Saturday, June 27, 2026

Free video series—“The Story of America”

June 27, 2026 | Read online

Saturday, June 27, 2026

This sponsored message from Just The Truth is on behalf of Hillsdale College

Dear Friend,

In the spring of 1775, a handful of farmers and tradesmen stood their ground against the greatest military power on earth.

They didn’t know how the story would end.

But they knew that freedom was worth fighting for.

The “shot heard ’round the world” set in motion a chain of events that led to the greatest experiment in self-government the world has ever known.

That’s why I’m excited to share something special with you.

The White House recently asked Hillsdale College to assist the Salute to America 250 Task Force in producing a new free video series, The Story of America—a sweeping, episode-by-episode journey through our nation’s founding in honor of its 250th anniversary.

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this series invites you to learn about the principles, courage, sacrifice, and faith that made America possible—and why this story still matters today.

Filmed in the historic Indian Treaty Room in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., each episode brings a pivotal chapter of the American story to life.

Here’s a glimpse of what you can access on your journey at no cost:

The Declaration of Independence — Larry P. Arnn, President, Hillsdale College
How the Declaration of Independence defines who we are—and what it still asks of us
The Formation of the Army — Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War
The moment citizen-patriots took up arms and answered liberty’s call against overwhelming odds
The King’s Call to Arms — U.S. Senator Mike Lee
When imperial authority collided with colonial defiance—and compromise was no longer possible
The Culper Spy Ring — Brian Kilmeade, Co-Author, George Washington’s Secret Six
The remarkable story of ordinary Americans who risked everything to outsmart the British and save the Revolution
Story of the American Soldier — Michael Knowles, Author and Podcaster
A tribute to the forgotten men whose sacrifice secured American independence
The U.S. Marine Corps Birthday — Vice President J.D. Vance
The enduring legacy of courage, service, and sacrifice that defines the U.S. Marine Corps

You can receive instant access to this free video series right now using this secure link:

https://info.hillsdale.edu/story-of-america-free-access

As we approach our nation’s 250th anniversary, now is the time to rediscover the spirit of 1776.

And it’s my hope that, by remembering the great deeds of the past, we can inspire Americans today to equally great deeds.

Enjoy your free video series!

Bill Gray ’01
Vice President
Institutional Advancement
Hillsdale College

P.S. New episodes will be released throughout the year as we approach America’s 250th anniversary—sign up now so you don’t miss a single one!

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Weekly Meal Plan: Week of June 28

Hello and happy Saturday (& happy early Fourth of July!)

This week's meal plan is a little different in that I'm sharing recipes to bring to a Fourth of July (or any summertime) party/gathering. Enjoy!!

I'm hoping these meal plans will help provide some direction on what to cook for the week, or at the very least, some inspiration. Having a plan helps both in terms of not having to think, and ensuring you're getting in an adequate amount of protein and veggies.

If you click the link below, you'll find a meal plan and a grocery list to go along with it. Below that, you'll find a clickable link that adds all of the groceries for the recipes to your Amazon/Whole Foods shopping cart, so you don't even have to do the shopping if you don't want to! We're all about working smarter, not harder.

WEEKLY MEAL PLAN: JUNE 28

Here's what's included:

Grilled Chicken Thighs: This is a great staple recipe for any chicken, but my personal favorite is boneless, skinless thighs. Simply make the marinade, let the chicken sit and then light up the grill when you're ready to cook! The flavors pair well with almost any side dish, too!
Asparagus Pasta Salad: Pasta tossed with asparagus, tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper, along with a zesty dressing, makes this a no-brainer.
Classic Panzanella Salad: The best kind of salad includes bread (it's a fact!). Tomatoes, cucumber, fresh mozzarella, and toasted bread toss together in this simple panzanella.
Corn Dip: I guarantee everyone will devour this dip. It's charred corn plus Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and cilantro. Perfect for summertime!
No Bake Cherry Cheesecake: My mom used to make this pie all the time, so I decided to create my own (very similar) version. Cream cheese, whipped cream and cherries make this no bake dessert a no-brainer.
Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Pie: Another recipe inspired by my mom, it's whipped cream peanut butter and chocolate chips. Zero baking required, and a must-make for any chocolate peanut butter fans.

And guess what? Now you can add all of the ingredients for these recipes to your shopping cart. To do so, click here to shop.

If you make any of these recipes, I'd love if you could take a minute out of your day and leave a review. Simply scroll to the bottom of the page, below the recipe card you'll see an area to leave a star rating and a comment. Review help recipe sites SO much, and your support is truly appreciated.

Happy cooking!

Cook Once, Eat All Week

Hi there reader,

Imagine having a fridge full of delicious, ready-to-go meals made from one easy cooking session. With our Cook Once, Eat All Week approach, that’s exactly what you get!

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes

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Lauren

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Your Weekly Menu Plan!

Below is a weekly menu plan with:

six dinner recipes
side dish and snack/treat recipes
tips to help streamline dinner night

Make one recipe, or make them all! You can easily swap the recipes in and out for the days of the week that work for you.

Check out the details below for meal prep and make-ahead tips, substitution ideas, and side dish suggestions.

These turkey burgers are tasty with grilled pineapple, but if that's not your thing, you can leave off the pineapple and/or serve it on the side.

Teriyaki Turkey Burgers with Grilled Pineapple

The leftovers of this meal are amazing (I hoard them for lunches). This is an all-in-one meal - you don't need a lot of sides. Simple, fresh veggies like carrot sticks and cucumbers work well as a simple side.

Cheesy Italian Chicken Zucchini Skillet

This meal can easily be made meatless. If doing so, I like to add an extra can of beans. Elbow macaroni can be subbed for the small pasta shells.

Skillet Taco Pasta Shells (30-Minute Meal)

This chicken is very easy to make! We love serving it with smashed potatoes and drop biscuits, but it's delicious with simple fresh fruit and veggies.

Monterey Chicken with Pico de Gallo

This is a delicious summer meal - and makes great leftovers for lunches or future dinners. Using a rotisserie chicken makes it super easy.

Southwest Rice and Bean Salad

I know I recommend this one a lot, but it is so good and so easy. We love serving it with a fried egg on top, too.

Thai-Style Ground Turkey and Green Beans

This pasta salad can be made ahead of time - just reserve a bit of the dressing to toss with the salad right before serving.

Greek Pasta Salad

You can make this with all zucchini or all yellow squash (rather than a combination). I love making a big batch of this and keeping it on hand all week for easy side dishes and to eat for lunch.

Skillet Zucchini and Yellow Squash

This banana bread freezes really well (and stays moist for several days).

Chocolate Sour Cream Banana Bread

A fantastic no-bake treat. Did you know scotcheroos freeze really well? Also, I'm posting an Instagram reel soon on how to make them rolled up like a pinwheel. Lifechanging and so fun!

Scotcheroos

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I hope these menu plans are helpful! Remember that you don't have to plug in all of the meals - just take a few of them as inspiration to round out a menu that works for you and the ones you are cooking for!