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Researchers Think They've Discovered The Cause Of Allergies

CJ — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:48:23 +0000

The discovery of the cause of allergies, this is great news right? So many people are suffering from some form of seasonal allergies these days. Now, researchers think they’ve discovered an unlikely cause- being born in the U.S.! A study found that kids born in America are more likely to suffer from hay fever, asthma [...]

What's the Happiest State in America (According to Twitter)?

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:03:37 +0000

Do you need to be cheered up? There’s one place in the US that can turn that frown upside down faster than any other. Hawaii has been named the happiest state in the country. Yes, it’s always sunny. Yes, beaches abound and, yes, you can actually attend a luau with alarming frequency. Those factors may [...]

This Is The Sign To Say Thank You To The People Defending Our Country [VIDEO]

CJ — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 01:47:42 +0000

This is the sign of how to say thank you to people defending our country. Please watch so if you ever see one you can say ‘Thank You’. This is certainly not a new video, but as we all celebrate music, food and Mardi Gras, let’s please remember why we can. The Sign To Say [...]

Gun Appreciation Day to Take Place on January 19, 2013

Debbie Ray — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:22:24 +0000

'Gun Appreciation Day' invites Americans nationwide to show their support for gun ownership by turning out en masse at gun stores, ranges, and shows from coast to coast.

'Fiscal Cliff' Simplified

JayCee — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:08:34 +0000

When the news comes on and they start to discuss the “Fiscal Cliff” and the “Debt Ceiling”, do you find yourself getting confused?I do, and it’s not just because I am from Vermilion Parish. Well, maybe a little, but I find myself so ‘disconnected’ from the numbers that I have a hard time following what [...]

From The 'I Never Knew That' File: WWII

JayCee — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:09:10 +0000

Did you know that 5 different attacks on United States soil occurred during World War II (other than Pearl Harbor, of course)? I didn't, either.

The History Channel's website lists the 5 event, with general details, in a post entitled "5

Pay 1 Dollar, Get 10 Back From The US Government

CJ — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 21:47:58 +0000

Only in the United States can a person pay 1 dollar into the system and get 10 back from our government. And guess where the money comes from…YOU! Being poor in the US is big business these days. A whooping 47% of Americans are now dependent on federal help in some way. This video from [...]

Does Government Have It Wrong

CJ — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 23:35:09 +0000

Does government have it wrong? I recieved an email recently that contained the following message. I don’t know where it originated so I don’t know who penned these statments. Whether you agree with government or not, use these words as food for thought… You cannot legislate the poor into prosperity by legislating the wealthy out [...]