 2020The most amazing pumpkin pancakes – so light + fluffy and made with semisweet chocolate chips. PERFECTION. HELLO FALL. It’s been incredibly beautiful here in Chicago with its crisp Fall days. The leaves are changing colors, the sweaters are coming out, and the pumpkin pancakes are legit taking over all of our kitchens. I […]Chungah @ Damn Delicious
- Vodka Sauce September 4, 2020Amazingly creamy, so bright, and super quick + easy. Comes together in 30 min! Serve with additional fresh Parmesan. SO SO GOOD. Whoa. Just whoa. This has been on my dinner table almost every day this week. It’s creamy. It’s bright. It’s quick. It’s easy. And it’s seriously got EVERYTHING you need – pasta, vodka, […]Chungah @ Damn Delicious
The Authors’ Billboard
- Bittersweet Beginnings 🍂🍁 September 22, 2020Have you ever wanted something so badly that when you finally got it you didn’t know how to react? Well, it’s happening to me now. For weeks, I’ve been wondering what to write in this post, and here I am now, living my big day and not knowing what to say. 2020 is one of […]Melinda De Ross
- What I miss the most… September 20, 2020CoronaVirus has locked me at home since mid-March–six months to the day. At first I thought it would be a three to four weeks confinement and accepted the situation with resignation. I prepared myself a uniform for grocery shopping, something easy to wash regularly, and I chose a pair of pants and a long-sleeved shirt […]Mona Risk
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- 10 Best Baby Snow Boots 2020 September 26, 2020 Ezvid Wiki
Task & Purpose
- Deaths, violence cast shadows over Fort Hood September 27, 2020The Times found 159 noncombat deaths of Fort Hood soldiers since the beginning of 2016, which included seven homicides and 71 suicides.Heather Osbourne, Austin American-Statesman
- Two Holyoke Soldiers’ Home leaders charged with criminal neglect after COVID-19 kills 76 veterans September 27, 2020'They risked their lives from the beaches at Normandy to the jungles of Vietnam. To know they died under the most horrific circumstances is shocking.'Stephanie Barry, The Republican, Springfield, Mass.