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When Mailman Floyd Martin Retired, The People On His Route Gave Him A Big Sendoff

Today in 2019, a community in suburban Atlanta wanted to show its appreciation for mailman Floyd Martin, who had been a daily part of their lives for more than three decades.

When ALS Stopped Jason Becker’s Guitar Playing, He Became An Accomplished Composer

Today in 2018, the release of the album “Triumphant Hearts” by guitarist Jason Becker. Not many people in music know as much about triumph over adversity as Jason Becker, who found new ways to create and share music decades after being diagnosed with ALS.

Lincoln’s Heart Will Go On: Union Square Park, Springfield

The statue shows Lincoln as he heads to Washington to begin his presidency, though at first glance you might think he's belting out his favorite Celine Dion number,

I Didn’t Know He Was THAT Tall: Lincoln “Railsplitter” Statue, Springfield, Illinois

And if you look at just his torso, you might think of him as a sort of funky 1970's type - give the man a zodiac-related medallion to wear and he'll get that night fever, he knows how to show it.

Last Stop, Mr. Lincoln: Springfield Train Station

A simple, elegant black stone monument that marks the final stop on the biggest funeral procession the country had - and probably has - ever seen.

Abraham Lincoln’s Burial Site

Lincoln's body has been moved more times than a journeyman infielder through the National League, but with 12 feet of concrete overhead he's not going anywhere these days.