We’ve all heard the story of the “40 acres and a mule” promise to former slaves. It’s a staple of black history lessons, and it’s the name of Spike Lee’s film company. The promise was the first systematic attempt to provide a form of reparations Read More ... The post The Truth Behind 40 Acres and a Mule first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
Sierra Vista, Arizona, sits about 20 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, and is home to the Fort Huachuca Army base. While military bases are often good for boosting local businesses, management of the town’s McDonald’s realized that service members often passed by the restaurant without Read More ... The post The first drive-thru window at McDonald’s was created in 1975 to serve the armed forces first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
The Nazca Lines are massive geoglyphs — sometimes more than a thousand feet long — carved into the ground some 250 miles south of Lima, Peru. At first glance, these lines might look similar to crop circles, and can only be viewed from the cockpit of Read More ... The post Nazca Lines first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
There’s something about vegetables pulled straight from the earth that resonates with us—especially in the fall. Whether you’re brushing the soil off carrots that have been freshly pulled from the earth, taking a first, crunchy bite of your favorite apple, or washing and peeling potatoes Read More ... The post Fall produce for eye health first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
A team of microbiologists discovered a collection of thriving, diverse, and mostly new-to-science viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads. Before you freak out and toss your toothbrush, though, you should know that these aren’t the kind of viruses that make humans sick. The researchers at Northwestern University Read More ... The post What’s growing on your toothbrush? first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
Today is World Mental Health Day, a U.N.-designated occasion meant to raise awareness and break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. This year’s theme is centered on prioritizing mental health in the workplace — read about some simple actions you can take that advance that goal, from Read More ... The post Today is World Mental Health Day first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
With election day less than a month away, it’s a good idea to start thinking about your voting plan. Some choose to vote at the polls, others by mail, but what happens for those up in space, far, far away from polling places and the Postal Read More ... The post Voting in space first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
This Texas mom’s seasonal small business involves creating intricate, luxury pumpkin displays The post Porch Pumpkins first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
Never underestimate the power of pizza to turn things around. That’s evidenced in this sweet story of a pilot throwing an impromptu pizza party for his Texas-bound passengers after a medical emergency and a slew of unfortunate delays led them to being stuck in New Mexico. Read More ... The post Slices of kindness first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner
Indulging in a rich cup of Spiced Hot Chocolate is a must during the fall. Heat the milk in a saucepan, then whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until fully combined. Serve hot and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an Read More ... The post Spiced Hot Chocolate first appeared on Jax Examiner.| Jax Examiner