Jack and I had just settled into a small rental house in a quiet neighborhood for a short-term work assignment. The day after we moved in, a woman named Lindsey from across the street knocked on our door with a tray of cookies. Her smile was polite but felt forced. After a brief introduction, her…
But the moment we pointed out a discreet government sticker on the windshields of both vehicles, her confidence wavered, and the smirk quickly faded. The following morning, a federal agent knocked on Lindsey’s door. He calmly explained that by having the marked government vehicles towed, she had unknowingly disrupted an active undercover operation resulting in…
There may be times when we come across something in our home, perhaps in a drawer or in a box in the attic and we have no idea what it is. When we see these things, we sometimes turn to the Internet for the answers we need. There are also times when some things are…
It’s not ju bt a matter of understanding why these items are no longer in use, it’s understanding what they were used for in the first place. You will appreciate this as much as we did. 1. “I found this plugged into the wall at my Airbnb. My host claims it’s a night light. Can…
Tommy and Maryanne Pilling’s love story is a heartwarming reminder that true love knows no boundaries. Maryanne, born in 1971, grew up with strong support from her mother and sister. Tommy, born in 1958 and orphaned at 12, faced life with fewer resources. They met in 1990 while working at a training home for people…
They married in 1995, becoming the first couple with Down syndrome to wed in the UK. Their story continues to inspire, proving that love, resilience, and connection can overcome any challenge.
Authorities in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, have identified 20-year-old Wess Val Roley as the suspect in a deadly ambush that targeted first responders. Investigators say Roley intentionally started a wildfire on Canfield Mountain, then opened fire on firefighters as they arrived. Two senior officials, Frank Harwood and John Morrison, were killed, and firefighter Dave Tysdal remains…
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The ambush, which occurred on June 29, sparked a large-scale response involving about 300 personnel, including FBI agents and National Guard troops. Later that day, Roley was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. A firearm and fire-starting device were found nearby, confirming suspicions that the wildfire was used to lure firefighters into danger….
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Note: we are republishing this story, which originally made the news in September 2017.A Dairy Queen in Kewaskum, Wisconsin, has gone viral after a sign in its window declared the restaurant “politically incorrect,” stating staff say “Merry Christmas,” “God Bless America,” support the troops, and offer free sundaes to veterans on Veterans Day. Owner Kevin…
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While some criticized the message, others—including local business owners—defended it as free expression. Dairy Queen’s corporate office responded, clarifying the sign reflects the owner’s personal views and does not represent the brand, emphasizing all customers deserve respect.
