Lubbock, Texas, has some similarities to places in Wyoming – the wind always seems to blow! That makes it the perfect place ...

The well-loved architectural feature is a staple of the American South, but its roots can be traced to Africa.

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Born in New York City in 1810, Bushrod Birch spent time on and off in Pittsfield before serving in the Civil War, and ...

For two and a half centuries, a tract of land in Valentines, Virginia, passed from heir to heir before an outside entity purchased what remained of the property. The Vintage ...

Though West Virginia is among the 10 poorest states ... a living on yeoman farms in valleys and hollows rather than vast plantations common in the slave-holding east. Virginia’s secession ...

Are you looking for the most romantic cities in the United States to plan your next couples’ vacation? From coast to coast, ...

PLANTATION, Fla. -- Michigan receivers coach Ron Bellamy stopped at American Heritage earlier this month and offered class of 2026 pass catcher Jeffar Jean-Noel. A few days ago the 5-foot-10, 160 ...

Capital Area District Libraries’ expert selectors have curated a dynamic Black History Month reading list for all ages, celebrating voices, stories, and legacies that continue to shape our world. From ...

Literacy InterActives, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Southside Virginia, is thrilled to announce the return of its Black History Month series for our community readers. The 2025 Black ...

Cecil Bassett Moore was a Black American activist, lawyer and politician during the civil rights movement who operated mostly in Philadelphia. He was known for his more aggressive push for change and ...