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What Is Cinco De Mayo, Really?

Jon Prell — Sun, 05 May 2013 13:00:46 +0000

Some believe that Cinco De Mayo is Mexican Independence day, which it is not. Some believe that even though Cinco de Mayo is not an American holiday, it should be. Mexico first declared it's independence from Spain on September 15, 1810 and it took until 1821 to get all of the Spanish soldiers out of Mexico once and for all.

History Developing 'Hatfields & McCoy's Reality Series?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:00:26 +0000

These days, one of the surest ways to capitalize on an original blockbuster success is to develop a reality series inspired by its premise. We saw an example earlier this week with The CW putting into development a reality series with a striking similarity to 'The Hunger Games,' though this may be the most surprising example to date. Based on the runaway award-winning success of History's 'Hatfields & McCoys' the cable channel is going back to the well to develop a reality TV series around the descendants of the famous family. Will it be just as buzz-worthy?

St. Louis Cardinals Epic Comeback Game 5 Victory Makes History

Jon Prell — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 12:00:13 +0000

If you are a Cardinals fan, and like me you turned the game off last night in the fourth inning because the Cards were down 6-0, well, we missed history. The Cardinals succeeded in the largest comeback in a winner-take-all post season game in Major League history by beating the Washington Nationals 9-7. The Cards [...]

History Of Whistling In Music All But Forgotten [Video]

Jon Prell — Sat, 05 May 2012 14:55:03 +0000

When you think about the music business today, you probably don’t think about how whistling has played a part in music over the years. Whistling is something that most of us can do to some extent and there are some of us who are very good whistlers and more of us who are not good whistlers. Whistling has been [...]

On This Day, Johnny Cash Performed At Folsom State Prison

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:10:07 +0000

Here’s a look at a few events that took place on this day in history: 1968 – Johnny Cash performs live at Folsom State Prison (More info) 1910 – The first public radio broadcast takes place (More info) 1957 – The world’s first Frisbee was developed. (More info) 1999 – Michael Jordan announces his second retirement from [...]

One Of The Toughest Jobs In the World Used To Have The Toughest Rules

Leslie Morgan — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:11:02 +0000

It’s that time of year, our kids are going back to school! Some of you are cheering and some are crying. Either way, it’s a stressful time of year for all….including teachers. Teachers all over the tri-state are scrambling to get their classrooms ready and supplies on hand. And, although, teaching is an incredibly tough job, [...]

How Did Evansville And Other Indiana Cities Get Their Names?

Eric Cornish — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 19:34:30 +0000

A lot of times, we take for granted places we live, their history, and even their names. I thought I would take a little stroll through the internet and try to figure out exactly where Evansville and other place in the Hoosier State got their names. Evansville – Biscuits and Gravy Anyone? The city of [...]

5 Famous Mexican-Americans

WKDQ — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:11:33 +0000

Cinco de Mayo is not widely celebrated in Mexico, but is huge in the United States, truly making it a Mexican-American holiday. There are more than 31 million Mexican-Americans living in the United States, a substantial and strong part of the fabric of the US. Here's a quick look at five famous Mexican-Americans:

The History Behind Cinco de Mayo

WKDQ — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:38:59 +0000

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Most folks pull out the guacamole and celebrate with friends over margarita specials at their local cantina, but beyond the revelry of the fiesta, here’s a few things you might not know about the fifth of May holiday: Not Mexican Independence Day? A common misconception of Cinco de Mayo [...]

5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Easter

WKDQ — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 05:58:27 +0000

We imagine that at this point in the spring season, you've stocked up on loads of chocolate (or are anticipating a victorious post-Easter candy sale), faux grass and enough hardboiled eggs to live off of for the next six months. You've probably even posed with the Easter bunny, or at least passed one or two in the mall. But do you know why Easter is affiliated with such unique traditions?

Who Or What Has Influenced You?

Leslie Morgan — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:43:48 +0000

ListUniverse.com

has come up with a list of people and things that NEVER existed yet influenced mankind. Here are a few....pretty cool!

Santa Claus
Barbie
Robin Hood
The Marlboro Man
Rosie the Riveter

ListUniverse.com