Today in History: July 8, The ‘Great Grain Robbery’

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Lunar Announces Retailer Alcohol Event For San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by Rich Johnston on June 13, 2026
Lunar Distribution announces their comic book retailer alcohol meet-and-greet event for San Diego Comic-Con 2026
Street Fighter Vs The Valiant Universe Launches at San Diego Comic-Con
by Rich Johnston on June 13, 2026
Street Fighter Vs The Valiant Universe launches at San Diego Comic-Con with Bloodshot Vs Cammy by Tim Seeley and Alfredo Cardona
How to Spread Out Your Geek'd Con Shreveport Budget
by Greg Atoms on June 13, 2026
Use our budgeting cheat sheet for Geek'd Con Shreveport to spread your convention costs over the entire summer instead of just one weekend.
Hasbro Announces The Ultimate TRANSFORMERS and JEM Comic-Con Concert Experience
by @GeekTyant on June 12, 2026
San Diego Comic-Con always finds new ways to tap into fans’ nostalgia, but Hasbro is going all-in this year with a celebration that feels tailor-made for kids of the 1980s. As part of the ongoing 40th anniversary festivities for Transformers: The Movie , the company has announced a special li
Comic Book Convention June 20
by Monroe Times on June 12, 2026
The Madison Comic Book Convention will be held on Saturday, June 20 at the Mainstay suites located at 5421 Caddis Bend in Fitchburg (this is 1.3 miles south of the Beltline off Fish Hatchery, exit 260)
Heroes Convention returns to Charlotte this weekend: Everything to know
by Luke Tucker on June 12, 2026
The 3-day comic book event is happening at the Charlotte Convention Center.
The Transformers: The Movie Concert Headed to San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by John Nguyen on June 12, 2026
The Transformers: The Movie is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with The Apology Tour. Thanks to Fathom Entertainment, old and new fans will get to experience the animated movie on the big screen on September 17-21. A new edition of Stan Bush’s “The Touch” has been released. The slogan hurts with “40 years later… ... Read more
The pros of cons
by @Amy Mullins on June 12, 2026
Comic Con, the latest large-scale event franchise celebrating comics, animation and pop culture to put down roots in Hong Kong, probably won’t be the city’s last.
Danny Trejo, Peter Weller and more announced for 2026 Arkansas Comic Con
by Brandon Ringo on June 11, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – This week Arkansas Comic Con announced a pair of guests familiar to fans of films like “Machete” and “RoboCop” will be coming to the Natural State. Earlier this week, officials …
Backpack Essentials for San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by Kerry Dixon on June 11, 2026
Every Comic-Con attendee eventually learns the same lesson: what you carry matters. A lot. When you’re spending the day bouncing between panel rooms, exhibit hall booths, offsites, signings, and whatever surprise adventure Comic-Con throws at you next, the contents of your bag can make or break your experience. The right supplies can save you from

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Little Egg Harbor comic shop prepares for Free Comic Book Day
by DAN GROTE Staff Writer on June 13, 2026
Neon Mermaid Comics in Little Egg Harbor Township will observe Free Comic Book Day on May 2.
Lunar Announces Retailer Alcohol Event For San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by Rich Johnston on June 13, 2026
Lunar Distribution announces their comic book retailer alcohol meet-and-greet event for San Diego Comic-Con 2026
Jim Lee's Absolute Batman/Superman/Wonder Woman Variants For SDCC
by Rich Johnston on June 12, 2026
Jim Lee and Scott Williams' Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman and Absolute Wonder Woman Retailer-Exclusive variant cover art for SDCC
Attempted break-in at London comic book shop
by FOX 56 News on June 12, 2026
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New comic book store opens to Kyle-area collectors
by Sierra Martin on June 11, 2026
The local and veteran-owned store sells a highly curated selection of comic books, with a focus on collector-tier and modern-release inventory.
HeroesCon to reconvene at Charlotte Convention Center in 44th year
by Jeff A. Chamer on June 11, 2026
First started in 1982, HeroesCon will run from Friday to Saturday at the convention center.

Today in History: July 8, The ‘Great Grain Robbery’

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