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Country singer, comedian, producer, and legend Ray Stevens is celebrating his 87th birthday today, January 24.

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From the Monroe Doctrine of 1823 to the intervention in Venezuela, Washington has dominated the American continent by force ...

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Just a short drive from larger cities, Hillsboro offers a perfect day trip for anyone wanting to step back in time. Medora stands as a living museum nestled in the spectacular North Dakota Badlands.