Lichtenberg Figure

Lichtenberg figures are so cool!

A Lichtenburg figure captures “lightning” at it core. The end result looks a lot like a delicate leaf or a plant’s root system.

Not familiar with this artful technique? Then watch the video below to introduce yourself to it.

That is art at work using the sheer force of energy! Beautiful, indeed.

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Running Of The Reindeer

When you live in Anchorage, Alaska the “Running Of The Reindeer” is always an event to look forward to.

Since reindeers aren’t as deadly as bulls, no one gets mauled in this family friendly event.

Watch the Reindeer (and the people) run in the video below.

Looks like a fun time was had by all!

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National Margarita Day

Are you looking for a reason to have a drink today? Help celebrate National Margarita Day by kicking back one of these highly intoxicating drinks frozen or “on the rocks.”

Give it extra flavor by adding strawberries or other flavored liquors like Midori.

There isn’t much information who started National Margarita Day or why it was introduced, but it’s one good reason to have some tequila tonight!

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Nevada Earthquake

This morning the ground shook in Nevada. The U.S. Geological Survey said an earthquake registered a preliminary 6.3 on the Richter scale and took place at 6:16 AM.

The quake was centered in a sparsely populated area near the Nevada- Utah state line.

Some reports say the quake was felt as far away as Idaho. There are no preliminary reports of damage or injury.

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Spy Satellite Shoot Down Delayed

The Spy satellite that was scheduled to be shot down today has been delayed due to bad weather.

A Pentagon official said that the high seas are currently an obstacle in the north Pacific where Navy Ships were to shoot the wayward spy satellite out of the sky.

There was no word that the mission had been scrapped and other factors could impact a decision on the timing of the shootdown.

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Snake Fish Invades Britain

There is a bit of bad news for Britons, a fish deadlier than the piranha has been caught on British shores for the first time. The Snakefish eats just about anything and can live for up to four days on land.

The fish is even rumored to attack humans, especially when defending their ‘fry’ (offspring.)

Andy Alder, 24 of Lincoln caught the beast. “It had a gob full of razor-sharp teeth. To be honest it looked terrifying.”

Environmental agencies are concerned that the invasive fish might set up breeding grounds, which would put other fish and humans in danger.

Hopefully this a rare occurrence of someone dumping an illegal fish and not a case of infestation. They can grow to be 3 feet in length and weigh up to 44 pounds.

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Jessica Baty - NIU Shooter’s Girlfriend

In an attack that is still largely misunderstood, Jessica Baty, Steven Kazmierczak’s former girlfriend can offer little explanation of why Steven opened fire at a lecture hall at Northern Illinois University.

Jessica said that Steven had recently stopped taking his medications because they “made him feel like a zombie.” She said that he seemed only slightly changed after he quit taking them. She told CNN “He wasn’t erratic. He wasn’t delusional. He was Steve; he was normal.”

Baty said Kazmierczak, 27, called her the night before to say goodbye.

“He called me at midnight and told me not to forget about him.”

Officials said they’ve found no connection with Kazmierczak and the victims. He was a former student that had good grades.

We hope that something will surface on why he plotted to kill so many others and then kill himself. Not to be sick, but you just wonder why he couldn’t have just took his own life without taking so many other people with him..

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Guitar Hero Aerosmith

If you’re a fan of Guitar Hero and Aerosmith, you’ll be tickled to find out that Activision is releasing a new Guitar Hero game based on the legendary band.

Recent press states “This is the first game built around the legendary music of America’s Greatest Rock ‘N Roll Band: Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton and Joey Kramer. Slated for release this June, this latest installment from the franchise with the #1 best-selling video game in 2007, puts players in the shoes of Perry (guitar), Whitford (guitar) and Hamilton (bass), as they rock out alongside frontman Tyler and drummer Kramer. Gamers will experience Aerosmith’s GRAMMY® winning career, from their first gig to becoming rock royalty, in a way that no other entertainment vehicle offers.”

Look for this great game coming soon!

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Uno The Beagle Video

What isn’t there to love about a beagle? Uno turned out to be the number one dog at the Westminster Kennel Dog Show.

You can see Uno’s winning traits is the short video below.

This 15 inch pup shows how it’s done! He’s the first beagle to win the dog show since 1939.

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Rockfish Cooking Contest

Congratulations to Matthew Forman, the junior winner in the first ever Maryland Rockfish Junior Cooking Contest.

Matthew Forman of Broomes Island prepares his winning rockfish dish.

Matthew called his dish Pan Seared Rockfish over a Bed of Greens with a Lemon-Citrus Butter Sauce.

The Maryland Rockfish Junior Cooking Contest had six winners with 3 finalists in two divisions.
The Kids division was for ages 7-11 and the Junior division was for ages 12-17.

Finalists received an engraved plaque and cash prizes of $200.00, $100.00, and $50.00 for their respective places. Winners include:

Kids Division:
1st Ryan Yetter, Clear Spring, Md.
2nd Eric Yetter, Clear Spring, Md.
3rd Mareike Van Wie, Wilmington, De.

Junior Division:
1st Matthew Forman, Broomes Island, Md.
2nd Rachel Smith, Centreville, Md.
3rd Emily Beeson, Monkton, Md.

The rockfish were donated by Maryland commercial fishermen.

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