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Maine family looking to build world's tallest flagpole, project receiving backlash from locals

June 30, 2023

Maine family looking to build world's tallest flagpole, project receiving backlash from locals

Some residents of Columbia Falls, Maine, are looking to build a flagpole that is taller than the Empire State Building. The project has become a controversial topic in the town.

Meet the American who was revered as the 'patron saint' until he was canceled: Lenni Lenape chief Tammany

June 23, 2023

Meet the American who was revered as the 'patron saint' until he was canceled: Lenni Lenape chief Tammany

Lenni Lenape chief Tamanend, better known as King Tammany, was celebrated as the "Patron Saint of America" and honored by Americans for 200 years — until he was canceled.

Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project honors actor Gary Sinise for dedication to veterans: 'He cares'

June 22, 2023

Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project honors actor Gary Sinise for dedication to veterans: 'He cares'

A nonprofit group, The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project, which works on behalf of America's veterans, presented actor Gary Sinise with a Patriot Award for his dedication to vets and military.

College professor calls American flag a source of anxiety, fear: 'Patriotism quickly slips into nationalism'

June 21, 2023

College professor calls American flag a source of anxiety, fear: 'Patriotism quickly slips into nationalism'

Dr. Grant Silva, an associate professor at Marquette University, is facing backlash for remarks on the "excessive imagery" of the U.S. flag.

$We could reunite our fractured nation with this nationwide effort$

June 21, 2023

We could reunite our fractured nation with this nationwide effort

We could reunite our fractured nation with national service. It could rebuild our republic and teach our young people that with freedoms come responsibilities.

Here's why Juneteenth is as American as July 4th

June 19, 2023

Here's why Juneteenth is as American as July 4th

Here's why Juneteenth is as American as July 4th. It unites Americans by celebrating the end of slavery and sharing how this nation became a more perfect union.

What military families like mine feel on Father’s Day

June 18, 2023

What military families like mine feel on Father’s Day

Celebrate Flag Day on June 14 with these red, white and blue recipes

June 14, 2023

Celebrate Flag Day on June 14 with these red, white and blue recipes

Flag Day is celebrated each year on June 14 in the U.S. It's not a federal holiday, but Americans still recognize it as a special day for the country. Here are delicious recipes for the day.

On Memorial Day, Lee Greenwood remembers America's heroes: 'Never take freedom for granted'

May 29, 2023

On Memorial Day, Lee Greenwood remembers America's heroes: 'Never take freedom for granted'

Country music star Lee Greenwood honors America's servicemen and women on Memorial Day, plants flags on graves of soldiers buried at Normandy. "Never take freedom for granted," he said.

Seattle protesters tell patriotic Kirk Cameron he's 'growing to be a real pain'

May 28, 2023

Seattle protesters tell patriotic Kirk Cameron he's 'growing to be a real pain'

Kirk Cameron, along with Coach Joe Kennedy, appeared at the Seattle Public Library on Saturday to discuss humility over pride as a new children's book comes out — a group of protesters showed up.