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With the first day of spring taking place on March 20, 2022, many of us know it means warmer weather is coming, but realistically, that’s about it. Sure, we know it’s called the spring equinox, but what does that really even mean? What is an equinox? What happens during an equinox? And who even decides which day is the first day of spring?
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An ancient King of France (or at least part of France) was named Charles the Simple. He ruled way back around 900 AD and he was the cousin of Charles the Fat who also got to wear the crown for a while. The most interesting thing about Charles the Simple is that his nickname ‘simplex’ or “the simple” is misleading. The Latin word ‘Simplex’ was given to him meaning straightforward as in “loyal” or “without guile”. But, even during this lifetime people didn’t understand the real meaning of his name (something good) and mistook it as describing him as “stupid”.
Read moreThe sanctity of American justice is predicated on the right to a fair trial. Trial by jury was one of the most important American principles at its founding, guaranteed in the body of the Constitution in Article III, Section 2, and in the Sixth Amendment. It was instituted as a protection of individuals against abuses by the government. Earlier this year, police officer Derek Chau
Read moreThe Allen Chamber of Commerce met Tuesday, March 15 , at the Farmers State Bank with ten members in attendance.
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The following letter to the editor was the most touching I have ever read . . .
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The Allen Mustangs‘s effort to come back from down six runs in the fourth inning came up just short, as they fell 8-7 to Stuart on Tuesday.
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