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EPA Mandate Taxes Maryland Residents on Rainfall – Really!

Robert J Wright — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 03:01:54 +0000

The State of Maryland will soon begin taxing residents in nine counties on the amount of rain that falls on their properties. The move, which stems from a recent EPA ruling that declared runoff from rain a pollutant, will tax citizens on the amount of water that is not absorbed because of rooftops, driveways, parking [...]

Annual Plant Sale Set for This Saturday

Robert and Erin — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:42:40 +0000

I love getting my hands dirty and getting some new plants in the ground in the spring. Now that our cold spell has rolled through, this could be a great weekend for planting. The Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners are having their annual plant sale this Saturday. You can find all kinds of perennials, shade plants, [...]

Robert J Wright's East Coast Friends Survive Storm Nemo

Robert and Erin — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:08:33 +0000

Given the dire predictions of record snowfall from weekend storm Nemo, I made it a point to check in through the day with my friends who make their homes on the America’s east coast. ‘Seemed like a regular winter storm’, said my longtime friend, NBC Sports director Drew Esocoff., ‘But then the wind started blowing.!’ [...]

Shreveport's Coldest Weather

Robert and Erin — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:00:54 +0000

Winter is making up for it's late start (remember those 70 degree days in November) with a vengeance with numerous cloudy, cold days and quite a few dips below the freezing mark. In fact, frigid temps are with us now - and the next few days - and we're looking at a chance of freezing rain, sleet and snow flurries

New Jersey Seeking Goats to Rid Seaside Park of Poison Ivy

Mary Martin — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 16:48:26 +0000

Seaside Park, New Jersey, apparently inspired by the old Tex Avery “Billy Boy” cartoon, is looking for a few good goats to solve its poison ivy problem. The Barnegat Bay shore is overrun by the toxic plant, but due to environmental regulations the ivy cannot be removed by tradition methods of burning or poisoning. Enter [...]

Reporter Completely Melts Down While Reporting on the Heat

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 19:00:15 +0000

One of the ways a local TV news reporter can distinguish himself is through his coverage of an extreme weather event.

WATE 6 News Knoxville reporter Mike Krafcik was given that opportunity when he was assigned to the heatwave which struck the Tennessee city earlier this month.

What Are America's Cleanest and Dirtiest Beaches?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:00:43 +0000

If you’re planning a waterfront vacation, it may alarm you to know that a new report reveals sewage and storm water pollution in beaches across the US could put your health at risk — and you might be surprised to learn which beaches are the cleanest.

Jennifer Lopez's Finger Dance App

Steve King — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 21:00:07 +0000

Jennifer Lopez isn't Forbes' most powerful celebrity for nothing. Ms. Lopez is an entrepreneur, a Mom, singer, TV celebrity, movie actress, Spanish-language talk show host and famous dancer.

So while she is still a judge on "American Idol" and preparing for a world tour with Enrique Iglasias, and taking care

Have You Ever Wondered Where Tornadoes Happen Most? [IMAGE]

Steve King — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:07:58 +0000

Using official data from the U.S. government's weather tracking services, John Nelson has created a map that illustrates where and how often local tornadoes have hit over the past 56 years. Notice the brightness of the neon lines? The brighter that line, the stronger the storm. Interesting how the strongest storms are not over the Ark-La-Tex, isn't it?

Moon Over Shreveport Bossier And World![GALLERY]

Robert and Erin — Sun, 06 May 2012 21:57:44 +0000

The Moon was spectacular on Saturday night. It was full and closer to the earth than we will probably ever see in our lifetimes. Did you get to check it out?

And my pics are ok, but check out these amazing photos of the Super Moon:

Super Moon 2012, which occurred Saturday night, was not a sight to be missed, even if you were too busy drinking your Cinco de Mayo margaritas. This natural phenomenon is the one time a year when the moon is closer to the earth than ever, making it appear 30 percent brighter and 14 percent bigger. It also makes us stare off into space and go, “Whoah!?”

White House Christmas Tree Dies: Bad Omen for Obama?

Elaine Etheridge — Sun, 06 May 2012 12:00:26 +0000

The Associated Press is reporting that the National Christmas Tree planted near the White House has died during a transplanting operation. It’s now being removed after passing away from “transplant shock.” It was the Colorado blue spruce the President had retrieved during a covert operation conducted at a New Jersey tree farm last year. We’re [...]

Why Buy, When You Can Grow Your Own Mushrooms

Mary Martin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:22:11 +0000

ABC 7, Youtube
I admit that I am not a fan of the fungi, but my husband LOVES mushrooms. He begs me to saute some mushrooms just for him when I'm cooking dinner. However, I almost always forget to buy mushrooms when I go shopping. I happened to see on The Chew today a story about Back to the Roots, a grow your own mushroom kit made from used coffee grounds.

100 Family Garden Challenge at Shreveport Earth Day Fest

Mary Martin — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 18:33:06 +0000

Earth Day is April 22nd, but on April 21st you’ll be able to get a jump start on Earth Day with the 5th Annual Earth Day Fest at Sankofa Gardens in Shreveport. Sankofa Vision, Inc. presents the 5th Annual Earth Day Fest at Sankofa Gardens on April 21, 2012, from 9:30 AM to 2 PM. [...]

Have Your Say When It Comes To A Statewide Long-Term Ground Water Plan

Rick Taylor — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 05:02:18 +0000

The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Office of Conservation will host a series of public meetings in November to provide information on the state’s past and current ground water resources management practices and the draft recommendations for a state ground water plan.

Statewide Burn Ban Update

Rick Taylor — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 05:02:00 +0000

A statewide burn ban is still in affect at this time. The statewide burn ban is issued by the Commissioner of Agriculture and State Fire Marshal’s Office. Bossier Parish is in constant contact with the Department of Agriculture and the State Fire Marshal’s Office regarding burn bans. The State Fire Marshal’s Office will be requesting information [...]

Sam's Club & Super Target Join Parking Lots This Week, Finally

Rick Taylor — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:04:52 +0000

The wait for shoppers seeking an easier way to maneuver between Sam’s Club and Target on Youree Drive ends Thursday with the opening of the much-anticipated crossover connecting the megastores. Mayor Cedric Glover will host a formal opening at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 3, at the site long known for generating headaches for motorists and [...]

Duck Pond Clean-Up This Weekend, Volunteers Needed

Rick Taylor — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:04 +0000

This Saturday, November 5th, at 8:30 am, a group of local volunteers working with a private land’s biologist will host a cleanup for the duck pond, located on East Kings Hwy between Reily Lane and Shreveport Barksdale Highway. Students and faculty from Centenary College, the Bayou Chapter of the Ozarks, A Better Shreveport, Louisiana Department [...]

Mayor Holds Final Public Meeting On Streets

Rick Taylor — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:19:24 +0000

Mayor Cedric Glover will host a public meeting Thursday, October 20th, to present details about his plan to “Fix Shreveport’s Streets Now!’’Thursday’s meeting is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Randle T. Moore Community Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave. Last week’s public meeting attracted a modest crowd but generated questions ranging from the materials [...]

Meet, Eat & Greet Downtown This Friday At 'Lunch On The Lawn'

Rick Taylor — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:09:34 +0000

Sunshine, blue skies and mild temps will mark the second of six Metro PCS Lunch on the Lawn concerts this Friday, October 21st. Live music by The Matthew Davidson Band will kick off at 11:45 am and go until 1 pm. Come with a brown bag or purchase from the many vendors selling everything from [...]

NWLA Master Gardeners Cookbook – Dig In 2, Is Out

Rick Taylor — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:56:23 +0000

You’ve come to expect the unique and hard to find plants and bulbs when it comes to the Master Gardener’s offerings at their annual sales. In keeping with this tradition of unique and hard to find comes the second in a series of Master Gardener’s cook books, DIG IN 2. Gems of recipes that have been [...]