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CD Review - Alabama Thunderpussy
Country-Fried Metal Mongers find gold in them there hills.
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Edgar Allan Poe Museum
Fascinating look into the collected memorabilia of one of America's best loved poets.
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Kids Expo in Richmond, Virginia
The Richmond Kids Expo is huge and it's all about...well, kids! If you live in the Richmond area, you don't want to miss this fun opportunity. Learn more.
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Richmond, Virginia's Museum Shops
With everything from Confederate memorabilia to garden furniture for sale, Richmond's museums offer shopping opportunities galore for museum goers.
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Zoos In and Near Richmond Virginia
Zoos are a major attraction for both tourists and local residents. Find out where the best zoos in Virginia are located.
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Recap 2004: Canadian Tourism
A recap of all the articles that I wrote in 2004 and links leading back to them. If you've missed any, this is a great way to catch up.
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Municipal Waste Live in London
A review of new thrash metal kings Municipal Waste playing live at the Carling Islington Academy in London on 6th February 2008 with Toxic Holocaust, Mutant, and Seregon.
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Maggie Walker: 1st U.S. Woman Bank Founder
Profile of Maggie Walker, the first U.S. woman bank founder and president, an astute businesswoman who founded St. Luke Penny Savings Bank.
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A Biography of Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy in the American Civil War
A short biography of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy in the American Civil War.
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Ice Skating at Richmond
Saddler on the move, Benson injured in Busch race, Spencer's woes, and the Pontiac Excitement 400 from Richmond, Virginia.
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NOTABLE FIGURES IN CANADIAN BLACK HISTORY
Many people, both Black and White contributed to Canadian Black History. I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to some of them.
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Gwar Is Cool
They dress funny. They've been on <i>Jerry Springer</i>. One of their members set a world record as a human conductor of electricity. And they can actually play rock 'n' roll pretty well, too! Plus, L.A.rockers <i>Bitch</i>.
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Museum Memberships
Museums encourage ongoing support by offering from individual to patron-level memberships. All levels offer special museum experiences, travel, and dining opportunities.
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A Thrill a Minute
Learn about the thrills and excitement waiting for you at Paramount's King Dominion theme Park!
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ARCA/ASA News Updates
The latest news, results, point standings, and previews of the next ARCA and ASA races.
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Author Snapshot: Poe, Edgar A
A brief snapshot biography of the life and works of American Author Edgar Allan Poe
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Classic Authors: Edgar Allan Poe
A brief biography of Edgar Allan Poe.
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Colonel Roscoe Turner
From the days of the Barnstorming Era, there emerged perhaps the greatest combination daredevil, racing, showman pilot that ever lived
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Female American Composers
Women have been composing for centuries but some were more successful than others. History should remember these women and their musical works.
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Finnish Metal Expo 2008
Turisas, Soilwork, Municipal Waste and Finnish Metal Awards featured at Finnish Metal Expo metal festival at Kaapelitehdas in Helsinki on February 15th and 16th, 2008.
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Floridians Perform at USTA National Grass Courts
Florida may be best known for its clay court players, but Floridians show that they are no slouches on Philly's grass courts at the USTA Nationals.
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Jim Bridger, part 1
At age 18, Jim Bridger joins Gen. William Ashley's fur-trapping expedition to the headwaters of the Missouri. Later he takes a bull-boad down the Bear River and discovers the Great Salt Lake in Utah. He becomes a partner of the Rocky Mountain Fur Company.
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Laptops: Jury Is Out
While laptops in the classroom have been found to improve learning, having personal laptops issued to students may not be as beneficial as once thought.
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MINORITY MUSEUMS Part III Other Minorities by Mary Haegele
last of three in the series of articles about minority run museums
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&quot;First&quot; Ladies
Some of the bravest women in our history were the "firsts" who broke boundaries to achieve their goals. For some the road was harder than for others. Because of their actions, it is now possible for succeeding generations of young women to have more choices in many different fields.
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A Uncivil War of Words
What does our 16th President have in common with Osama bin Laden? Will free speech once again find protection or will it be permanently curtailed? A look at the continuing madness in this country as the Iraqi invasion winds down....
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Battle of Baton Rouge, August 1862
Louisiana was dominated by the North during most of the Civil War. What were the major events leading to the virtual loss of much of Louisiana to the Confederacy?
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Chase the Chase
The majority of NASCAR race fans are against the new championship format.
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General George Pickett
Civil War General George Pickett lived an interesting life which took him from West Point, to a near-war with the British in Washington, to a famous Civil War battle.
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Gordon Wins Back to Back
Revisiting the Talladega fiasco, and the California rout by Jeff Gordon.
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PRESIDENTIAL CHILDREN: TIPPECANOE'S TEN
President William Henry Harrison had ten children. His grandson became the 23rd President in 1889. Six of his children died before him, and three others only lived a year or two after his death. Only one lived much longer after his death. Read about his interesting brood.
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A Most Extraordinary Month: April in the Civil War, Part III
The third April of the war would witness the start of two major campaigns that would have far-reaching implications. It would also see an ugly riot in one of the national capitals, a highly controversial tax, and the approval of a bill authorizing the admission of the only state ever created out of another state.
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A Presence on the Net
A profile of poet C. E. Chaffin, who enjoys a career in letters and a career in medicine.
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All the Plans of the Rebels: The Mystery of Special Orders #191, Part I
In September of 1862, an obscure field of clover in western Maryland became the unexpected site of one of the most important events of the Civil War. All without a single shot being fired. Join us as we examine the impact of the most famous misplaced document in American history.
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Darlington II
A tribute to Ernie Irvan, NASCAR wallpaper, and the Pepsi Southern 500.
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HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART I
Henry Clay was the Presidential nominee of three different political parties during his career. His service to his country included a long career in Congress where he authored several important compromises which avoided armed conflict prior to the Civil War. But for all his honors, he never got the one he wanted most.
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Official 2004 Nextel Cup Schedule
A look at the official 2004 Nextel Cup schedule.
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Richmond, Race 11
<dd> New race tracks, the 'roof dance,' Daytona Speedway rebuilds grandstand fence, and the Pontiac Excitement 400 from Richmond, Virginia.
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Spring Garden Shows- 2002 Update
As winter wanes,the spring garden show season approaches. Spring shows offer hope to the winter weary heart, offer excellent opportunities for education, provide seeds for ideas, and introduce the gardener to new products for the upcoming season.
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The Oklahoma Museum Goes TV Western!
The National Cowboy Museum is going TV Cowboy! Check out the following changes!
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Unconventional..Versatile..Fun............
Lets look at one of the most inspiring children's mural artists on the web today. Children and adults alike are delighted by these cheerful imaginative images.
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Unsolicited Advice to the NRA
This article offers a political strategy for the NRA.
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Civil War First Ladies
The Civil War (1861-65) is the most tumultuous period in U.S. history. The nation was divided into two sides, and each side had its own president and First Lady.
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Gordon Closes in on No. 5
Sponsors and drivers, Hendrick opening the door to minorities, and the Southern 500 from Darlington Raceway.
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Our Champion is Right
Nadeau’s injuries could have been prevented, Stewart speaks the truth, and the Pontiac Excitement 400 from Richmond, Virginia.
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