Monday, January 21, 2013
Do you think Secret Service would be cool with someone lassoing President Obama? It happened to one president on his Inauguration Day.
On Monday, Jan. 21, Barack Obama will be sworn in again, as the nation's 44th president (*OK, technically he was sworn in Sunday, Jan. 20—see note below). Although there is much protocol and tradition that goes along with presidential inaugurations, history shows there's a bit of wiggle room when it comes to things such as fashion and parade behavior. Remember you can get instant news updates. Like Hazelwood Patch on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, or signup for the Hazelwood Patch newsletter here. For instance, did you know ... Trivia courtesy of the Presidential Inaugural Committee 2013 What twists to the 57th Presidential Inauguration might we see Monday? A Gangnam Style flash mob on the steps of the Capitol? FLOTUS (First Lady of …
Friday, July 27, 2012
The Summer Olympics begin on July 27, but how well do you know the Games? All this week, Patch will post trivia questions to test your knowledge.
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Hazelwood Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Post your answers in the comments below. We'll post the correct answers in the comments by noon Monday. 2. Which of these is no longer an Olympic event? 3. In 1904, American George Eyser won three golds, two silvers and a bronze in gymnastics. Besides the number of medals he took home, what was remarkable about his achievement? 4…
Thursday, July 26, 2012
The Summer Olympics began on July 27, but how well do you know the Games?
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olympic history. As hundreds of world-class athletes prepare to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games beginning July 27, Patch is celebrating the start of the games by posting Olympic trivia questions all this week. Post your answers in the comment section, and we'll post the correct answers in the comments by 4 p.m. today. 2. How long is the route for the marathon event in the 2012 Olympics? 3. Who lit the torch to start the Games in Atlanta? 4. What is the name of the mascot of the 2012 Games? Looking for a way to celebrate the Olympics locally? You…
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12:15 pm on Monday, January 21, 2013
"Barack Obama will be sworn in gain"?? In gain? You guys must been hungover from the weekend. more ›