Normally a priest’s words are to inspire the local congregation.  In this case, the priest’s words sent him to jail and then to the U.S....

For many folks it seemed to be a good idea.  Have people take an oath of allegiance to the nation.  However, one man objected –...

On a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River you’ll find a bust of a U.S. Senator who authored one of the most important pieces of our...

There’s a good chance you’ve not heard of Senator John Brooks Henderson.  On the surface he seemed an unlikely man to write legislation that would...

When people began attending funeral’s here, many had the exact same reaction.  They mentioned that when they passed, they wanted a funeral just like that. ...

These men had about 3500 acres of farmland, pasture and timber.  However, tilling the land they owned was becoming more difficult as they grew older. ...

Who helped supply the Union army’s depot in Galena, IL during the Civil War?  The monks at this abbey of course.  Their work is why...

If you love Italian food perhaps you dream of a trip to Tuscany in Italy to savor the true tastes of that country.  But if...

Nancy grew up in small town Kansas but had a desire to see the country and the world.  For several years, her home town was...

Over one hundred years ago it was a destination all the top entertainers hit while touring the southwest.  Today it stills draws plenty of crowds...