Maine is one of several states, mostly in New England, that still has blue laws forcing certain retailers to close on Sundays and holidays. Ever tried to buy a car on a Sunday in Maine? Thanks to a blue law, you can't. These laws were put in place long ago to prevent activities on...
Christmas in 1929 will be remembered for a great blaze in the nation's capital. As a children's Christmas party took place for President Hoover's aides and friends, the West Wing executive offices caught fire. Despite the four-alarmerbringing some 130 firefighters to the White House, the...
stores in 2021: 309 - U.S. headquarters location: West Des Moines, Iowa The second supermarket chain on this list, Hy-Vee caters to the Midwest, operating in Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. A contraction of the last names of its ...
Seven years ago, I decided I wanted to be a fighter. Marcus Roma showed me how. Six years ago, my parents died in a car accident. Marcus Roma picked me up off the ground and held me until I could stand on my own two feet. Five years ago, I fell in love with him. And then ...
A Secret Santa or Secret Hanukkah Harry works well, or you can agree on a family present rather than on individual presents for those outside your own family. A Little Extra You can make any gift a little extra special by making it personal. Giving of yourself, your time, or your talent...