Genealogy Roundup, December 31
In this week’s roundup, preserving family stories, the unsung heroes of genealogy, an intriguing look at maiden names, and more!
The Roots Recipe for Betty White
Betty White, now 96 years old, graced us all with her presence at the Emmys.
Genealogy Roundup, July 23
In this week’s roundup, trans-Atlantic cousins saving a church, an insightful article on validating sources, a look at Stephen Colbert's roots, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, July 9
In this week’s roundup, Korean War hero identified, welcome results from DNA testing, the "club sandwich" generation, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, July 2
In this week’s roundup, questions to ask your family, newly released Irish records, the fascinating topics revealed in Civil War pension files, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, June 25
In this week’s roundup, a beloved Ellis Island song, National Archives cuts, a twin seeks tribute for his brother, and more.
Genealogy Classic: SSDI Blues
Today would have been my mother's birthday, so as a small tribute, I've decided to share a piece I wrote just ten weeks after she passed away.
Genealogy Classic: Enough with the Famous Cousins Already!
Celebrity cousin revelations aren't as shocking as they seem—genealogical math makes distant connections inevitable.
Genealogy Roundup, February 26
In this week's roundup, a call to preserve records, 90 years of journaling, potential threat to a POW/MIA agency's mission, and more!
Genealogy Roundup, November 20
In this week's roundup, a touching reunion story, the identification of a WWII hero, a grandson's heartfelt transformation of a shed into a tribute, the best countries for exploring your ancestry, and more.