Anniversary

Remembering V-E Day
Remembering V-E Day
Remembering V-E Day
World War Two in Europe ended 69 years ago today. Looking at our studio TV monitor this morning, I commented to Scot how much I would love to have a time machine. I would love to see and experience first-hand the jubilation that took place in New York's Times Square after President Harry Truman's announcement, delivered from the radio room at the White House: THIS IS a solemn but a glorious hour..
’67 Belvidere Tornado Anniversary [VIDEO]
’67 Belvidere Tornado Anniversary [VIDEO]
’67 Belvidere Tornado Anniversary [VIDEO]
On April 21, 1967 a powerful F4 tornado ripped through Belvidere, injuring hundreds and killing twenty four people, mostly school children. It occurred at about 3:50pm, as school was letting out. Belvidere High School was demolished by the twister that continued into McHenry County before breaking up...
50 Years Ago Today
50 Years Ago Today
50 Years Ago Today
On Nov. 11, 1963, President Kennedy laid a Veterans Day wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.  He would be buried at the cemetery exactly two weeks later.  Jacqueline Kennedy rarely traveled ... Read More ...