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Apr 14 2024
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Throwback Tulsa: Monumental dust storm covers the country in 1935
April 14, 1935, will be forever remembered as "Black Sunday." That Sunday 89 years ago in the Oklahoma Panhandle began magnificently with bright sunshine, calm winds and plenty of spring warmth. Area residents, so burdened by incessant dust that month, enjoyed the reprieve by flocking outdoors. Picnics, car rides and odd jobs around the farm were tackled with a renewed vigor. The region had
Tulsa WorldApr 07 2024
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Monument council approves redistricting ahead of upcoming election
Per the Monument Home Rule Charter, and months of work from the redistricting commission, an ordinance establishing the revised districts for the upcoming November election has been approved. The Monument Town Council had its regular meeting April 1 at town hall where it reviewed the proposed ordinance changing the town council residential district boundaries. The ordinance was born from the
Colorado Springs GazetteSep 15 2019
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Virginia judge rules Confederate war monuments must remain
A Virginia state judge has ruled the city of Charlottesville cannot move two Civil War statues that were at the center of the riots in 2017.
After Judge Richard Moore issued his ruling Wednesday, plaintiffs that argued in defense of the statues are requesting $604,000 to cover attorney fees, plus $500 for each plaintiff.
The Charlottesville City Council voted unanimously in 2017
Washington ExaminerMay 11 2017
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New Orleans removes 2nd Confederate-era monument
Dozens of people gathered in New Orleans on Thursday morning to witness the removal of the Jefferson Davis Memorial, the second of four Confederate-era monuments that are set to come down.
ABC News (Online)Mar 17 2024
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Picture Connecticut: A Unique Irish Monument
HARTFORD, CT — This week's Picture Connecticut tour takes us to Hartford and a unique monument that seems to be a good fit for St. Patrick's Day. Regardless of one's politics, it's admittedly interesting. It's the Bobby Sands/hunger strike memorial that sits on an oblong traffic island along the 900 block of Maple Avenue in the capital city. It has stood in that spot since 1997. The Bobby
Patch.comApr 11 2024
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Arizona's 'Wonderland of Rocks': Chiricahua National Monument celebrates 100 years
One of Arizona’s strangest, most magnificent and underappreciated places will soon celebrate a milestone. On April 18, 2024, it will be 100 years since President Calvin Coolidge established Chiricahua National Monument. As an Arizona travel writer, I’m often asked about my favorite places. Where are the hidden gems? Unforgettable scenery? Best hiking? My answer to almost every question is
AZ CentralMar 15 2024
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Monument distillery and tasting room close
A popular craft distillery in Monument and its tasting room has closed. Lee Spirits Co. at 303 W. Hwy 105 announced the closing along with its Monument Tasting Room and Brooklyn's on Boulder Street in Colorado Springs. "It is with heavy hearts that we share some difficult news," the distillery said on Facebook. "After a decade of dedicated service to the Colorado community, Lee Spirits Company
Colorado Springs GazetteApr 11 2024
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Chiricahua National Monument celebrates 100 years with free tours, guided hikes
Chiricahua National Monument was established on April 18, 1924, by President Calvin Coolidge to protect the “Wonderland of Rocks” in southeastern Arizona that includes an 8-mile scenic drive and 17 miles of hiking trails. Spanning over 12,025 acres in the Chiricahua Mountains southeast of Willcox, Chiricahua National Monument is celebrating its centennial with a slate of events Thursday
AZ CentralApr 06 2024
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Protesters march against display of Confederate flag, swastikas near Belleville school
A group of 25 people marched through Belleville on Saturday to protest the public display of symbols they say invoke white supremacy and hatred, including the Confederate flag and swastikas, like those in a neighborhood near Union Elementary School. The protesters included local activist JD Dixon and Belleville native Claire Howell, who said her best friend’s childhood home is located in the
Belleville News-DemocratApr 11 2024
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Utah gets $1.5M donation as it unveils more plans for new golden spike monument
SALT LAKE CITY — Utahns may have to wait another year to view a 43-foot replica of the famous golden spike that was driven in Utah 155 years ago to signal the completion of the transcontinental railroad at its final home. However, when people do see it raised in place — likely in the spring of 2025 — it will be at the site of a brand-new state monument in Brigham City dedicated to celebrating
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