Good morning! It’s Wednesday, June 23, 2021.
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WORD OF THE DAY
Facetiae [fuh-see-shee-ee] (noun) amusing or witty remarks or writings.
FILM FACTS
In “The Incredibles,” what was the name of Helen Parr’s incredible alter ego?
A. Elastigirl
B. Hawk Girl
C. Cat Woman
D. Starfire
(Answer at bottom of column)
NUMBER TO KNOW
345: The highest elevation is Florida is 345 feet above sea level.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY
June 23, 1992: Mafia boss John Gotti, who was nicknamed the “Teflon Don” after escaping unscathed from several trials during the 1980s, is sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty on 14 accounts of conspiracy to commit murder and racketeering.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
Pop singer Jason Mraz (44)
QUOTE OF THE DAY
“Each day is the scholar of yesterday.” – Publilius Syrus
TRIVIA ANSWER
A. Elastigirl
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