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The American Legion helped 4,500 students access higher education in 2025 through nearly $9 million in scholarships. Local posts and national programs combined to make college dreams possible for thousands of families.
Members of the Pine River American Legion surprised 11 veterans at a local care facility with Christmas gifts, doughnuts, and piano music. The heartwarming visit brought holiday cheer to those who served our country.
A small-town American Legion post just handed out 25 scholarships worth $1,000 each to local students pursuing their dreams. For years, Post 442 has quietly become one of Bucktail's most dependable champions of higher education.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
Two new professional American football leagues are launching in Europe this spring, backed by major investors who believe local fans are finally ready for homegrown gridiron action. After decades of false starts, organizers say the secret is focusing on European players instead of importing American talent.
Ronal Longa ran the fastest 100 meters in South American history, clocking 9.85 seconds in front of his home crowd in Medellín. His stunning performance launched Colombia to a seven-medal night at the inaugural Pan American Athletics Championship.
All known American citizens held in Venezuela have been released following the country's political transition. The releases mark a significant shift after the U.S. capture of former President Nicolás Maduro in recent weeks.
When HBO's John Adams needed authentic Colonial voices, a dialect coach discovered our founders didn't sound American at all. The surprising truth about 1700s accents reveals how much closer we were to Britain than anyone thought.
A Czech woman's coffee shop observation went viral for capturing something beautiful about American culture. Her story about watching strangers celebrate a carrot cake latte is warming hearts everywhere.
American Airlines is building a 17,400-square-foot lounge in Nashville that celebrates the city's music heritage and natural beauty. The new space will triple the size of the current lounge and give travelers room to breathe in style.
A viral Reddit thread reveals the everyday American habits that baffle people from other countries, from graham crackers to giant water bottles. The list showcases how cultural quirks we take for granted are actually fascinatingly unique.
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A century ago, most American newspapers twisted facts to match their politics. Then one reporter with a small dog changed everything by doing something radical: telling the unvarnished truth.
The Sons of the American Legion Post 442 in Renovo turned a Saturday chicken dinner fundraiser into an unexpected community party when smoke from their grills drew curious neighbors from blocks away. What started as a simple meal became a gathering that brought the small Pennsylvania town together.
While Ferrari's flashy electric car flopped, a Jeff Bezos-backed startup just launched something completely different: a no-frills compact truck with no AC that Americans actually want. The affordable Slate truck could finally crack the code on getting everyday drivers to go electric.
People across America are recording video messages about why they still have faith in the country's future. Their stories of immigration, opportunity, and service reveal an enduring optimism despite division.
A Michigan town's beloved flag display tradition needs fresh hands to continue. American Legion Post 117 is calling for volunteers to help honor seven holidays in 2026.
After a decade of secret R&D, Wisconsin's Sargento just solved a problem nobody thought possible: making American cheese from actual cheese. The natural version hits shelves nationwide this month, offering the same gooey melt without the 17-ingredient list.
Two Tesla models claimed the top spots on this year's list of the most American-made vehicles, with domestic parts content hitting its highest level since 2020. Despite global trade tensions, automakers are bringing more manufacturing home than ever before.
After a century of trying to restore the once-mighty American chestnut, Virginia Tech researchers can now use DNA to predict which young trees will survive blight, potentially bringing back a forest giant within a generation. The breakthrough means restoration efforts can move years faster than traditional breeding methods.
Hobbs Kessler and Josh Hoey both broke indoor world records at the same track meet, giving American distance running its biggest night in decades. The New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston witnessed two long-standing records fall within hours of each other.
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