Established during the Revolutionary War, the United States Navy turns 245 on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
History
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On Sept. 17, 1787, 39 delegates signed one of the most important documents in American history, the United States Constitution.
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Hot. Steamy. Sultry. Whatever you say, it is August in Florida.
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There is a celebratory “day” for just about every machination, with some ascribing to a Hallmark conspiracy, keeping greeting card …
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In what’s considered a bold move by the GOP, the Republican National Committee (RNC) will split their presidential nominating convention …
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Another holiday. Another cancellation. Another way to find creative ways to mark an occasion.
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I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, …
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With Memorial Day quickly approaching (landing on May 25 this year) it’s worth taking a moment to remember the true …
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One of the most celebrated beer drinking holidays is coming up.
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When Florida became a state 175 years ago, on March 3, 1845, our population was about 60,000. While Florida voters …
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No doubt there may be some bleary-eyed readers of The OJT 100 this morning, after a late Fat Tuesday evening.
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Feb. 29 is returning to our calendars for the first time since 2016. Adding an extra day is known as …
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At the end of next month, the 4 million people born Feb. 29 get to celebrate the actual day they …
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This year marks the 80th anniversary of “Franksgiving.
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It’s been on many of our Thanksgiving tables since childhood.
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If Oprah can have a book club, so can The OJT 100. Ours will focus on learning more about Florida history.
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Andrew Ellicott, the American surveyor appointed by President Washington to survey the boundary lines of the federal Territory of Columbia, …