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Military June 18, 2020

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Military.com: MARSOC IDs Marine Raider Who Died After Parachute Accident at Fort Benning; Onyx, Beloved US Coast Guard Morale Dog, Dies in Michigan; World War II Forces Sweetheart Singer Vera Lynn Dies at 103; Feds: Seattle VA Medical Staffer Stole, Sold Respirators; For First Time in Decades, Female Soldier Completes Final Phase of Special Forces Training and more ->

Task & Purpose: USS Theodore Roosevelt aviators eject safely at sea and more ->

DOD: Secretary Mark T. Esper Message to the Force on DOD Diversity and Inclusiveness and more ->

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Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper, World War Two What Actually Is Blitzkrieg? - WW2 Special, The History Underround Reclaiming Civil War History at the Battle of Franklin | History Traveler Episode 67, Liveth For Evermore: Military History GIGN & the retaking of Air France Flight 8969 | December 1994, Forgotten Weapons The Worst AK I have Ever Seen, USMC Sgt. Wolfgang "Wolf" K. Weninger, Onyx Beloved US Coast Guard Morale Dog, Singer Vera Lynn

By Katie Lange, DOD: Medal of Honor Monday: Marine Corps Gen. Alexander Vandegrift

General Alexander Archer Vandegrift, USMC (March 13, 1887 – May 8, 1973) was a United States Marine Corps four-star general. During World War II, he commanded the 1st Marine Division to victory in its first ground offensive of the war, the Battle of Guadalcanal. For his actions on August 7 to December 9, 1942, in the Solomon Islands campaign, he received the Medal of Honor.[2] Vandegrift later served as the 18th Commandant of the Marine Corps. He was the first four-star general on active duty in the Marine Corps.[3]

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The U.S. was supposed to get keys to a new heavy icebreaker this year. Instead, construction is years late as costs soar. May 8, 2024
The cost to build three Coast Guard icebreakers is 250% higher than initially projected. The first cutter is delayed until at least 2029.
Liz Ruskin, Alaska Public Media
Legislature rejects Dunleavy appointees to state school board and commercial fishing agency May 8, 2024
Members of the House and Senate objected to alleged ethics violations by Bob Griffin, who has sat on the state board for five years.
Eric Stone, Alaska Public Media - Juneau

why and how we remember May 8, 2024
Today's selection-- from Why We Remember by Charan Ranganath. Noradrenaline, the hippocampus, and the amygdala: “Why do our most emotionally intense experiences—times when we were livid with anger, petrified with fear, or in shock from witnessing something terrible—seem to be indelible in memory? The answer to that question is fundamental to the very reason we […]
the hourglass of siena May 7, 2024
Today's selection -- from About Time by David Rooney. The Allegory of Good and Bad Government is a series of three fresco panels painted between February 1338 and May 1339 by Ambrogio Lorenzetti in Siena’s Palazzo Pubblico: “Ambrogio Lorenzetti gazed out of the window of Siena's Palazzo Pubblico, the city hall, for artistic inspiration. […]

The U.S. was supposed to get keys to a new heavy icebreaker this year. Instead, construction is years late as costs soar. May 8, 2024
The cost to build three Coast Guard icebreakers is 250% higher than initially projected. The first cutter is delayed until at least 2029.
Liz Ruskin, Alaska Public Media
Legislature rejects Dunleavy appointees to state school board and commercial fishing agency May 8, 2024
Members of the House and Senate objected to alleged ethics violations by Bob Griffin, who has sat on the state board for five years.
Eric Stone, Alaska Public Media - Juneau

Recent Research Spreadsheets
Our 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...
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Legislative Drafting Students
Our students spend the summer working on the research project of the LDICP. Through their extensive research, massive databases of information on state statutes regarding the abuse of children have been created and will be posted here as their work is finalized. Here are...
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How to Use Symbolic and Archetypal Settings in Your Story – by K.M. Weiland… May 8, 2024
on Helping Writers become Authors: Story settings serve as the backdrop, providing a tangible environment in which characters interact and events unfold. Most settings are realistic and straightforward, providing physical attributes of necessary locations in the story. But writers can raise stories to a higher level by employing symbolic and archetypal settings that go beyond […]
Chris The Story Reading Ape

Sunny Ann Starling, July 2, 1943 - January 6, 2023 January 10, 2023
All-American patriot, artist, designer, entrepreneur, flower arranger, chef, and joyful servant, Sunny Lou Starling, was carried on the wings of angels to the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 6, 2023. She once said her mission was to “Gather and feed all you can, as often as you can, because you never know if […]
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WASP Final Flight February 28, 2022
WASP Deanie Bishop Parrish, 44-W-4"Failure isn't failure unless you let it be. It's simply a change in direction. Just count your many blessings move on. With God's help, anything is possible!"Deanie Bishop Parrish passed away peacefully in her home in Waco, Texas, on February 24, 2022, just one day shy of her 100th birthday. She met every challenge […]
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Four Fun Kodachrome Car Image Series No. 493 May 1, 2024
In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar....
David Greenlees
Five Fun Kodachrome Car Image Series No. 492 April 24, 2024
In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar.
David Greenlees

Manhattan Limited: 1943 May 7, 2024
February 1943. "Chicago, Illinois. One of the Pennsylvania Railroad's giant '6100' class [T1 prototype] engines pulling out of Union Station on the 'Manhattan Limited' run." Medium format acetate negative by Jack Delano for the Office of War Information. View full size.
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I Am the Egg Lady: 1943 May 6, 2024
February 1943. "Rio Grande, Gallia County, Ohio. Farm labor training program to aid in war food production. Mrs. Younkers grading eggs. There are three boys in this family who will also help with farm work." Photo by John Vachon for the Office of War Information. View full size.
Dave

Christmas in Miami: 1954 December 26, 2023
A holiday chestnut worth reheating over the Shorpy Duraflame. "Christmas 1954." My grandmother Sarah Hall (1904-2000) in her living room in Miami Shores four years before I was born. She made the mantel decoration, which saw service for many years, with Brazilian pepper berries from a big tree in the backyard, mixed […]
Dave
Happy Halloween: 1958 October 31, 2023
October 1958, somewhere in Pennsylvania. Big brother is ready for a night of trick-or-treating. Rob from the rich, and share with your understudy! Our fourth selection from a batch of Kodachrome slides found on eBay. View full size.
Dave

Killed by Amtrak May 8, 2024
In reply to Manhattan Limited: 1943: Soon after the New York Central and Pennsylvania railroads merged in 1968, Penn Central petitioned the Interstate Commerce Commission to permit discontinuation of the Manhattan Limited. Though permission was granted, passage of the Rail Passenger Act in 1970 gave a reprieve. But when Amtrak took over, it chose to […]
GlenJay
Back to the Future May 8, 2024
In reply to Manhattan Limited: 1943: The T1 may yet live again.
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Easy Microgreens June 13, 2023
Microgreens seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason: they are packed with nutrients and easy to grow! The USDA and University of Maryland found that leaves from microgreens had more nutrients than the mature leaves of the same plants. And great flavor. Plus, you don’t need a lot of space […]
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Cauliflower Growing Tip April 12, 2023
I’ve been growing cauliflower for years, but only recently did I learn this cauliflower growing tip from a farmer friend of mine. I was showing her my garden and she wrapped her hands around the leaves of my young cauliflower plants and folded them upward. “When your cauliflower begins to form a bud, pull your […]
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Palm Royale season 1 finale: An ending so bad it defies belief May 8, 2024
Is that all there is? No, seriously, is that all there is? That’s the song Maxine (Kristen Wiig) sings—sort of—for her big Beach Ball number, but I’m genuinely asking it about Palm Royale. When the finale ended, I went to Google to make sure I hadn’t made a mistake in the number of episodes. I […]
Lauren Chval
R.I.P. Ian Gelder, Game Of Thrones' Kevan Lannister May 8, 2024
Best known for playing Game Of Thrones’ Kevan Lannister, British actor Ian Gelder died on Monday. As confirmed by his partner, Ben Daniels, Gelder’s death was the result of complications related to bile duct cancer, which he was diagnosed with in 2023. He was 74. Read more...
Matt Schimkowitz
Rest assured, no billionaire feelings were hurt in making the Tom Brady roast May 8, 2024
Nothing says billionaires are funny, normal people that are in no way thin-skinned like editing boos out of an event designed to make celebrities look like good sports. Two days removed from Netflix’s so-called The Greatest Roast Of All Time, a.k.a. The Roast Of Tom Brady, the streamer and participants are already…Read more...
Matt Schimkowitz
Security guard shot outside Drake’s Toronto compound May 7, 2024
As proof that maybe this whole rap beef thing has gone a little too far, a security guard was shot and seriously injured outside Drake’s Toronto mansion early Tuesday. Per CBC, police could not confirm if Drake was home at the time of the 2 a.m. shooting, but he and his team are reportedly cooperating […]
Matt Schimkowitz

Parmesan Lemon Chicken May 4, 2024
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. Golden brown, juicy, tender, parmesan-crusted chicken breasts in a creamy, lemon-garlicky sauce made in 30 minutes! So simple yet so fancy and so so good. It’s a banger meal, especially for those busy weeknights. The recipe uses chicken cutlets too, which is […]
Chungah @ Damn Delicious
Baked (Healthy) Salmon April 20, 2024
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. With a simple and oh-so-flavorful spice rub, this comes together so fast in just 30 min! Quick, healthy and so easy! Baked salmon in 30 min or less, start to finish, with the shortest ingredient list ever? Yes, please. And with a […]
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Daufuskie Delights: A Culinary Journey Through Gullah Flavors by Josie Riviera April 22, 2024
Welcome to Daufuskie Island, where time slows down and the rhythms of Gullah culture come to life. This inviting getaway off the South Carolina coast is more than an island; it’s a testament to the resilience and creativity of the Gullah people, descendants of West African slaves. These people were brought to work on the […]
Donna Fasano
Goodbye and the very best of luck! April 2, 2024
Hi There, It’s always bittersweet when a chapter comes to an end. The Authors’ Billboard has left behind a legacy of captivating stories, and their best sellers have undoubtedly made an indelible mark on readers’ hearts. These last ten years of interacting with you has been a thrill and an honor. I will miss our […]
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The Space Cowboys: Guardians earn their spurs in cavalry tradition May 7, 2024
A U.S. Space Force spur ride candidate hydrates during a spur ride held by 6th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division at Fort Bliss, Texas, Apr 29, 2024. Army photo by Spc. David Poleski.“It's kind of cool to be called Space Cowboys." The post The Space Cowboys: Guardians earn […]
Patty Nieberg
Soldier detained in Russia may have been set up by girlfriend, mother says May 7, 2024
Staff Sgt. Gordon C. Black, shown here as a private first class, while deployed to Iraq in 2009. (Screenshot from 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division video).Before his ill-fated trip to Russia, Staff Sgt. Gordon C. Black's mother says she told him, "Do not go, please do not go, it’s not going to go […]
Jeff Schogol

A Visit to Williams, Arizona May 7, 2024
Mellow day today, windy and sunny.We drove into town and just wandered about the main street area which is part of the famed Route 66 highway.There was a sign claiming: Last town to be bypassed by the construction of I-40. Interesting claim to fame I thought.First, a visit to the Visitor Center/gift shop/small museum featuring […]
redlegsrides
On the Road Again. Boondocking near Williams, AZ May 7, 2024
We left BlazeOurWay's Lori and Chris Z's awesome hospitality today. We're starting our eastward portion of this camping trip, and drove just a few hours to dispersed camping south of Williams, AZ.Wouldn't you know it? The site we picked has excellent cellular internet access! So, no need for Starlink here.After a late lunch, and some resting […]
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The Real Reason Voters Have Soured on Biden September 18, 2023
According to numerous recent polls, Americans believe the economy is in bad shape and don’t trust President Biden to manage it.In response, the president’s supporters have been arguing strenuously that the gloom is mistaken because in fact the economy is doing well—“extremely well,” according to New York Times columnist Paul Krugman; “astoundingly” well and “better than any other […]
Barry Eisler
If You Care About Privacy... June 22, 2023
If you care about privacy, please stop referring to "privacy advocates." This reflexive phrase implies that certain individuals are trying to increase privacy or otherwise change the status quo--an uphill battle regardless of the issue at hand because most people instinctively distrust and even fear change.In fact, privacy is under increasing assault by government and […]
Barry Eisler

Kashevaroff Mountain April 6, 2019
Long before we were a sailing family, Alisa and I were a young couple in love with adventuring in Alaska. The opportunity to introduce Eric and Elias to the delights of outdoor living in the Great Land was one of the big bright sides of our return to Alaska. Earlier this winter, the boys and […]
Letting go March 20, 2019
So...this beautiful island is our home. See the barky? The boys just had their spring break. A week off from school and nothing to keep us from buggering off in Galactic. The weather was generally poor - nothing like the pics above for the most part - so we just snuck off to the west […]

PDS on PBS II Cross post from "Frozen Grin" April 5, 2024
Here is a link to a story about my struggle to draw with Parkinson's Disease. the story is from "The Daily Cartoonist" a Web journal concerning the world of professional cartooning. It was occasioned by the release of the documentary "Matters of Mind, My Parkinson's" which follows three families and their efforts to cope […]
Peter Dunlap-Shohl
Matter of Mind, My Parkinson's, PBS Looks at PD and PD-S March 4, 2024
Here is a short trailer for the PBS documentary "Matter of Mind, My Parkinson's. It follows the attempts of three people and their families to cope with the progressive, disabling and incurable neurological condition. The film won the Audience Choice Award for documentaries at the recent San Francisco Film Festival, possibly due to a scenery-chewing […]
Peter Dunlap-Shohl

Identifying Devil’s Club Plant August 10, 2023
Devil’s Club is a common wild plant in Alaska that’s large & covered in hidden sharp thorns, growing everywhere from remote forests to even well-groomed Anchorage city trails. Just because you’re “in town” doesn’t mean you won’t run into devil’s club. It’s smart to stay on the trails, particularly if you’re not confident spotting it. […]
Ashley
Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffins (Fun Halloween Toddler Snacktivity!) October 21, 2022
Here’s a delicious fall-time spin on classic blueberry muffins. If you’re a solo adult who likes good food, this recipe is for you. Or if you’ve got extra kitchen “helpers” around (read: kids who need entertainment), turn baking these Halloween muffins into a fun toddler snacktivity. Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffin Recipe Ingredients: 2 boxes Jiffy brand […]
Ashley

"Home" vs. "Away" May 20, 2022
I’m home now. I’m looking at the flea market couch I brought up from California; I had cushions made three times over the years till I got it just right. Now it’s just right. It’s been in my life 42 years. Tim has been in my life 34 years, but he had to be out of […]
CloudyinAK
Goodbye, Toronto May 10, 2022
I’m saying my goodbyes to Toronto. I’ve seen my last Hot Docs Festival film, and I’m just back from my last author program. I’ve probably had my last roti, checked out my last book at my local branch library, gone to my last art workshop. Horror of horrors, I’ve even watched my last play. The thing […]
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On Artificial Ignorance May 7, 2024
How is it that a system billed as “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) can be so fundamentally stupid? The screenshot above is Goggle version of AI reporting on the 2023 salmon harvest in British […]
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The headlight May 4, 2024
Evidence now points to victim-blaming effort The Alaska State House of Representatives on Thursday joined the state Senate in endorsing the idea of naming a Fairbanks-area bike path after dead cyclist […]
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Malnourished launches today January 21, 2020
It’s here. The big day. My memoir, the one I spent 15 years struggling over, launches today from Raised Voice Press. I’m feeling very exposed, very vulnerable. This is not at all similar to when Dolls Behaving Badly launched from Hachette Book Group. That was a novel, and while some of it was based on… […]
cinthiaritchie
Book review: Secondhand Summer by Dan Walker December 1, 2019
I had had Alaska writer Dan Walker’s YA novel SECONDHAND SUMMER on my list for a long time, and two weeks ago finally had the chance to dive in. I wasn’t disappointed. Walker’s book, geared for middle school readers (but still immensely enjoyable for adults), follows 14-year-old Sam’s move to Anchorage from the small fishing… […]
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Sitka Nature Show #312 – Laura Kaltenstein (encore) April 7, 2024
Download Radio Show The April 7th show featured a conversation with Laura Kaltenstein, which was originally recorded an aired in late April 2023. We spoke about where birds nest around Sitka, some of the nests we’ve noticed over the years, and how we found them. If you have questions or observations you want to share, […]
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Sitka Nature Show #311 – Lauren Bell March 24, 2024
Download Radio Show The March 24th show featured a conversation with Lauren Bell, research director at the Sitka Sound Science Center. We spoke about her transition from graduate student to her current role, goals and challenges of working on research which is motivated and connected to the communities where it occurs, and some of the […]
matt goff

Sandra’s Overnight Artisan 10" Cast Iron Soft Bread-No Knead March 2, 2024
INGREDIENTS3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant)1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 cups slightly warm water (tepid)--2 teaspoons canola oil (For top and bottom of dough ball so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising)-2 TB butter melted in ramekin, with brush (set aside)--10” Seasoned Cast Iron SkilletMETHODAdd flour to bowl. Add yeast […]
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Sandra's Fresh Apple Pecan Cake (9x13") September 18, 2023
My husband loves this cakeso much he had two pieces 'after' eating lunch...Ingredients2 Eggs1 ½ cup Canola Oil2 cups Granulated Sugar3 cups A-P Flour2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg½ teaspoon Kosher Salt1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda4 cups Chopped Apples (peeled and cored): measure after chopping1 cup chopped Pecans: measure after chopping1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract⅔ […]
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