Every state's nickname and where it comes from
Spokeo analyzed state government information and other historical sources to compile this list of stories behind every ...
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Gov. Laura Kelly proclaims cultural, spiritual and political significance of Black History Month
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly paid tribute to Black History Month during a gathering in the rotunda of the Capitol honoring ...
Kansas governor celebrates Black History Month 'loud and clear' amid pushback
As President Donald Trump has pushed back on diversity initiatives, Gov. Laura Kelly celebrated Black History Month at the ...
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How did Colorado choose the colors for its state flag?
Colorado’s “purple mountain majesties” didn’t make the cut, apparently. But here’s why red, white, blue and gold did.
Flags to fly at half-staff in honor of late Kansas Representative
Flags are set to fly at half-staff in the Sunflower State at the end of February in honor of a late state representative.
Presidents Day is federally recognized as Washington's Birthday. Here's why the name differs depending on your state
The federal holiday is officially Washington’s Birthday to honor George, the first president, and 34 states use his name in ...
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Defiant Canadians mark their flag’s anniversary as Trump hopes to make their country a state
Canadians on Saturday marked the 60th anniversary of the inauguration of their flag with a defiant sense of patriotism that ...
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Goodyear Blimp at 100: From Ronald Reagan to Ice Cube, 'floating piece of Americana' still thriving
At 100 years old, the blimp is an ageless star in the sky. And even though remote camera technologies — drones, mostly — are improving regularly and changing the landscape of aerial footage, the ...