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A Krampus Christmas Story

The Christmas season is upon us and that means the European mythical holiday beast is back on the prowl. Krampus! Beware this evil twist on Santa season and keep your children close. Celebrated at many festivals this creepy legend thrives … read more A Krampus Christmas Story

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The Local Legend of Little Mary-The Ghost of Hillcrest Cemetery

So you like scary stories, do ya? Come a little closer and lend me your ear. I’ll tell you the legendary local lore of little Mary of Jackson, Michigan. Poor little Mary suffered a death most humans have feared since … read more The Local Legend of Little Mary-The Ghost of Hillcrest Cemetery

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Kips Taco

What’s in your taco?  This story has been removed due to a small handful of complaints. The “story” was based on published news articles, national podcasts and public records, along with local folklore and rumors. This story was based on a … read more Kips Taco

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Hauntings in Marshall Michigan

Marshall is just a small speck of a town outside of better-known Cities of Kalamazoo and Jackson Michigan. Marshall is a city built up by the elite and wealthy, but also full of a daunting history. This should be on … read more Hauntings in Marshall Michigan

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13 of the Creepiest Photos Ever Taken

In the age of Photoshop, it’s pretty easy for anyone, with a little bit of practice, to manipulate photos to make your normal, everyday pictures into something creepy. While we can’t say for sure that none of these photos have been altered, … read more 13 of the Creepiest Photos Ever Taken

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Could a Zombie Apocalypse Actually Happen?

Unless you have been living under six feet of dirt for the last few years, you have likely noticed that the hottest horror rage lately has been zombies. From movies like World War Z, to shows like The Walking Dead, to books … read more Could a Zombie Apocalypse Actually Happen?

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A Guide to Famous Freakshow Performers

The phenomenon most of us recognize as contemporary freakshows began in the 19th century, but the roots of such shows actually extends back to the 17th century. During that time, individuals with medical conditions that radically changed their appearance would … read more A Guide to Famous Freakshow Performers

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Scary Kids, Scaring Everybody

You know how, when people whip out their wallets to show you pictures of their kids and you sometimes think, “There is something not right about that kid?” Well, these kids have been making our skin crawl in movies for … read more Scary Kids, Scaring Everybody

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The Scariest Silent Films of All Time

With modern special effects, it’s almost easy to make a film that scares the pants off of people. In the early days of cinema, however, it wasn’t nearly as easy. Special effects were primitive. Makeup was rudimentary. Speech didn’t even … read more The Scariest Silent Films of All Time

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20 Songs About Monsters

Sure, “love” is an easy target for songs. Who hasn’t felt love? Who doesn’t identify with all the sappy goodness those songs bring? To craft a song about monsters, however, is a slightly different matter. From vampires, to werewolves, to … read more 20 Songs About Monsters

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