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American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century by Maureen Callahan My rating: 5 of 5 stars View all my reviews

  Although this site might not boast centuries of architectural significance, it carries its own unique narrative. Once a busy McDonald’s that shuttered its doors in 2004, which coincidentally marked the 25th anniversary of the iconic Happy Meal, the story with this structure lies in an event that happened 10 years prior to its closure. During the late 1900s (or the 1990s; I just wanted wanted to make you feel older), something known as the Strip Search Phone Call Scam began happening around the country. The strip search phone call scam was a series of deceptive incidents that predominantly took place in the quieter, rural regions of the United States. Spanning over a decade from 1994 into the early 2000s, these unsettling events involved an unidentified male who would phone restaurants or grocery stores, posing convincingly as a law enforcement officer. With disturbing precision, he manipulated store managers into performing invasive strip searches on their employees and, in at l...

Main Photo: Ridley's Grocery Store in Kuna, Idaho. Photo courtesy of https://www.kunacity.id.gov by Parker   A tragic incident unfolded in the Ridley's parking lot in Kuna when an individual lost their life to a drug overdose. Police officers were on the scene in response to the distressing incident, and it wasn't long before this became a topic of discussion throughout the community. The news was posted on a popular Facebook Group,  Kuna Must Know , when a concerned member posted, "Everyone wondering about the cops in the Ridley’s parking lot in Kuna. person overdosed and died. Prayers for the family." The post quickly gained traction and prompted an outpouring of condolences for the family. We can learn 3 things from this tragedy, and from the comments on that post. Naloxone Accessibility and Education: Locals were advocating for free access to Naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, along with education on its use. Concerns About...

Lewis and Clark National Historical Park by Sarah Vanbuskirk  There are many fabulous ways to celebrate autumn in Oregon. Hike through majestic forests or walk down neighborhood streets to revel in the vibrant colors of fall leaves. Or visit a pumpkin patch and get lost in a corn maze. Another great option is to revisit Oregon’s history at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park ! Why visit this park in the fall? Well, if you’re a history buff, you’ll know that Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery crew were at Fort Clatsoff in the fall and winter months. So, you’ll get to experience a bit of what they did, particularly if it’s cold, wet, and windy! Located on the coast near Astoria in a temperate rainforest, the park also offers immense natural beauty. So, really this destination has it all: history, adventure, and nature all in one outing.Visiting the Lewis and Clark National Historical Park is great any time of year but in fall you get to experience it as the Le...

  Two fake skeletons are posed playing instruments in a decorative display for the Day of the Dead, a beloved Mexican holiday. PHOTOGRAPH BY RODOLFO VANEGAS, LATINCONTENT / GETTY IMAGES Day of the Dead This lively Mexican celebration helps families honor their ancestors. Skeletons are scary, right? Not if you're celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. REMEMBERING RELATIVES A woman celebrates with festive face paint. PHOTOGRAPH BY ZEPHERWIND, DREAMSTIME Day of the Dead combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls' Day, a holiday that Spanish invaders brought to  Mexico  starting in the early 1500s. The holiday, which is celebrated mostly in Mexico on November 1 and 2, is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honor. Day of the Dead is a joyful time that helps people remember the deceased and celebrate their memory. TREATS FOR THE DECEASED An altar shows some of a relative's favorite ite...