The University of Illinois retired its longtime mascot, Chief Illiniwek, in March because the symbol was offensive to some American Indians. Some Illini fans are still none too happy with this development. Tom Heinrich of Dwight, Ill., decided not to let the memory of Chief Illiniwek perish. He had an old elm tree trunk in … Continue reading Hail to the chief
Day: July 19, 2007
Veteran completing cross-country bike ride
Ken Rhodes, the Vietnam veteran who was riding a bicycle across the country -- including Route 66 -- to raise money for Iraq War veterans and muscular dystrophy, finishes his trek today, according to the Victorville (Calif.) Daily Press. On his 70th birthday, Rhodes is cycling the final 10 miles to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial … Continue reading Veteran completing cross-country bike ride