Free Black communities living on the margins of colonized America were not unusual. Indeed, they were common enough that their members were given a name: Maroons.
The Maroons
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Backyard Astronomer
9/15/25 - Delphinus the Dolphin
The Summer Triangle is a useful guidepost to many constellations. A popular little pattern among stargazers is Delphinus the Dolphin.
Somos Hispanos
Chicano Culture (with Angelo Kapp)
Angelo Kapp, founder of Nuestra Cultura Multimedia Productions, looks at the contributions of the Chicano culture in the United States.
Backyard Astronomer
9/8/25 - The Summer Milky Way
Away from city lights and bright moonlight, this is the time of year to see the faint band of the Milky Way stretching right over the top of the sky.
Second Act
Aging Driver Tips
Lt. Kim Vetter from the Michigan State Police talks about concerns and tips for aging drivers.