The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was established in 1985 as an annual campaign to raise awareness regarding the impact of breast cancer as well as fund research into its causes, treatment, and cure. What Is Breast Cancer? One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. This type of cancer is a disease in which malignant … [Read more...]
The U.S. Navy Commissions The USS Nautilus
On September 30, 1954, the U.S. Navy commissioned the USS Nautilus – the world’s first nuclear submarine. Before the Nautilus, submarines were diesel-electric. However, with the advent of the Nautilus, and atomic submarines, submarines could remain submerged for nearly unlimited periods of time. Unlike their predecessors, submarines fueled by atomic engines needed no air and only the … [Read more...]
Vehicle Maintenance: Ready Your Vehicles for Winter Driving
As the seasons change from fall to winter, it’s time to prepare your vehicle for winter. Vehicle maintenance for every season is important. However, it's especially important in winter. With dropping temperatures and falling snow, preparing your vehicle is a must. Maintenance: Winter Tires Placing a pair of sturdy winter tires on your vehicle is on of the most important things you … [Read more...]
Insurance Review – Winter Weather Driving
Winter weather driving is dangerous. Prepare for winter driving. Review your auto insurance needs. It is essential to have enough insurance in a car accident. Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Insurance This type of insurance - usually called U/UIM - protects you (and all occupants of your vehicle and family members) when you are run over by an Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist – … [Read more...]
Executive Order 10730: Desegregation of Central High School (1957)
Executive Order 10730 September 23, 2022 marks the 65th anniversary of Executive Order 10730: Desegregation of Central High School (1957). President Eisenhower signed the order in reaction to the “Little Rock Crisis.” On the eve of desegregation of Little Rock Central High School; Arkansas Governor Faubus called the National Guard to “preserve order.” However, it was later revealed, … [Read more...]
2022 Fall Equinox
September 22nd marks the 2022 fall equinox in the northern hemisphere. The fall, or autumnal equinox occurs when the Sun crosses the celestial equator going south. Also, this day marks the official first day of fall in the northern hemisphere. What is an Equinox? During an equinox, the sun crosses the celestial equator. The celestial equator is an imaginary extension of Earth’s … [Read more...]
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