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Marine Sergeant Austin Dickinson and his wife, Cass, an Air Force Senior Airman, stood just out of reach of the thundering waterfall where they had hiked—from the boat to the remote pebbled shore of Alaska’s Lake Clark and up the trail lined with devil’s club to the cove where the water gushed from a high cliff. They stood smiling at each other, feeling the refreshing mist from the falls and enjoying the soothing sound of falling water. They later recalled that waterfall hike, drawing connections to Austin’s growing skepticism about whether God loved him, which had kept him at the...

J. R. R. Tolkien’s epic high fantasy The Lord of the Rings is one of the most popular and influential book series of the 20th century. A few The Lord of the Rings facts you already know: Peter Jackson’s LOTR film trilogy is one of the most awarded and highest-grossing film series ever. The Lord of the Rings was originally published in three parts in 1954 and 1955. These less well-known The Lord of the Rings facts and answers to the most common questions about the full series has tidbits for even the most die-hard fans. First Off: Who Was...

A proposal to ban sheltering at three more Victoria parks in just over a month’s time is being met with a call to reconsider from those supporting the city’s vulnerable. Victoria Mayor Marianne Alto is spearheading a motion calling for Topaz, Hollywood and Regatta Point parks to be added to the list of public spaces where overnight sheltering is prohibited. The motion will go in front of councillors Thursday (June 22). “City Council continues to review and adjust the balance of uses in city parks, recognizing the need for recreation and gathering opportunities and spaces for sheltering until adequate housing...

These DIY outdoor projects will make family time more enjoyable and give you more reasons to spend afternoons out in the backyard! DIY Outdoor Projects | Everything To Do Under The Sun Let’s face it. Some days are just better spent outdoors, basking in the sunshine and getting a good dose of fresh air. Take advantage of beautiful sunny days by creating DIY outdoor projects to turn your backyard or front yard into the one you’ve always wanted.   An Outdoor Makeover 1. Patio Projects For Your Garden And Landscape Upgrade your garden and landscape with a few DIY outdoor projects for...

Emergency workers sorting through the wreckage after a fire at an e-bike shop in Chinatown killed at least 4 people Police said the fatal victims were two men and two women, but have yet to release their names and ages. [ more › ]