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Some people devote themselves to model airplanes. Others prefer model trains. Alan Abramowitz builds election models — formulas that use data, economic and otherwise, to predict the outcomes of presidential political contests. In August, the Emory University political scientist took … Continue reading →

Some people devote themselves to model airplanes. Others prefer model trains. Alan Abramowitz builds election models — formulas that use data, economic and otherwise, to predict the outcomes of presidential political contests. In August, the Emory University political scientist took … Continue reading →

To Remember. . . The Army Air Corps of the 20’s became the Army Air Forces in 1941; which was separated from the Army in 1947 to create the U.S. Air Force we know today. By whatever name, generations of … Continue reading →

Charles Johnson was just a boy when his cousin died flying a P-51 fighter plane over the Philippines during World War II, but those events changed the course of Johnson’s life. “He was actually my inspiration,” Johnson said. His cousin, … Continue reading →

Allison M. Roberts Staff Writer @A_M_Roberts Lt. Col. Wallace Storey Lt. Col. Wallace Storey was a pilot in the 8th Air Force and 384th Bomb Wing from August 1942 until October 1945. Storey, 93 of Spartanburg, fought in France and … Continue reading →

About another 15 planes, including a couple 7-foot planes, soon will join them, Bernie Kapinus of Morris, a member of Stone City Post, said. “They’re not exact replicas, but they’re pretty close,” Kapinus said. “I think it’s a good tribute … Continue reading →

On August 29, 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new rule governing non-recreational use of small unmanned aircraft systems or “drones” became effective. The new rule – formally known as Part 1071 – is designed to allow for routine business … Continue reading →