Friday, May 24 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:49:51 GMT
Two crew members from a tow boat, including one who died, have been honored for their efforts to save a family of five after the family's boat became disabled on the Mississippi River at St. Louis.
Two crew members from a tow boat, including one who died, have been honored for their efforts to save a family of five after the family's boat became disabled on the Mississippi River at St. Louis.
Friday, May 24 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:36:28 GMT
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is lashing out at lawmakers after the Illinois House approved a concealed carry bill that he says "puts public safety at risk."
Gov. Pat Quinn is lashing out at lawmakers after the Illinois House approved a concealed carry bill that he says "puts public safety at risk."
Friday, May 24 2013 2:05 PM EDT2013-05-24 18:05:24 GMT
An eastern Missouri woman has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting that she killed a man.
An eastern Missouri woman has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting that she killed a man.
CADIZ, KY (KFVS) -
Trigg County Civil War Days returns to Trigg County after a year hiatus.
To be heldMarch 22 – 24, 2013 at Lake Barkley State Resort Park, the event will provide an educational glimpse into life during the Civil War.
The 2013 event will feature two battles; night firing of the cannons, a shooting competition, cavalry competition, and the Blue and Grey Ball open to public participation.
Period costumes are encouraged, but not required to enjoy a complete Civil war experience.
Also returning to the event is the Ladies Tea. All are invited to join the Tom Johnson United Daughters of the Confederacy Chapter and enjoy a Pageant of period attire.
Participants will be judged on the authenticity of their attire culminating in the crowning of Miss Mary Trigg.
Trigg County Civil War Days Sutlers Row, will provide an opportunity to purchase goods specific to the Civil War era.
Community organizations, artisans and food vendors will also be on hand to round out the day with food, fun and activities for the entire family.
"With the expansion of the event grounds to Lake Barkley State Resort Park, Trigg County Civil War Days has the opportunity to open the event to larger groups that the previous location could not support. The event will grow into a premier event for Trigg County while providing participants the opportunity to experience an important part of American history." explains Gary Polete, Organizer of Trigg County Civil War Days. "We are receiving positive feedback from re-enactors and are expecting around 300 re-enactors with many groups continuing to contact us about being involved."
Trigg County Civil War Days is a not for profit organization and more information about sponsorship, re-enactor and vendor opportunities can be obtained by visiting www.triggcivilwardays.com , by emailing info@futrellhouse.com or contacting Polete at 270-522-9214.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:44:25 GMT
TAMPA, FL (WTSP/CNN) – Authorities in Tampa, FL, made a startling discovery during a foreclosure eviction. Police found 66-year-old James Hopkins living on the property that belonged to someone else. They
Authorities in Tampa, FL, made a startling discovery during a foreclosure eviction.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:40 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:40:11 GMT
(CNN) – Nearly 115,000 federal workers will get a four-day weekend, but it's not reason to celebrate. The employees have to take furlough days thanks to the forced spending cuts that kicked in March 1. The
Nearly 115,000 federal workers will get a four-day weekend, but it's not reason to celebrate.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:59 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:59:20 GMT
(CNN) – Brad Pitt has become one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood the last two decades. But the actor said recognizing other people's faces has always been a problem. In an Esquire interview,
In an Esquire interview, Brad Pitt said he was convinced he suffered from "face blindness."
Police say actress Amanda Bynes has been arrested in midtown Manhattan after she heaved a marijuana bong out of a window.
Actress Amanda Bynes appeared disheveled in a long blond wig and sweats Friday in a criminal court where she was charged with reckless endangerment after police said she heaved a marijuana bong out the window of her...
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