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Falling for Niagara Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:03AMOn Independence Day weekend, after 81 years, the Jacksons came back to Niagara Falls.
Legion baseball: Sixers roughed up by Sheboygan Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:01AMFor two innings, it appeared as if the Stevens Point Post 6 American Legion baseball team was going to use the second day of the Don Friday Invitational for batting practice.
Womens World Cup: U.S. can expect different Japan side Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:01AMFRANKFURT, Germany -- What a difference a few weeks make.
Weeks comes to rescue for Brewers Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:00AMDENVER -- Rickie Weeks hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers came back after squandering a seventh-inning lead and beat Colorado 8-7 Saturday night in a game that included the ejections of Rockies manager Jim Tracy and catcher Chris Iannetta.
Legion baseball: Black Sox win pair at CW Classic Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:00AMEthan Fenske and Cale Pieczynski handled the pitching for the Plover Post 543 American Legion baseball team Saturday.
Nation + World Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:06PM1 » Richard Jay Valenzuela, 4, of Santaquin, drowned April 15 after he tripped, hit his head on a rock and fell into Utah Lake. 2 » Ryan Bishop, 21, of New Hampshire, died April 28 after his canoe capsized during a nighttime excursion in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
SPORTS CALENDAR: A rundown of upcoming golf outings, sports camps and more Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:14PMMacomb Daily Staff
Public Safety Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 1:51PMbegan.
Southwest students learn about Lake Superior in Duluth Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 12:11PMNancy Mike-Johnson's Southwest fourth grade class spent four months learning about Lake Superior. The project was Connected People: Lake Superior, Telling Us Her Stories, using science and art. The class learned about the myths/legends, ship wrecks, the Edmund Fitzgerald in particular, art of the American Indian people in the great lakes region, watercyle/watersheds, maple syruping, voyageurs ...
Minn. residents have mixed reaction to budget deal Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:54AMAs negotiators work out details to end Minnesota's state government shutdown, reaction to the potential deal is mixed among state residents. We sampled the sentiment of people in the Bemidji area today.
Hike, bike, paddle, pedal, surf, raft, or cruise Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:18PMDon’t let the summer slip away without embracing it. Here are 10 made-for-the-memory-books Maine experiences.
DNR fish report: Fishing improves as weather stabilizes Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:39PMThe season to take snapping turtles or softshell turtles will be open Friday through Sept. 15.
How to cool off in a theme park Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:06AMI will never understand why Florida residents go to theme parks this time of year. I know it's more convenient for school schedules but between the crowds and the heat, I'm waiting till October. But if you have visitors or you simply can't resist the charms of castles (or you have an annual pass burning a hole in your pocket) I simply must point out this helpful blog post from Busch Gardens on ...
Village Sports Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:05PMMAD SCIENCE CAMP Explore exciting scientific topics in a fun setting by joining the Recreation Dept’s Mad Science Camp. We are offering these programs during the following weeks and times - Crazy Chemworks - Week of July 25 from 1 to 4 pm $176 read more
Abilene Reporter-News: Morning state, national, international headlines, July 14 Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 8:49AMWASHINGTON Amid new warnings and fresh signs of strain, President Barack Obama and congressional leaders are entering a perilous debt-limit endgame. The president, declaring "enough is enough," is demanding that budget negotiators find common ground by week's end even as the Senate's top Republican gained followers for his own last-ditch scheme to avoid a government default. By Jim Kuhnhenn.
Local lakes and river a playground for kayakers Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:23AMSummer is the perfect time to explore the tri-county area’s many lakes, and the Shiawassee River and kayaks are the perfect vessel to do that. “A novice can start their very first day and have a good time,” said Todd Minock, of Fenton.
Rafting trip lets Scouts put lifesaving lessons to work Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:02AMOn a recent river rafting adventure, members of Bonner Springs Boy Scout Troop No. 164 got a chance to learn new skills, and even put some of those skills to the test.
Plan It calendar: 7-14 Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:06PMExcept where indicated, all area codes are 419.
Summer destination: Falls of the Ohio State Park [Family and Parenting] Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:40PMby Megan Seckman The Falls of the Ohio State Park features more than 600 species of prehistoric life forms preserved in glistening limestone. A great reason to make it to the Sunny Side. Long before the inception of the Hooters shorts, years before the creation of the first Rocky's sub, predating the archaic Jeff boat, life thrived beneath the Indiana shore. Evidence of the miraculous ...
Kowalski makes suggestions Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:34AMPETAWAWA -Council feels it's premature to endorse a hydro-electric station on the Petawawa River as the class environmental assessment for the project has yet to be completed.[...]
Come get wet at the East Grand Rapids Water Party Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:41PMEast Grand Rapids Parkapalooza’s Splish Splash Water Party is set for 2 to 4 p.m., Thursday, July 14 at John Collins Park on Lakeside Drive. Participants of all ages are asked to wear a bathing suit or clothes that can get wet for this outdoor party. Don't forget your sunscreen.
No wrongdoing at WDM pool before death, officials say Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:17AMA West Des Moines aquatic center was properly staffed when a 5-year-old boy who later died was discovered floating face down, according to officials.
Woman dies after being caught underwater on Stillaguamish River Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:34AMShe was caught under a tangle of trees while floating the river on Saturday; another teen had to be rescued on Sunday.
Water skier injured at Millennium Park during championship ski event Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 1:11PMThe skier reportedly was unconscious in the water for a short time
Best South Florida Water Slides Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:08AMIf you want to cool off from South Florida's hot temperatures, do it slipping down a cool water slide. Here's a list of places to find them. Rapids Water Park, Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park, Pembroke Falls Aquatics Center, Larry and Penny Thompson Park and Castaway Island Water Playground at T.Y. Park.
Voyagers plan to land canoes on Monday Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 8:03AMA hundred or so modern-day voyagers will arrive Monday in Vancouver after five weeks on the Columbia River. Canoes carrying members of the 2011 David Thompson Columbia River Brigade are scheduled to arrive at Marine Park at 4 p.m. as they approach the end of their 1,040-mile adventure.
DNR hopes to double crews to refurbish its 85 state parks Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 4:18AMIowa's state parks are in line for some much-needed maintenance. | Map: Rating Iowa's state parks
Overnight Storms Cause Damage In Eastern SD Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 3:34AMBoats, boat lifts blown out of the water by strong winds along Lake Madison
Atlantis' 1st full day in orbit nearly perfect Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 12:22AMCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - The space shuttle Atlantis hasn't performed like a ship ready for retirement.
Vacationing in Ontario: Family trip to Niagara Falls proves all wet — in a good way (with video) Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 11:01PMMy oldest son, Nate, was dancing around his seat even before the dolphin, walrus and sea lion show officially began at the outdoor Marineland stadium.
Central Valley rivers are flowing stronger, faster, more fatally Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 8:36PMThere have been more deaths and injuries than emergency workers can recall in at least 10 years. Rivers known for raging are faster and colder. So are usually peaceful stretches of water. This hot, flat valley has a summertime pact with its rivers.
RECZONE: Meetings and Notices for July 10 Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 7:47PM-Carroll County Recreation and Parks is offering ZUMBA Fitness classes in Westminster on Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. and New Windsor on Mondays 7-8 p.m. Call 410-386-2103 or go to www.ccgovernment.carr.org/recreation.
A royal afternoon Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 3:39PMI was a small child the last time I visited the Royal Gorge, and I have a faded memory of peering down into it, and at the tiny stream of the Arkansas River below. In late May, I saw the Gorge again, this time from the opposite view. Copyright 2011 Vail Daily. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Vail Daily A ...
Summer in the City event moves to Kennedy Park Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 11:15AMThe second of the city of Coon Rapids’ Summer in the City annual neighborhood park meetings takes place next week.
Grand Rapids hostage to brother in Lansing: 'Can't talk, bad time' Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 7:17AMGunman Rodrick Shonte Dantzler held people hostage at this home before killing himself Thursday night in Grand Rapids. / CARLOS OSORIO/ASSOCIATED PRESS
Andover grad participates in concrete canoe competition Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 7:15AMMaking a concrete canoe float in water may sound impossible, but it can be done. Just ask Tim Setala of Andover.
Walk of the Week: Ness Country Park Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 3:40AMNess Country Park lies in the steep, wooded glen of the Burntollet Valley, an oasis of woodland southeast of Londonderry.
Weekend Local Schedule Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 1:15AMThe weekend schedule includes diverse events, from a 5K run to an arts festival to a class reunion.
Heavy Rains Flood Parts Of Adams County Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 12:52AMHeavy rains flooded parts of the metro area for a second straight day.
Kernels Homestand Preview: July 9-18 Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 7:43PMIt's a Party at the Park as the Kernels return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, July 9th for a nine game, 10-day home stand.
Whitewater rapids could come to Tulsa Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 6:35PMThere may soon be more options when it comes to water fun in Tulsa. A new project is in the works that could bring whitewater rapids to town.
Sensory event at Bunker Beach Water Park on Sunday Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:30AMBunker Beach Water Park in Coon Rapids will hold its second annual sensory event for people with mental and/or physical disabilities on Sunday, July 10. The goal of the event is to make Bunker Beach more accessible for kids who have special needs or disabilities.
River search comes up empty Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 9:05PMBy Steven Sandberg July 7, 2011 ROGUE RIVER, Ore., -- Search and Rescue teams spend more than four hours scouring the Rogue River in search of a possible body, but come up empty handed. Crews now think there may not have been a body in the water to begin with. Just before 3 p.m. Thursday, the Jackson County Sheriff's office got a call from a man living in the 6000 block of Rogue River Highway ...
Search Continues For Missing Canoeist Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:17PMFremont County deputies are still out searching for a Rexburg man who disappeared a week ago after he left on a canoe trip down the Henry's Fork River.
Storied ball fields up for $1.1M fix Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:54PMIf the Jimmy Lee athletic fields at the Oxford Community Center in St. Paul could talk, they would have lots of stories to tell about some famous athletes who once ran the bases there.
Hershey’s state track meet set for Saturday Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:03PMREXBURG — Around 300 athletes ages 7 to 14 will be competing for the Hershey’s Track and Field 2011 Meet state titles on Saturday at the old Madison High School track.
Search continues for missing Rexburg man in Henry's Fork Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 4:02PMISLAND PARK — So far, the search for John C. Bryner, 52, of Rexburg has come up empty, but Fremont County officials say efforts to find the missing canoeist will continue into the near future.
Live coverage: Police report 7 dead in Northeast Grand Rapids Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:26PMPolice have surrounded suspect Rodrick Dantzler, 34, in an house where he has at least one hostage.
Live coverage: 7 dead in Northeast Grand Rapids; suspect Rodrick Dantzler shoots himself Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:26PM• 1:25 a.m. Neighbors to quadruple murder scene on Brynell Court say, "we don't have things like this happen" here. Neighbors had gathered to mourn Thursday afternoon, but scattered in the evening when they got word of a manhunt and police chase that could be headed their way.
Captains Host Lugnuts for Three Games this Weekend Featuring Fireworks, Faith Night, Bike Night and Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:13PM(Eastlake, OH) - The Lake County Captains, 2010 Midwest League Champions and class A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians, return home for a brief three-game home stand beginning Saturday as the Lansing Lugnuts (Blue Jays affiliate) make their final appearance at Classic Park this season.