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January 26, 2024

Meet the American who served as the model for Huck Finn, 'kindly young heathen' Tom Blankenship

Fictional icon Huckleberry Finn was inspired by Mark Twain's real-life boyhood pal in Hannibal, Missouri, Tom Blankenship — who was described as a "kindly young heathen."

January 25, 2024

Riley Gaines, Bethany Hamilton team up to defend women's sports at children's story hour

Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines and pro surfer Bethany Hamilton will share tales of fights to defend women's sports in a Brave Books story hour in Missouri on Feb. 2.

January 24, 2024

Clint Eastwood biography returned to library 38 years late, mystery borrower avoids $6K in fees

Bedford Central Library in Bedford, United Kingdom recently received a Clint Eastwood biography that was checked out in May 1986. It would have accrued thousands in late fees.

January 24, 2024

What to do with your collection of books after you’ve finished reading them

Book collections at home can quickly become overpopulated, out of control and very messy. Keep your book collection organized by using these helpful tips.

January 22, 2024

Kindle or classic? Should I invest in an e-reader or read books the old fashioned way?

Readers all have their preferred way of consuming content and it can be hard to make a switch from one method to another. Kindles and physical books each have their own set of benefits.

January 22, 2024

Teaching values to our kids can only help them flourish and South Carolina is leading the way

In an original piece for 91±¬ÁÏ Digital, former Education Secretary William J. Bennett describes a literacy and education program in South Carolina that stresses values and virtues for kids.

January 19, 2024

Dolly Parton’s birthday celebrated in style with ponies, cowboy hats and costumes at Michigan senior home

A senior living facility hosts a week-long celebration leading up to Dolly Parton's birthday on Jan. 19. Events include a dress-up station, the chance to pet a pony and more.

January 18, 2024

Massachusetts scholar finds poems and stories believed to be written by Louisa May Alcott under a pseudonym

A scholar at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, discovered 20 poems and stories that were possibly written by American author Louisa May Alcott under a pseudonym.

January 18, 2024

Book on prime ministers is returned to English library 44 years late: 'Can anyone top this?'

The book "Great Prime Ministers" was returned to a library in Essex, England, recently — more than four decades after it was first due to be returned.

January 17, 2024

DIY buys to improve your home on a budget: See these Amazon offerings under $30

Browse this quick list of tools and other items to help you with home repairs and DIY projects around the house. All items are available on Amazon for $30 or less.