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There’s little information to be found on the history of St. James C. M. E. Church, but the Boston town website notes that the congregation was established in 1896. I believe the present structure was built in the early 1900s. A 1909 broadside in the Hargrett Library in Athens advertises a gospel meeting for the […]

St. James C. M. E. Church, 1900s, Boston

Rumor has it, 2024 is half over. No! Just no. But in case that hideous lie is in fact the truth, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite films so far. Lots of great stuff still ahead, but we do always mark the occasion of mid-year with a look back, so here you have it, in alphabetical order, the 15 best film of 2024 so far.

Best Films (so far!): 2024

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During the casting process for 'The Longest Day,' John Wayne publicly punished producer Darryl Zanuck for an earlier slight.

John Wayne Refused to Appear in 'The Longest Day' Unless He Was Paid 10x More Than the Other Actors

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Andrew McCarthy’s dream of releasing a documentary about the Brat Pack finally came to life a week ago, and there have been reactions and reviews coming up online ever since. Andrew admitted that the project was more of a group therapy session to reach a consensus among the pack on what it meant to be a Brat.

Reviews Are In: New Brat Pack Documentary Not What ’80s Film Fans Expected

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Do you love watching investigative films? Being a detective isn’t a walk in the park. One has to have attention to detail and be analytical. Some mysteries are quick to unfold while others take years. Zodiac signs who are impulsive and often avoid confrontation cannot excel in the detective field. A good detective should read people’s emotions and thoughts. Still, being intuitive helps one make the right decisions fast. Does everyone possess these traits?

5 Zodiac Signs Who Make the Best Detectives

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Most “4th of July movies on Netlfix” lists would point you to patriotic war movies like White House Down or Patriot’s Day. Both of those films are on Netflix, if that’s the kind of thing you’re looking for. But for many, there are a lot of reasons to feel not so patriotic on this Independence Day. If you’re not in the mood to celebrate America so much as you are looking to engage with it’s nuanced, complex history of discrimination and resulting political activism, then the best 4th of July movie streaming on Netflix is still Crip Camp, a 2020 Oscar-nominated...

The Best 4th of July Movie on Netflix is Still ‘Crip Camp,’ the Obama-Produced Documentary

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Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—Flanked by three fellow activists, Kristin Combs was tired, hungry and catching up on messages after hours of trying to convince congressional staffers that legislation was needed following the most infamous animal welfare case in recent Wyoming history.

Wyoming wolf torment case catalyzes pack of activists calling for national reform

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

A special legislative session is once again on the lips of Wyoming lawmakers. Less than three months after the Legislature voted against a special session to override gubernatorial vetoes, Rep. Mark Jennings (R-Sheridan) is circulating a letter amongst lawmakers that calls for a special session for a different reason.

Lawmaker calls for special session to ‘fight Biden’s war on Wyoming’

Woman's World

She was the Golden Age actress who could truly do it all!

Barbara Stanwyck: A Look at the Life and Career of the ‘Double Indemnity’ Icon

It’s time for another rundown of what’s new on Netflix. While this week was quieter than last week’s 70+ new arrivals, there are still several titles worth watching, particularly on the new movie side. Here’s a rundown of the 28 new movies and series, plus a look at what’s been trending in the Netflix top 10.

New Releases on Netflix This Week & Top 10 Movies & Series: June 8th, 2024

Of the numerous film genres, none is as quintessentially American as the Western. Often set in the American frontier during the 1800s, Western films have been pivotal to American cinema and pop culture, particularly those featuring iconic cowboys. Though the genre traces its roots back to the inception of cinema,...

Top 10 Classic Western Films You Need to Watch

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“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

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How are critics feeling about The Exorcism starring Russell Crowe? There's some love but also a good dose of hate.

Critics Have Seen The Exorcism Starring Russell Crowe, And The Are A Lot Of Mixed Feelings About The New Horror Movie

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July is an interesting month: arguably peak summer, a time for travel and beach jaunts and — perhaps — a time to consider what the second half of the year has in store. July can be a lot, basically. And so, our recommended July books cover a lot of territory. If you’re in a serious mood and would like a searing trip into recent history, we have you covered. If you’re looking for an ambitious tale of adventure, we can help with that as well. Here are 10 recommended books due out this month.

The 10 Books You Should Be Reading This July

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

The modern era of film can most easily be defined by the massive rise of the different streaming service platforms, completely changing the way that many people watch movies. It was only a matter of time before these services took the next step and started releasing original content for their respective platforms, with Amazon Prime Video easily being one of the most prominent. While many recognize the platform for its exceptional original series like The Boys and Invincible, Amazon has also done a great job at amassing a successful catalog of original films.

The 10 Best Amazon Original Movies, According to Letterboxd

Classic film noir Gilda , starring Rita Hayworth and Glenn Ford, became a cult classic, despite initial rejection from Humphrey Bogart, who was approached to play the lead role. Gilda 's story evolved from a conventional noir to a female-centered film after Bogart's rejection, highlighting Hayworth's magnetic presence. Rita Hayworth's...

One of the Best Actors of All Time Refused To Star in This Sultry Film Noir Classic

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2nd annual Maine Artist Film Series in July and August

The Waldo Theatre will host the first of three films about masterful Maine Artists. Beginning on Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m. with “Jamie Wyeth and...

2nd annual Maine Artist Film Series in July and August

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