Snow day!Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:02PMThursday, residents of the Valley shoveled driveways and walkways, made snowmen and snow angels, ate the snow and fed it to siblings and family dogs, bundled up children and dried them off, stocked up on staples like milk, bread, kerosene lanterns and electrical generators, planned trips to Vegas, drank hot cocoa indoors, and turned their thoughts toward spring.
Chilean fisherman faced tsunami to save othersMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:19PMThe only thing that seemed to frighten Pedro Munoz that dark morning was that a guilty conscience would haunt him if he did nothing.
Keeper bass caught in Barnegat BayMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:52PMThey're here. Dennis Palmatier of Murphy's Hook House in Toms River reported that two keeper striped bass were weighed in at the shop last Friday morning.
Jason Quinn: Big baits on topMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:08PMBig topwater baits are commonly used during tarpon trips or when targeting muskie. Surprisingly enough, Elite Series pro Jason Quinn reveals that big topwater baits are a key part of his summertime bass fishing arsenal.
Half-price whale watching in Dana PointMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:27PMHere's a great deal for you: On Tuesdays, you can take full, two-hour trips out of Dana Harbor to look for whales and dolphins, and only pay half the regular $29 price! And you're guaranteed to see whales or dolphins or get a free pass to come back...
Meetings, Etc.Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:54PMHere is a partial listing of upcoming meetings, classes, sign-ups and other events in South Iredell and the region.
Crabs, from 'pot' to plateMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:37PMJerry Pemberton, owner of the Lady Le Blanc out of Half Moon Bay, has fished for the Bay Area's famous Dungeness crab for almost three decades.
What’s happening around town?Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:22PMThe Plano Symphony Orchestra will continue the Family Symphony Sundays Series with Gone with the Winds at 2 p.m. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. Kids ages 3-12 can get hands-on education with the instrument petting zoo. For tickets, call 972-473-7262.
Hansen testifies for 3-day fishing licenseMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:38PMState Rep. Goeff Hansen, R-Hart, last week gave testimony to the Senate Committee on Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Recreation in support of his bill to modify game fish possession limits and licensing provisions.
Docks gearing up for spring: Charter boat captains are waiting for a boost to their businessMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:29AMDESTIN — After a long, slow winter, the local fishing fleet is starting to come alive again. The party boats are going fishing more often, and many charter boat captains are working on their vessels to get them ready for spring. “Traditionally,...
Japan dolphin hunters bitter over OscarMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:11AMDolphin hunters in Japanese defended their annual cull after The Cove, a hard-hitting film about the slaughter, won the Academy Award for best documentary.
Nations on alert as China hunts for secretsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:10PMURGENT warnings have been circulated throughout Nato and the European Union for secret intelligence material to be protected following cyber attacks originating in China.
Rumors of wolves have some in Colorado howlingSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:03PMReaction is strong among ranchers and animal protectionists in a state that hasn't seen a regular wolf population in 70 years. The news had scarcely gotten out that a western Colorado rancher suspected he had wolves on his land when the phone started ringing at state wildlife offices.
Tourism draws writers' bloc to Crittenden, Lyon countiesSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:50PMTogether Crittenden and Lyon counties have landed a major marketing opportunity, being selected as the 2011 spring destination of the Association of Great Lakes Outdoors Writers.
Monitor wants more power over KiwisaverSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 1:30PMThe Government official in charge of monitoring KiwiSaver schemes has called for greater powers to keep the schemes in line.
Pheasants Foreverbanquet a success for Macomb ChapterSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 5:07AMWhen it comes to helping preserve wildlife habitat in Michigan, Pheasants Forever is at the forefront of organizations that make a difference.
Outdoors commentary: Ethics and moneySaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:42PMWe're living in a time of flux. Rapid population growth alteringlong held attitudes toward hunting, fishing and our aged system offunding governmental services.
Fishing success comes in taking what nature will give youSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:33PMCOASTAL BEND —I talk to plenty of folks who catch lots of fish. And I speak with a fair number of others who occasionally catch fish.You might think these anglers could be divided into two basic groups: ones who fish often and ones who rarely fish. But you’d be surprised to learn that many anglers I come in contact with fish fairly often and rarely are satisfied with their success. They’re not ...
Promises Team Completes Act of KindnessSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:03PMWhen Rick DeBord was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, the housing project he was working on in Wheelersburg went unfinished – until members of The Counseling Center’s Promises Team showed up ready...
Smartphones have changed the way we travelSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:42PMBusiness traveler Mike Monroe no longer rummages through his bag at the airline counter fishing for his flight ticket or confirmation number.
Melrose area Lottery sales up 3.5 percent in FY09Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:27PMLottery sales in Minnesota set a new record in Fiscal Year (FY) 2009, with sales of $481.2 million. Closer to home, Lottery sales in Western Stearns County Minnesota also set a new record, increasing by 3.57 percent to an area sales total of $2,412,661.
KiwiSaver watchdog seeks teethFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:12AMThe Government official in charge of monitoring KiwiSaver schemes has called for greater powers to keep the schemes in line.
Bagging an Osceola turkey is a big deal for sportsmenFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:02AMFlorida is known, near and far, as the “Fishing Capital of the World” and with good reason. But the Sunshine State also enjoys some pretty good hunting opportunities, with arguably the best gator and wild hog hunting around. And Florida is...
From a recession to a measured resurgence, Telluride enduresFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:33AMIf we learned anything about ourselves and about Telluride in 2009, it’s that we, and this town, endure. This last year was defined in simple economic terms for us, and we learned a lesson: Even our sno-globe town isn’t invincible. Our region made difficult financial decisions as revenues that once flowed ebbed. We braced against a recession and swallowed the passings of our friends. But for all ...
Family Time: Big exhibit offers mammoth viewsFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:16AMIt's so big, it's mammoth — Quarry Hill Nature Center's new Ice Age 2010: An Exhibit of Mammoth Proportions.
St. George: Homemade spring fever remedyFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:09AMRecreational haven » From golfing to fishing, the St. George area is the place to be in early spring.
Boston Whaler Outrage 18Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:04AMThere are nearly as many reasons to buy a boat as there are boats to buy.
Man who helped build some of the iconic structures of Bakersfield dies at 93Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:13PMIf it's a Bakersfield structure, Wilbur Baynham Rickett may have had a hand in building it. Don't recognize the name? You've seen his work. Bakersfield College's Memorial Stadium, Old Church Plaza and the Chester Avenue underpass all bear his mark.
RenaissanceWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:12PMOn the highest shelves of the garage at Perry Eaton’s house are rows of wooden blocks, some up to three feet across, each one with its vintage indicated by a number written on the block with a black felt tip pen.
Survivorman fan found dead in Muskoka wildernessWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:07PMA Scarborough hiker without food or tents has died of hypothermia, according to relatives. Critics question the influence of reality shows about wilderness survival.
A Much Needed Sanctuary for BirdsWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:02PMThe long, cold winter has taken its toll on area birds. Screech Owls were greatly affected by the freeze--especially the babies. Sadly, most that made it to the Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores have died.
Eyewitness: Shaking, chaos, family and hope in ChileWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:16PMViviana and I have a 130 acre ranch in between the cities of Pitrufquen and Villarrica in the 10th region of Chile also known by "Region de la Arucania". The largest city closest to us is Temuco; we are southeast about 70 kilometers and at around...
Faith eventsWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:04PMFaith events going on in the area.
Helping Veterans Recover Physically And EmotionallyWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:53PMProject Healing Waters, a nationwide effort to help veterans recover from both physical and emotional problems, is gaining a lot of attention in our region.
Eddie Price sentencing delayed againWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:51PMFormer Mandeville Mayor Eddie Price's sentencing on federal public corruption and tax evasion charges has been delayed again. Price pleaded guilty in October to one count of honest services mail fraud for accepting lavish golf vacations from companies that do...
David Hawkins, 1943-2010, former Vail residentWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:39PMDavid Guion Hawkins died Feb 13 at his home in Buffalo, Wyo. He was 66. David was born in Chicago on April 25, 1943 to John and Helen Hawkins. He attended St. George High School in Evanston, Ill., where he was the starting quarterback and co-captain of one of the top-ranked teams in the state. He graduated from Southern Illinois University. He was drafted into the Army and served in Vietnam from ...
Plenty of activities available in MarchSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:02AM"The 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America" 2010 Spring exhibit on display through January 2011 at Dr. Michael J. Clarke History Museum of Ozarks Scouting, 1616 S. Eastgate Ave. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Free. Call 883-1636.
ABS-CBN News Online BetaSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:47AMMANILA, Philippines (UPDATE) - Thousands living in provinces facing the Pacific Ocean evacuated their homes early Sunday hours before a tsunami from a major quake near Chile was expected to arrive, officials said.
ABS-CBN News Online BetaSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:47AMMANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Sunday afternoon has cancelled the tsunami alert issued after a powerful earthquake hit Chile Saturday.
In northern Westchester, summer camps gear up for the seasonSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:42AMFrost may still be a threat and spring a faint hope, but it is the time for parents to book their kids' summer camps — that is, if they haven't done so already.
Avid Bass Fisherman Promotes Essential Gear and Expertise via Interactive BlogSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:01AMFounder of ThatBassFishingGuy.com, Del Houghton, developed an online haven for fishing enthusiasts nationwide. The Web site was designed to provide good-to-know fishing tips, tricks and information as well as essential and extraordinary gear and supplies to first-time and regular fishers nationwide. Shoppers are encouraged to visit his blog to read about Houghton's experiences and personal ...
Vets in VietnamSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:24PMAfter some guys retire, they go on annual golf or fishing trips, or to sunny beaches with their wives.
Leschper: Map out your next big adventure soonSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:41PM“A good plan today beats a perfect one tomorrow.”That saying has been attributed to many sources, but it applies nowhere more than in outdoor pursuits, and if you’re looking to plan a hunting or fishing excursion for 2010 and don’t have your agenda well under way, you’re behind everyone else.There is an amazing array of sporting opportunities in the Lone Star State and elsewhere, and narrowing ...
NBC to profile Dublin woman's gratitudeSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:26AMThe bond that a Dublin woman formed nearly a decade ago with a Canadian fishing village has inspired a TV segment set to air Sunday night during the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics.A viewing audience of millions will learn about Shirley Brooks-Jones and her efforts to give back to the community of 4,000 that welcomed her and hundreds of other stranded airline passengers in its schools ...
Related StoriesSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:14AMMr. Dauk, born on July 16, 1936, son of the late Adele and Peter Dauk, was raised in New Canaan where he attended Saxe Junior High School and graduated from New Canaan High School in 1954. He served as president of his class for three years and distinguished himself as a scholar athlete.
Send me an AngelSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:33AMThe Special Angels Among Us Fundraising Banquet, the 12th annual dinner, live and silent auction benefiting the Allen Special Olympics Delegation program, will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Plano Centre.