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CJ Coombs
The emotional landscape surrounding gun ownership and legislation
Violence and weapons: can we find common ground in gun control?. Recently, Bebe Nicholson’s well-written piece published in Publishous entitled, We Don’t Need to Ditch the Second Amendment to Pass Gun Laws: Why the rights of individuals shouldn’t take precedence over our right to be safe, came at a time when I couldn’t stop shaking my head about school shootings.
Historic Edward Wyman School in St. Louis is one of the many designed by William B. Ittner
The historic Edward Wyman School is located at 1547 South Teresa in St. Louis, Missouri. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 2, 1992. This school was constructed in 1900-1901.
Update on missing Missouri children: cases from June to October 2024
According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,309 children have been reported missing in the United States since January 1, 2024, an increase of 12 since the figure of 1,297 previously reported on September 18, 2024.
5 top-rated steakhouses in St. Louis, Missouri where you might get every penny's worth
When it comes to eating out, if you’re a steak lover, it’s hard to compete with the experience of indulging in an expensive steak restaurant. You might wonder if you should ever consider splurging on a high-end steak experience. If you love a good steak, the answer isn’t just about the quality of the cut of meat, it includes the whole dining experience.
The historic John N. and Mary McQuilken House in La Porte City, Iowa
The historic John N. and Mary McQuilken House is at 602 Commercial Street (also known as U.S. Highway 218) in La Porte City, Iowa. This house has also been referred to as the Emelia J. Schleeser House and the Joan E. Schreiber House. This house was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 8, 1994.
Historic Dunsmore House in Waterloo, Iowa | built about 1866
On November 17, 1977, the Dunsmore House at 902 Logan Avenue in Waterloo, Iowa was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The house was built by a master stonemason from England named Thomas Chadwick. He used native rusticated limestone to build this house around 1866. It's one of the earliest homes that still exists. Chadwick had emigrated to the area around 1860.
St. Louis historic building: Ford Apartments now known as Storybook on Pine
The Ford Apartments are located at 1405 Pine Street in St. Louis, Missouri. On January 26, 2005, this building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The architectural style of this building is Modern Movement. The foundation is concrete and the walls are brick. The area of importance of this building falls under community planning and development. Preston J. Bradshaw (1884-1953), a prominent architect in St. Louis, designed the building.
Historic Dickmann Building in St. Louis built in 1926 continues to operate as an office building
The Dickmann Building is located at 3115 South Grand Boulevard in St. Louis, Missouri. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 30, 1999. This building is nearly a century old.
From Palmyra, Missouri, Jane Darwell later starred in 'Gone with the Wind' and 'The Grapes of Wrath'
Born Patti Woodard (Oct. 15, 1879 - Aug. 13, 1967), and later holding the name of Jane Darwell, she became an actress. Darwell won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1941 for The Grapes of Wrath (1940). Her character was Ma Joad. Before that movie, Darwell played Mrs. Merriwether in Gone with the Wind (1939).
Molly's Hollow in Atchison, Kansas is part of Jackson Park's storied past including haunts
Atchison, Kansas has become a popular city to visit when studying the paranormal, especially with the Sallie House, which seems to be the top-rated haunted venue that even attracted paranormal investigators. There's also a myth about a place called Molly's Hollow inside Jackson Park.
Some laws in Missouri relate to political signs in your yard
There are laws regarding political yard signs in the U.S., including Missouri. Different states have different laws, but generally, political yard signs on your property have to include who is responsible for the sign advertisement.
The Monument Rocks, also known as Chalk Pyramids, in Kansas are worth the visit
The Monument Rocks are located in Gove County, Kansas, some 25 miles south of Oakley. Also referred to as the Chalk Pyramids, they are rich in fossils. The Monument Rocks aren't too far from Castle Rock.
1950s showcase of the 'All-Electric House' later evolved into a big museum exhibit in Kansas
Part of the Johnson County Museum in Kansas is a signature exhibit known as the 1950s All-Electric House. Johnson County, Kansas started as sparsely settled farmland. After World War II, the population of the county exploded. Today, according to the World Population Review, over 625,000 people living in Johnson County.
The Soda Museum & Arcade in St. Charles, Missouri: sip soda, play a game, and admire the collection
For 40 years, Tom Smith Jr. has been collecting anything associated with Coca-Cola. He started his collection when he was 10 and interestingly, he wanted to have a museum. The Soda Museum & Arcade is located at 126 North Main Street in the historic section of St. Charles, Missouri. Admission is $20 per person and free for those under age 5.
The recent news about movie theatre upgrades: some may wonder about the ticket prices
This week, exciting news about upgrades was announced for movie theaters, including those in Missouri. The enhancements promise to elevate the cinema experience for moviegoers. Some features would include advanced projection technology, better seating options, and improved sound systems.
Historic Provine Service Station, or Lucille's Place, is a historic landmark on Route 66 in Oklahoma
The Provine Service Station is a historic filling station on U.S. Route 66 in the vicinity of Hydro, Oklahoma (Caddo County. It was later known as Hamons Court, Hamons' Service Station, and Lucille's Place.
Missouri's Community Christian Church designed by Frank Lloyd Wright is on the National Register
Community Christian Church, or Community Church, is at 4601 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The church is adjacent to the shopping district in the city known as the Country Club Plaza and is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination.
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A kind human, multi-genre writer, and author/publisher with a degree in English Journalism/Creative Writing. Author of "Stranger in the Window," a true story and available on Amazon. Retired early from 30+ years working in law firms to pursue writing. I was born into the Air Force, so you could say I'm from Louisiana, Idaho, Kauai, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Missouri. I love family, research, history, true crime, reading, art, and travel.
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