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2 years ago
80 years after D-Day, a Florida World War II veteran is getting married near beaches where US troops landed

100-year-old Harold Terens plans to marry his fiancée Jeanne Swerlin, 96, in France as part of the 80th anniversary celebration of the country’s liberation from the Nazis. Terens, a World War II veteran first visited France as a 20-year-old U.S. Army Air Forces corporal shortly after D-Day.

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2 years ago
Origins of St. Patrick’s Day symbols, traditions and how to celebrate in the 352

St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is a holy day, with many people starting their day with mass, but in the 352 there are plenty of places and ways to celebrate.

March is Women's History Month.
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2 years ago
Celebrating Women’s History Month: A tribute to influence and empowerment

Discover the origins of Women’s History Month, learn about influential women who shaped our world, and explore ways to celebrate and empower women this March.

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2 years ago
Leap Day: Making the most of an extra 24 hours

Discover the significance of Leap Day and explore fun, meaningful activities to make the most of this extra day. From adventures to acts of kindness, learn how to celebrate Leap Day in 2024.

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Space Shuttle Endeavour hoisted for installation in vertical display at Los Angeles science museum

In all, NASA operated five shuttles in space. NASA’s shuttle program ended in 2011.

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Ocala woman gives Christmas decorations a unique ‘twist’

Denise Myford of Red Dog Balloons partnered with other creative spirits to show a different approach to holiday decor.

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2 years ago
K-Country’s Kathy Dugan shares Christmas cookie recipes she’s collected over the years

93.7 K-Country’s Kathy Dugan has been collecting Christmas cookie recipes for more than a dozen years from friends, family and her loyal listeners.

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2 years ago
96-year-old Korean War veteran still attempting to get Purple Heart medal after 7 decades

An Army review board in April issued what it called a final rejection of Earl Meyer’s request for a Purple Heart, citing insufficient documentation.

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2 years ago
Three Years Later: Remembering Ocala Police Chief Greg Graham

OPD Chief Greg Graham died in 2020. A Legacy Foundation was established in his honor and provides funding for scholarships and community programs.

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2 years ago
Dozens of creative names submitted on social media for injured gator found missing its upper jaw

Gatorland’s vet examined the injured reptile and said she measured at 49 inches long and weighed just 3.3 kilograms – that’s about 7.3 pounds. The vet says she has a long, steep road ahead with that degree of malnutrition.