On May 11, 1934, a dust storm two miles high turned daylight into darkness and carried America’s soil into the Atlantic Ocean. But this wasn’t just a weather event—it was the collapse of a dangerous illusion.

Wedges, pulleys, and levers—oh my! These ancient tools are still hard at work making life easier, from building pyramids to launching marshmallows across your classroom.

Local government is where democracy meets daily life. From schools and roads to public safety and elections, local governments turn laws and policies into everyday reality.