The 'Little Gee Bee' was originally nicknamed 'Wimpy' when it was designed and built by Tom Story in 1938, before being renamed by George Bogardus after World War II.
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Untitled (Strips with Triangles and Rectangles) — Did you know that 'Untitled (Strips with Triangles and Rectangles)' is an example of decorative arts created in the 1920s, showcasing the geometric patterns often found in folk art from that era? Smithsonian American Art Museum
Grumman F8F-2, Bearcat, "Conquest I" — Did you know that the racing aircraft "Conquest I" was not only modified with parts from other planes, like a propeller from a Skyraider and a spinner from a Mustang, but also used special high-octane gasoline and putty-sealed gaps to achieve greater speed? National Air and Space Museum
Farmers markets near Belton — 17 USDA-listed farmers markets operate within 30 miles of Belton, SC this week. They include Palmetto Farmers Market, Anderson County Farmers Market, Upstate Locally Grown online Farmer's Market. (Source: USDA Local Food Portal). USDA Local Food Portal
New Jersey violent crime rate — In New Jersey, the reported violent crime rate was about 222 offenses per 100,000 residents in 2024. The national rate that year was about 364 per 100,000. (Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer). FBI · Crime Data Explorer
Del Norte County, California by the numbers — Did you know? The U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 ACS 5-year estimates show Del Norte County, California has a population of about 27,462, a median age of 40.0, a median household income of $61,149, a median home value of $282,500. U.S. Census Bureau
