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Model warplanes will be flying high at AMA Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:16AMMUNCIE -- If it wasn't riding in the back of Gary Bussell's van, you'd think it was a real Supermarine Mk ll Spitfire.
Vote for your favorite set of vintage wheels at fundraiser Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:42PMPOPLAR GROVE — The Poplar Grove Vintage Wings & Wheels Museum is replacing its annual fundraising dinner with the Vintage Wheels Show — an all-day fundraiser focused on vintage modes of transportation.
Model plane to honor heroic Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:52PMEvery time Dennis Dudley looked at the model plane in the display case honoring local hero Maj. Robert "Buster" Sipes, he would vow to replace the replica with a bigger and more detailed F-101 Voodoo model jet.
Kickstarter Helps Local Arts Promoters Get Their Projects Off The Ground Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 7:08PMAn image from Hartford cafe La Paloma Sabanera. The picture is on Luis Cotto's Kickstarter profile page. He says it captures To do this, Riggio posted a profile at Kickstarter.com . Probably the biggest (virtual) social network devoted to arts fundraising, Kickstarter allows artists (or, in Kickstarter speak, “project starters”) an outlet to promote themselves and solicit donations in tasteful ...
Family Fun calendar -- Aug. 19-26 Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:54AMThe site preserves the 1882 Muir House, a 14-room mansion where naturalist John Muir lived from 1890 to his death in 1914. Also part of the site is the historic Martinez Adobe, where the two downstairs rooms have exhibits about John Muir, the Martinez family and early California history, and Mount Wanda, a 325-acre tract of oak woodland and grassland historically owned by the Muir family.
Fundraising For A Park At The Greenville Downtown Airport (KGMU) Underway Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:14AMDonated Land Has A Great View Of Airport Activity The Greenville Airport Commission voted this week to start a fundraising effort to build a park near the soon-to-open, Runway Cafe which they hope will become a place to go and watch the airplanes fly.
Consumer Group Says DOT Data Shows That 3 Hour Rule Works For Passengers Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:13AMReport Shows Only 3 Airplanes On The Tarmac Over Three Hours In June FlyersRights.org says that the latest official DOT data refutes claims by airlines that the 3 Hour Rule is causing cancellations and not helping passengers. According to the most recent report, last year in June there were 268 tarmac delays of over 3 hours. This year in June there were 3.
Family Fun calendar, July 29-Aug. 5 Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 2:56PMThe site preserves the 1882 Muir House, a 14-room mansion where naturalist John Muir lived from 1890 to his death in 1914. Also part of the site is the historic Martinez Adobe, where the two downstairs rooms have exhibits about John Muir, the Martinez family and early California history, and Mount Wanda, a 325-acre tract of oak woodland and grassland historically owned by the Muir family.
MUSIC AT THE ZOO Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:15PMLehigh Valley Zoo in Schnecksville will hold a wild celebration 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Air show in full flight over weekend Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 4:56PMISCHUA — The 33rd Annual S.T.A.R.S. Air Show and Rally was in full flight this past weekend at the Cattaraugus County Airport, 5420 Hatch Hill Road, Ischua.
Geoengineering model: Solar-radiation management could have unwanted regional impacts Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 8:48PMBy Richard A. [More]
Magellan Models Launches Newly Redesigned Website Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 3:00AMMagellan Models has launched a dramatically redesigned website with leading edge design, enhanced navigation, detailed product information, and bold new colors. Magellan Models is a leading source for wooden desktop airplane models, model ships, diecast model airplanes, and diecast model cars.
Doing Away with 'Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell' Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 2:08AMHow UCSB’s Palm Center is winning the war against gay discrimination in the American military.
There's still time to audition for She Loves Me' Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 4:00AMThe Damascus Theatre Company holds auditions for its fall show, "She Loves Me," from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday at The Academy of Fine Arts, 8451 Helgerman Court in Gaithersburg.
The Secret Film of the CIA Supersonic Spy Plane's First Flight [Airplanes] Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 12:39AM# airplanes This declassified Lockheed Martin video shows the first flight of the A-12, the super-secret spy plane precursor of the SR-71 Blackbird . Only 15 were made under the CIA's OXCART program. The story of this technological wonder is fascinating. More »
Planes over El Dorado Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 12:16PMSeveral plane enthusiasts gathered at the El Dorado Airport to fly and enjoy big scale model airplanes.
Petaluma man's model life Sunday, June 20, 2010 @ 6:11PMBy CHRIS SMITH THE PRESS DEMOCRAT Ex-Marine and Hollywood model maker Mike Fulmer has earned accolades from the best in the movie world. These days, war injuries keep him close to home, but he still does what he loves on a much smaller scale.
Open for Business Saturday, June 19, 2010 @ 11:18PMHobbyist turns life’s passion into new shop
Father's Day Fly-In Takes Off Saturday, June 19, 2010 @ 11:08PMThe 44th annual Father's Day Fly-In at the Columbia Airport was a huge success.
Model airplane championship brings pilots, spectators from around the world to Muncie Monday, June 14, 2010 @ 1:21AMThe on-and-off rain this weekend did not stop planes and helicopters from racing around the Academy of Model Aeronautics in Muncie and competing to win in this year’s International Extreme Flight Competition.
Emerging artists Beckett, Burton, Moss present engaging art work Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 12:09PMAt ArtSpring’s Bateman Gallery this week, three islanders have grouped together in what can be called a thinking man’s show. For Joshua Beckett, Jacob Burton and Robert Moss, the concept is key.
Fun-Filled Days Saturday, May 22, 2010 @ 9:00AM Meridian is the place to be this weekend — the Key Brothers Diamond Anniversary Air Show, the King Crawdad Festival and The Spinners will all be keeping our community busy with the wide range of talents and performances.
Sharkskin For Airplanes, Ships And Wind Energy Plants Thursday, May 20, 2010 @ 3:13PMImage Caption: Yvonne Wilke, Dr. Volkmar Stenzel and Manfred Peschka engineered a paint system that can reduce the flow resistance of airplanes and ships. That saves fuel. (© Fraunhofer / Dirk Mahler)
Library displays Mount Airy man's model ships Wednesday, May 19, 2010 @ 11:44PMModel shipbuilder Larry Valett shows off some of his creations, such as this model of the 1585 San Francesco, at the Mount Airy Library on May 13.
Brazilian mag’s take on A-B InBev takeover Tuesday, May 4, 2010 @ 1:28PMSeems like everyone in the beer world is talking — in low, hushed voices — about a Brazilian business magazine’s story on the A-B InBev merger and fallout.
Coeur d'Alene Press Tuesday, April 27, 2010 @ 9:32AMArthur Paul Boursse passed away at his home surrounded by family and friends in Coeur d’Alene on April 22, 2010. He was born in Seattle, Wash., Feb. 1, 1920, to Stanley Felix Boursse and Anna Kusinska.
When Will We Be Able to Build Brains Like Ours? Monday, April 26, 2010 @ 11:12PMWhen physicists puzzle out the workings of some new part of nature, that knowledge can be used to build devices that do amazing things -- airplanes that fly, radios that reach millions of listeners. When we come to understand how brains function, we should become able to build amazing devices with cognitive abilities -- such as cognitive cars that are better at driving than we are because they ...
U.S. Strategy Against Mexican Drug Cartels: Flawed and Uncertain Monday, April 26, 2010 @ 5:17PMAbstract: Mexican drug cartels virtually rule large parts of Mexico , with violence and murder spilling across the U.S. border.
Airlines lose $1.7 billion, ash blame game begins Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 10:40AMAirlines lose $1.7 billion, ask for compensation for losses from over 100,000 canceled flights
Up in Smoke: Ash Could Cost Airlines Nearly $2B Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 10:07AMBlame Game Begins over Europe's Handling of Airspace as Flights Resume After 6-Day Hiatus
Airlines Lose $1.7B, Ash Blame Game Begins Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 9:35AMAirlines lost at least $1.7 billion in revenue during the volcanic ash crisis, an industry group says, as the debate heats up over European governments' handling of a week of airspace closures.
Airlines lose $1.7B from cancelled flights Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 9:25AMAirlines lost at least $1.7 billion in revenue during the volcanic ash crisis, an industry group said Wednesday as the debate heated up over European governments’ handling of a week of airspace closures.
Airlines lose $1.7 billion, ash blame game begins Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 9:10AMBERLIN — Airlines lost at least $1.
Airlines lose $1.7 billion from 100,000 canceled trips Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 8:57AMBERLIN (AP) — Airlines lost at least $1.7 billion during the volcanic ash crisis, the industry said Wednesday as air controllers lifted all restrictions on German airspace, paving the way for more flights into some of Europe's busiest airports.
Volcano Releases Chokehold On Europe Air Travel Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 8:15AMAir controllers lifted all restrictions on German airspace on Wednesday, paving the way for more flights into one of Europe's busiest airports. Airlines announced they had lost at least $1.7 billion and criticized government actions during the volcanic ash crisis.
Airlines lose $1.7 billion from 100,000 canceled trips Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 8:14AMAirlines lost at least $1.7 billion during the volcanic ash crisis, the industry said today as air controllers lifted all restrictions on German airspace, paving the way for more flights into some of Europe's busiest airports.
Volcanic ash cloud costs airlines $1.7 billion, Germany airspace restrictions lifted Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 7:47AMAir controllers lifted all restrictions on German airspace on Wednesday, paving the way for more flights into one of Europe's busiest airports. Airlines announced they had lost at least $1.7 billion and criticized government actions during the volcanic as.
A bat outta Hell: the ISINGLASS Mach 22 follow-on to OXCART Monday, April 12, 2010 @ 9:37AMIn the 1960s the intelligence community sought to develop reconnaissance aircraft that could fly higher and faster over the Soviet Union. Dwayne Day describes one such concept: a rocket-powered vehicle nearly capable of achieving orbit.
SILVER NEWS Thursday, April 1, 2010 @ 3:08AM"The case has never been better for having a position in precious metals as a store of value," says Mike Niehuser, founder of Beacon Rock Research, LLC, especially in light increasing amounts of government debt. Interview with The Gold Report.
Mayfield resident wins state championship with vintage snowmobile Tuesday, March 30, 2010 @ 11:50PMBY NANCY ELLIOTT ANGELLOTTI MAYFIELD TWP. — Vintage might mean old, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be cutting edge and a whole lot of fun. Each winter, enthusiasts take to the ice for some serious racing on their vintage snowmobiles. read more
Saginaw River Marine Historical Society's 'Show and Tell' meeting Saturday to feature maritime models Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 8:49AMJohn Ehlke | The Bay City TimesNeil Moore, 80, of Bangor Township, is one of several area model builders who will display his work on Saturday during the the annual 'Show and Tell' meeting of the Saginaw River Marine Historical...
Inventive Progress, Part 2 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:02AMFor thousands of years under the Old World concept of a static economy operating under bureaucratic control, human beings lived in hunger, filth, and disease. They worked ceaselessly at backbreaking drudgery to keep life in wretched bodies.
Hewitt on Europe Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 6:17AMAn EMF? Hard to set up and no cure for euro woes
Quake may have shifted Earth's axis, shortened day Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:17PMThe 8.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Chile on Feb. 27 was so powerful it may have tipped Earth's axis and shortened the length of a day, scientists at NASA say.
Meissner's Auction Saturday, February 27th 438 NY Route 20, New Lebanon, NY 12125 Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:16PMA weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.
Sealing away 10 years of cityhood Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 12:31AMEd Keema’s Franklin ranch doesn’t smell much like dairy cows lately. These days, the land where he and his wife raised cows for decades smells more like a carpenter’s workshop.
US luge teams settles on suits for Vancouver Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 5:24AMSAN DIEGO (AP) — The U.S. luge team settled on a racing suit Wednesday for the Vancouver Olympics, choosing one made by Toronto-based Karbon Apparel after testing four different suits at the San Diego Low Speed Wind Tunnel.
US luge teams settles on suits for Vancouver Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 4:41AMSAN DIEGO - The U.S. luge team settled on a racing suit Wednesday for the Vancouver Olympics, choosing one made...
Today’s ethanol plant is tomorrow’s ‘biorefinery’: Greenfield Ethanol’s Bob Gallant Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 2:38PMATHENS — Don’t think of a modern ethanol plant like the Johnstown facility as a mere producer of green energy from corn kernels. That’s only the first step.
Your Family Decorator: Palm Beach area restaurants serve up lots of style Friday, January 29, 2010 @ 2:49PMPalm Beach and its immediate vicinity have so much to offer restaurant-wise, and with each establishment comes a different flavor of decoration and interior design. Here is a rundown of a few restaurant "flavors" not to miss.