Historical Museum Coming to Corydon
The historical society in Harrison County are planning on making the old jail in Corydon, Indiana into a historical museum. The reason they want to do this is because Harrison County is the only county that does not have one and there is a lot of history in Corydon. They also have some other projects they are working on including a driving tour.
Military Send Off for a Burma Road Army Veteran
Robert Holmes of Turtle Creek PA/ Andover Ohio passed away in early April of 2011. Bob was in the US Army during WWII . He served in India, Burma and China during the Burma Campaign. He operated bulldozers to build the Ledo and Burma Roads , flew to kick out cargo deliveries parachuted to troops when the road was impassable, engaged in combat to defend the road to make it passable and drove its tortuous 1,434 mile round trips in trucks when the road was clear. He was severely burned by a fuel fire trying to save the precious load from destruction and had frequent and numerous recurrences of malaria during his 2 years in that theater of war.
Few if any today can understand the effort and personal sacrifice demanded at the time and under great duress to body mind and spirit. For that we are forever indebted to Bob Holmes and his Burma Road comrades. Without who's bravery and hard work greater harm to the people of mainland Asia and beyond would have been nearly impossible to prevent.
Mr. Holmes returned to civilian life to drive the roads of America hauling freight and later operating his own freight company later in life.
Bob's whole life spoke of amazing accomplishments at an early age. His enterprise and belief that work had it's rewards is an inspiration and example to those open to possibilities such activity can bring.
Robert loved flying, airplanes and boating. he was an avid model RC plane builder.
The Burma Road is still in use 6 decades later.
Bob suffered a severe stroke yet carried on for more than a decade doing his necessary exercises and serving as an inspiration of courage, decorum and spirit for others until the day he died. he never gave up.
A gentleman and a gutsy guy.
He was buried in Andover Ohio where he had a long history.
W.Adrian D'Alessio 04/08/2011
Many Thanks to the Jamestown PA post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
Apologies for the camera work it's hard to grieve and hold a shot at the same time.
Learn The Mysterious Story Of Indiana's 'Moon Tree'
Full Story: A tree on the statehouse lawn has quite the story behind it. Why this tree is the subject of so much attention.
Everglades of the North: The Grand Kankakee Marsh - promo
This is a short promo for an upcoming documentary.
For further information please contact:
Pat Wisniewski (219) 508-7364 or Brian Kallies (773) 610-5819 or Jeff Manes (219) 775-3038 or Tom Desch (773) 837-1915
The Whitewater Canal
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The Whitewater Canal in West Harrison, Indiana.
Detroit Zoo Full Tour - Royal Oak, Michigan
The Detroit Zoo is a zoo located in Royal Oak and Huntington Woods, Michigan, about 2 miles (3.2 km) north of the Detroit city limits, at the intersection of Woodward Avenue, 10 Mile Road, and Interstate 696. It is operated by the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS), a non-profit organization, along with the Belle Isle Nature Center, located within the city limits of Detroit on Belle Isle. The Detroit Zoo is one of Michigan's largest family attractions, hosting more than 1.5 million visitors annually. Situated on 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits, it is home to more than 2,400 animals representing 235 species. The Detroit Zoo was the first zoo in the United States to use barless exhibits extensively.
Habitats:
National Amphibian Conservation Center
The National Amphibian Conservation Center is a $7 million, 12,000-square-foot facility situated on a two-acre Michigan wetland area and pond called Amphibiville. The center, which opened in June 2000, has a diverse range of frogs, toads, salamanders, newts and caecilians. The Wall Street Journal dubbed the attraction Disneyland for toads. The National Amphibian Conservation Center participates in research and conservation efforts for species including the Panamanian golden frog, Puerto Rican crested toad, and Wyoming toad.
The Arctic Ring of Life
The 4-acre Arctic Ring of Life, which opened in October 2001, is home to two polar bears, gray seals, a harbor seal and arctic foxes. It is among the largest polar bear habitats in North American zoos.
Cotton Family Wetlands and Boardwalk
Mimicking a Michigan ecosystem, the 1.7-acre pond and wetlands area and accompanying 7,200-square-foot boardwalk is home to native fish, frogs, turtles and birds as well as the zoo's trumpeter swans. The boardwalk itself is made from a 95-percent recycled wood-alternative decking material called Trex, composed primarily of plastic grocery bags and reclaimed hardwood. The Wetlands and Boardwalk are bounded by Amphibiville, the Warchol Beaver Habitat, the Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat, and the Holden Reptile Conservation Center.
Thanks to a $102,350 grant from NOAA, the Wetlands are also able to be used as professional development and outdoor classroom for teachers and students underrepresented in science fields.
Cotton Family Wolf Wilderness
The Cotton Family Wolf Wilderness is a $1.4 million two-acre sanctuary that features native meadows and trees, a flowing stream and pond, dens, and elevated rock outcroppings from which two gray wolves survey their surroundings. The habitat also incorporates a renovated historic log cabin which had existed on the property.
Giraffe Encounter
At the Giraffe Encounter, guests are able to feed the giraffes from an 18-foot-tall platform that extends into their habitat. This experience, which started in July 2007, runs Tuesday through Sunday from spring through fall.
The Great Apes of Harambee
The Great Apes of Harambee is a 4-acre indoor/outdoor habitat home to chimpanzees and western lowland gorillas. The animals may be rotated into each other's habitat spaces, as this simulates nomadic movement similar to wild behavior.
Holden Reptile Conservation Center
Opened as the Holden Museum of Living Reptiles in 1960, the Holden Reptile Conservation Center is home to 150 reptiles representing 70 species, 45 percent of which are considered threatened or endangered in the wild.
Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat
The Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat provides a habitat for five river otters and features a 5,900-gallon pool complete with waterfall and waterslide. The pool is enclosed on one side by a glass wall, on the other side of which is an observation building. The habitat is designed so that visitors – including small children – can enjoy an eye-level view of the otters as they swim.
The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) can weigh 20-30 pounds, and its slender, cylindrical body can reach 2–3 feet in length. The aquatic mammal sports short, dense, waterproof fur and profuse whiskers. The playful river otter is swift on land as well as in the water, though its loping trot can look somewhat ungainly compared to its graceful slide through the water.
Polk Penguin Conservation Center
The Polk Penguin Conservation Center (PPCC), opened in April 2016. The Polk Penguin Conservation Center is the largest center for penguins in the world and was awarded the 2017 Exhibit Award by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, given annually to accredited zoos and aquariums for excellence in exhibit design.
The Wildlife Interpretive Gallery
The Wildlife Interpretive Gallery is home to the Butterfly Garden, Matilda Wilson Free-Flight Aviary, Science On a Sphere, as well as DZS's permanent fine art collection. Shelle Isle, an exhibit dedicated to the partula snail- a once-extinct animal the DZS is credited with saving.
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John Hay Center - Salem, Indiana - Part 2: Pioneer Town
This video talks about the John Hay Center and Museum for the Washington County, Indiana Historical Society, their pioneer town, and my experience there.
(AV17538) Caught in the Middle: America's Heartland in the Age of Globalism
Description: Caught in the Middle: America's Heartland in the Age of Globalism
Lecturer: Richard Longworth
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At Lens old school: Howe Indiana June 2013
I went to school here for a year as a pre-teen...
Fort Turman, Indiana Territory, 1810-1816
This video presents the history of Fort Turman, located in Turman Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. The United States Army expanded the blockhouse constructed in 1810 by Benjamin Turman and his sons. A large military installation, Fort Turman played an important role in the network of defensive outposts established in Indiana during the War of 1812. Fort Turman became the headquarters for scouts and spies and served as a garrison for rangers patrolling the Ontario and Wea Trails.
Indiana Newsdesk May 26, 2017 | Lake Lemon & Circus
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Parts of Lake Lemon is gradually getting shallower. Ahead, what’s causing the problem, what solutions are being discussed and who might have to foot the bill if Lake Lemon is going to be preserved?
Plus, with an audit in progress and an FBI investigation underway, the Utilities District of Western Indiana approves a number of changes to improve transparency and attempt to regain the confidence of ratepayers.
And, the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey circus held its final performance this month. Why some are concerned what it will mean for the circus industry while others say the circus is alive and well, especially in Indiana.
Those stories plus the latest news headlines from across the state right now on Indiana Newsdesk.
Large rattlesnake startles Florida birdwatchers
A Bartow couple on a birdwatching trip came across something that really ruffled their feathers: A 6-foot, 100-pound diamondback rattlesnake.
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PBS March 31-April 6, 2013, #2124 - Texas Parks and Wildlife [Official]
Texas Parks & Wildlife PBS Show #2124
March 31-April 6, 2013
Tracking dinosaur tracks; Texas Parks and Wildlife fire team leader Jeff Sparks; biking, hiking and fishing at Cleburne State Park; film history from the 1970s; squirrel hunting, a fading tradition; abstract patterns in water.
Original air dates March 24-30, 2013.
For stations and air times
Illinois Adventure #1901 Giant City Lodge and State Park
With its breathtaking natural beauty and unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation, a trip to Giant City State Park near Carbondale is sure to delight visitors of all ages. From camping and horseback riding to fishing and rappelling, it’s an outdoor lover’s paradise. Visitors will marvel at the many wilderness trails. Especially popular is a hike on Giant City Nature Trail, home of the Giant City Streets huge bluffs of sandstone formed 12,000 years ago.
Nestled in the Shawnee National Forest, just minutes south of Carbondale, the Union / Jackson county park was named for the unique impressions made by its massive sandstone structures. Eons of geological faulting and folding have molded a landscape like none other, which is now clothed in lush garments of fern, moss, large flowering mints, hundreds of species of wild flowers and 75-plus varieties of towering trees. The natural splendor of Giant City has made it a renowned retreat that attracts more than 1.2 million visitors annually.
The rustic beauty of the Giant City Lodge creates an atmosphere unparalleled in southern Illinois. Although the lodge has been expanded and remodeled, great care has been taken to preserve the multi-hued sandstone and white oak timbers used in the initial 1930s construction. Many original furnishings and decorations have been restored and are used throughout the lodge.
Three types of cabins are available to accommodate overnight guests. All offer forest views have unique features and have been fully restored. Twelve historic cabins are one-room units; 18 prairie cabins are two-room units; and four bluff cabins, the largest and most scenic, can conveniently house a family of six.
The Bald Knob dining room, with seating for 170, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and has a reputation for excellent food at a reasonable price. It is especially well-known for its family-style, home-fried chicken.
The lodge also features a gift shop, cocktail lounge and bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s pool.
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Camp Rabideau
In the northwoods east of Bemidji stands Camp Rabideau National Historic Site, one of only two surviving camps of the Civilian Conservation Corps where unemployed young men were put to work restoring the white pine forests of northern Minnesota and learning trades that would change their lives.
Production funding provided by the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund and by the members of Prairie Public.
About the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund
In 2008, Minnesota voters passed a landmark piece of legislation — the Minnesota Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment — which provided funding to public television stations serving audiences in Minnesota. Its mission is to help preserve and document the treasures of culture, history, and heritage that make Minnesota special, and to increase access to the natural and cultural resources we all share.
Flooding Destroys Homes in Wisconsin
PlusFlooding Destroys Homes in WisconsinFlooding Destroys Homes in WisconsinThe Associated PressFloodwaters washed away four houses and threatened dams in Wisconsin Monday. An embankment that formed the side of Lake Delton failed, sending the water poured out into a nearby neighborhood and into the Wisconsin River. (June 9)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] [Notes:start with vids of house washing away]Parts of Wisconsin are under a state of emergency as rising flood waters do some major damage.Some of the most dramatic effects can be seen here.((Laura Moffit: It's just amazing to see the difference. This used to be full of water but now it's just sand bars.))An embankment was in place to hold back the man-made lake, but it gave out under pressure...sending nearly all the water from Lake Delton into the Wisconsin River.At least 4 homes were swept away in the process.Lake Delton...which is surrounded by about 20 resorts...is one of the state's main tourist attractions.((Moffit: This has been around for years. I grew up as a kid coming here for vacation from Chicago...It's very sad.))No injuries have been reported at this point, but residents have been encouraged to evacuate.Wisconsin's governor says the state will do everything it can make sure the area is restored quickly.
Dan Connaghan - July 7, 2011
interview of Dan Connaghan regarding Beaver Island, July 7th, 2011. Father Dan discusses family, immigration, and life on Beaver Island. Photo credit to marinas.com, 2013
Jack Crowner (1932-2014)
Renowned farm broadcaster Jack Crowner died Thursday, February 27, 2014 at the age of 81. Jack was a veteran of over 60 years in Farm Broadcasting. He owned and operated the FARM SERVICE RADIO NETWORK, serving radio stations in Kentucky, Indiana, and nearby states providing farm news and information daily over local rural radio stations that provide necessary farm and market information to their listeners.
Jack served as Farm Director for WAVE stations in Louisville, WMT stations in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and television stations in Evansville, Indiana and Lexington, Kentucky for over 30 years. He also served as the Executive Secretary of the Kentucky Beef Cattle Association from 1977 to 1981. He also served as Senior Farm Director for WHAS-Radio and for the Kentucky News Network.
Jack was raised on a dairy and hog farm in DeWitt, Michigan, and graduated from Michigan State University in 1955 with a degree in Broadcasting. He was an early participant in the International Farm Youth Exchange, living and working on farms in New Zealand during 1953 and 1954. After college, he received a U.S. Air Force commission and served on active duty in the Alaskan territory. Jack retired as Lt. Colonel after 26 years in the Air Force Reserve, and had served as President of the National Guard Association of Kentucky. In 1970, Jack served as President of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters (NAFB), and in 1990 was named National Farm Broadcaster of the Year. In 2004, Jack was inducted into the NAFB Hall of Fame in Kansas City. He is a four-time winner of the Kentucky Farm Bureau Communications Award. In 2008, Jack was inducted into the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame.
In 1985, Jack returned to New Zealand and Australia for a current look at farming overseas, and in 1986, he was invited to travel to Russia with the first team of farm journalists to visit many of the farming regions and see Russian farming first-hand.
He has also toured farming areas in Japan, Brazil, Argentina with farmers, and in 1990, he returned to Russia with another group of farmers and journalists to examine the changes in Russian agriculture after the fall of Communism.
Jack served as announcer for the National Farm Machinery Show, Kentucky State Fair, North American International Livestock Expo and for over 30 years served as the auctioneer of the Grand Champion country ham at the Kentucky State Fair. Jack served for 20 years as a Director for Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company. He also served as the Public Director of Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, including the states of Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Isaac Brings Flooding, High Winds to Biloxi
Tropical Storm Isaac moves through the Gulf Coast, bringing floods and high winds. WSJ's Cameron McWhirter reports from Biloxi, Miss. via WorldStream.
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