Why Wars - Beliefs Systems And Lack Of Data

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson shares his thoughts on war and begs the question: why can’t we all just get along?

Video courtesy YouTube/Startalk

Clewiston Sugar Festival, March 13-14

CLEWISTON, FL. -- The 2026 Clewiston Sugar Festival is currently taking place from March 13 to March 14, 2026, in Clewiston, Florida. This free event celebrates the local sugarcane harvest with live music, professional Gator and Wildlife shows, and a massive kids' carnival.

Friday, March 13 Schedule

Event Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Kids' Carnival: Open from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM.

Music Lineup:
DJ Nu Sound: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Yacht Rock Revue: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Evening Finale: Fireworks show to close the night. [3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Saturday, March 14 Schedule

Event Hours: Starts at 8:00 AM.
Races & Sports:
Half Marathon: Starts at 6:45 AM (Packet pickup at 3:00 PM Friday).
5K/10K Races: Start at 8:00 AM.
Cornhole Tournament: Kicks off at 9:00 AM.

Attractions:
Kids' Carnival: Open from 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
Gator & Wildlife Shows: 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM at Library Park.
Sugar Express Train: Rides featuring the No. 148 steam locomotive.

Main Stage Music:
Zach John King: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Country Music Lineup: Afternoon and evening performances including Tyler Hubbard, Justin Moore, and Niko Moon.

Ongoing Features

Vendors & Food: Over 200 food and retail vendors located along Royal Palm Avenue.
Displays: Antique tractor and classic car displays available throughout the day.

Trump's Dress Code For Shoes - Wear Them Or Else?

President Trump has reportedly been giving shoes as gifts to his cabinet members and others in the current administration. The Florsheim brand leather oxford at about $145 are a gift that cannot be refused, even when they are the wrong size.

Photos have appeared showing administration members including Secretary of State and the Vice-President wearing the ill-fitting shoes at meetings.

Video: courtesy YouTube/Colbert Late Show

Scam Alert - Rebuilt, Home Buying Company

 Owners around the nation may be receiving unsolicited offers to buy homes and property, the latest received here in Florida is from Rebuilt of 15 Century Blvd,, Suite 307, Nashville, Tn.

They also are found under the names Rebuilt Realty, LLC and Rebuilt Nashville.

Much like other offers to buy property, deception is the key word to look out for in dealing with any company offering to buy land or homes through a mail offering.

A quick online search comes up with caution warnings, including the Better Business Bureau with a list of comments and complaints about Rebuilt. They are given a one star rating from 22 reviews.

Rebuilt seems to be one of the most deceptive offer of late. A fake but real looking check is enclosed as payment for the property they want to buy. The very fine print indicates you don't want to deposit this check as it has no banking numbers but otherwise looks legit. The also say "This offer may or may not be the fair market value of the property...and may go up/down based on property condition and other factors.

Google reviews are not any kinder, with 121 reviews and a 2.7 star rating.

Advice: Don't waste your time on offers sent by mail. The companies will try to get you to agree to a price much lower than market value for the property, no matter what the letters seem to indicate.

Scam Alert - Fake Deputy Tries To Get Money From Victims

LABELLE, FL. -- Reports of this activity are increasing says the Hendry Sheriff's Office.

SCAM ALERT!!

The Sheriff's office has begun getting complaints from the public that they are receiving a phone call from someone claiming to be a law enforcement Deputy with the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office. The “deputy” is relating they need to be contacted at 863-553-0355 to discuss a legal matter, the victim in the case has a warrant for their arrest and must turn themself in at the Clewiston Police Department.

IT’S A SCAM!

They may use your real name, tell you their badge number, give you a specific case number. All this information may lead you to believe that you are in serious legal trouble.

This is a phishing scam. You are NOT speaking to a real law enforcement officer, but a cybercriminal who is trying to make you panic. Their goal is to scare you into acting without thinking. They will ask you to pay a fine by wiring money, purchasing gift cards, or sending cryptocurrency if you want to avoid being arrested.

Remember, you are not in any legal trouble, and if you pay this “fine,” you’ll be giving your money directly to a criminal. So, if you receive a call from someone threatening to arrest you unless you pay a fine immediately…It’s a scam.

Remember, Law Enforcement will never ask you to pay a fine using a gift card, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. If you are asked for these payment methods, hang up immediately.

Sadly, several people fall for this. These scammers sound very convincing, but they are not legitimate.

Hang up. Do not send money.