Washington, D.C. – If you have ever crossed the 14th Street Bridge from Arlington into D.C., you may not have known that the bridge is named after Arland D. Williams, Jr. After a tragic 1982 plane crash into the Potomac River, Williams sacrificed his own life to save others, and now the bridge serves as … Read more
Residents of Vancouver, Canada, gathered for a vigil last month to honor the memories of 14 homicide victims, including two women from the Peace Region and two from Prince George. The event, organized by Vancouver Rape Relief, aimed to remember the lives lost and bring attention to the issue of violence against women. During the … Read more
PERRY, Iowa – A devastating school shooting at Perry Middle School and High School in Iowa has claimed the life of an 11-year-old sixth-grader known as Ahmir Jolliff. Ahmir, who was affectionately referred to as “Smiley,” was a fun-loving kid who played soccer and was excited to return to school after winter break, according to … Read more
This date, Jan. 3, holds significance in history across various regions and time periods. In 1661, a milestone in English theater occurred with the first appearance of female actors on stage. In 1777, the United States adopted the Stars and Stripes as its official flag, and also on this date, American General George Washington’s army … Read more
Dallas, Texas – Friends and loved ones gathered to honor the memory of a man who was tragically killed earlier this week in what Dallas police are investigating as a capital murder case. The family of Morland Smith had planned for a different Saturday, but they instead found themselves surrounded by blue balloons and flowers … Read more