Today's Best Bets Jun 19, 2009
The Theatre Fire is an indie folk band from Texas with an eclectic sound that will appeal to fans of A Hawk and a Hacksaw. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Friday, June 19, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Experience These Engaging Life Lines -- New Book Featured At 2009 Frankfurt International Book Fair Offers Poems About Life's Changing Events Inspired by the Author's Experiences and Insights Jun 19, 2009
An inveterate animal lover, she lives with two dogs and two cats (indoors), as well as a host of wild birds including two hawks, the odd group of bunnies and a multitude of squirrels and chipmunks, as well as the occasional raccoon or coyote (outdoors). Life Lines * by Dezarae Dunsmuir Publication Date: June 16, 2009 Trade Paperback; $45. (Primezone Releases)
Green Space: It's a bird - it's a bee - no, it's a hummingbird moth Jun 19, 2009
A member of the hawk moths, hornworms and sphinx moths family ... The five-spotted hawk moth is one of the largest and its larvae are known as the familiar tomato hornworm. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Nature's Ways: Quiet times Jun 19, 2009
There s an occasional ruckus as crows or jays mob a hawk or each other. There s also a ruckus when they try to rob a nest of either eggs or baby birds but otherwise the landscape is a much quieter place than it was just a few weeks ago. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Forget the necktie: Give Dad the gift of adventure Jun 18, 2009
Day four will see him strafing mountains and pulling Gs in a Hunter Hawk fighter jet. If he hasnt had a heart attack by then, hell go shark diving on day five, explore the Kalahari Desert on days six and seven, ATV-ing on days eight, nine and ten, and end his thrill-seeking adventure with a walking safari led by Zu/'hoasi Bushmen trackers. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Natural selection Jun 18, 2009
In his journal, Darwin commented on the birds extreme tameness, saying: A gun is here almost superfluous; for with the muzzle I pushed a hawk off the branch of a tree. Today, cheeky mockingbirds peck at tourists waterbottles and the only shooting is done with a camera. (iAfrica.com)
John Rupkey: There are lots of varmints on Latsch Jun 18, 2009
Among the other animals I have seen on Latsch Island are the following: eagles, crows, deer, toads, frogs, fireflies, dragonflies, a family of red foxes, grackles, geese, northern water snakes, garter snakes, orioles, finches, juncos, mice, ants, beetles, worms, hawks, owls, mourning doves, squirrels, skunks, bats, woodpeckers, clever little river otters, rabbits, hummingbirds, wasps, hornets, bees, turtles, turkeys, sparrows, starlings, butterflies, mayflies, cicadas, wolf spiders, fishing... (Winona Daily News, MN)
White House refuses to release visitor logs Jun 17, 2009
BIRDS OF A FEATHER - A red-tailed hawk took off from the stone eagle perched above the Eisenhower Executive Office Building yesterday in Washington. (Haraz N. Ghanbari/Associated Press) June 17, 2009. (Boston Globe)
Hudson's JFK Middle School tackles the big questions Jun 16, 2009
Sami Fallon: If I could change places with a famous person for a day I would change places with the famous skateboarder, Tony Hawk. Even though I am a girl, I would change places with Tony Hawk, because currently I don t skateboard and would love to be able to someday. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Montana author's ‘Magpie Genesis' proves magical journey Jun 16, 2009
At one point, Anna hands a packet of herbs to Crow mystic Takes the Hawk in what is "almost like a state ceremony, watching these two old people passing magic between them." The appreciation for diverse cultures flows both ways as Black Bird Shows "stood silently, observing these Irish mourning customs for the first time ... yet finding a remarkable number of similarities to those of his own tribe." The powers accorded to members of Aisling's family are as varied as the individuals and have... (Montana Standard, MT)
• Pat's picks Jun 16, 2009
For those packing binoculars instead of a rod and reel, the area is full of birdlife, everything from sand hill cranes to hawks. As many as 150 species can be identified along the self-guided nature trail, according to the Nature Conservancy, which owns the preserve. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Siberian Jays Use Complex Communication To Mob Predators Jun 16, 2009
"The chatter of mobbing jays is rather complex. The birds use over a dozen different calls, some of which are specific for owls and other for hawks, the two main predator categories of jays," says researcher Michael Griesser ... 11, 2008) With the aid of various alarm calls the Siberian jay bird species tells other members of its group what their main predators-hawks-are doing. (Science Daily)
Those pesky perpetrators Jun 16, 2009
I can think of five birds that would be more deserving candidates for the title: 1) the American kestrel; 2) the great blue heron; 3) the red-tailed hawk; 4) the Western meadowlark; and 5) the American robin. All five of these birds are fascinating to watch and are all permanent residents. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Hit the trails Jun 6, 2009
According to Vern Fish, director of the Black Hawk County Conservation Board, the best trails fall into all three categories --- paved, unpaved and water ... Tom and Julia Romanin enjoy biking the Hartman-to-George-Wyth loop, but they really like the 10-mile loop that goes out to Big Woods Lake and Black Hawk Park in Cedar Falls. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Comment period reopens on proposal to remove Hawaiian hawk from endangered list Jun 6, 2009
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the public-comment period for a proposal to remove the Hawaiian hawk, or io, from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife ... The Fish and Wildlife Service is especially interested in comments pertaining to biological, commercial trade, or other threats to the hawks; additional information on its range, distribution, and population size, including the locations of any additional populations; and current or planned activities in areas... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Little St. Simons Island--Wildlife ... Jun 6, 2009
Sightings include belted kingfisher, red-tail hawk, green-backed heron, tri-colored heron, anhinga, red-winged blackbird, white ibis, carolina wren, eurasian-collared dove, barn swallow, eastern kingbird, prothonotary warbler, boat-tailed grackle, pileated woodpecker, black-and-white warbler, chimney swift hummingbird, great blue heron, roseate spoonbill, black-necked stilt, ruby-throated hummingbird, brown-headed nuthatch and seaside sparrow. The island's graceful wood stork and colorful... (Suite101.com)
Insects swarm in wake of flood Jun 6, 2009
Jon McNamee, Black Hawk County environmental health program manager, said the county's use of larvicide --- a chemical used in standing pools of water --- helps control the mosquito population, and to some extent, black fly numbers ... Four cases have been discovered this year, including one in Black Hawk County, the local health department reported. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Raptor Center given $10,000 for new clinic Jun 5, 2009
They do programs throughout the year with the center's eight educational birds: three hawks, two bald eagles, a raven, a falcon and a barn owl in training. In the summer, they also have an eagle exhibit at the Mount Roberts Tramway. (Juneau Empire)
Wade McIntyre: Living in hurricane season in Louisiana Jun 5, 2009
Mosquito hawks are zipping by like happy, low flying helicopters. From time to time a butterfly dips in, flitting out of the sunshine and under the canopy of the live oak where the cypress swing has hung for years below an overhanging limb. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Orphaned robins raised by Petries employees Jun 5, 2009
Hawks and cats are among the animals that prey on adult robins. With the father robin nowhere to be seen, concerned Petrie s employees called wildlife experts, veterinarians and the Audubon Society for advice on how to help the chicks. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Neb.'s West Nile check to include all bird species Jun 5, 2009
In years past, only dead crows, blue jays, magpies, hawks and owls were collected. Norfolk Health Inspector John Kouba said in a statement Thursday that the collection of all birds is expected to help identify the presence of viral activity earlier. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Best to hold one’s tongue Jun 5, 2009
hawk wrote on Jun 4, 2009 11:03 AM:" ReturnoftheJedi Prejudice is a great time saver, you can form opinions without having to take time to gather and know some facts!Personally I like this letter.... " ... ReturnoftheJedi wrote on Jun 4, 2009 3:25 PM:" Hawk and Fara I was just having a little fun, you know JK. You two need to relax your sphincter before you suck the chair you are sitting on up into your anus. ". (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Keynotes for June 4 Jun 4, 2009
Proceeds will benefit the Hudson Jr. Hawks 11-year-old travel team which plays throughout the area representing the town of Hudson. ALUMNI PARENTS- Children and grandchildren of Hudson Catholic High and the former St. Michael s Academy graduates were included in the HCH graduating class of 2009, at baccalaureate and graduation exercises which took place May 22 at St. Michael Church. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Landing NCR is welcome news Jun 3, 2009
NCR supplies local companies and recently announced a marketing deal with the Atlanta Spirit, owners of the Hawks and Thrashers, to help the teams communicate with fans and others. 23 comments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Mayor Hurley won't seek fourth term Jun 3, 2009
AFFILIATIONS: Waterloo Chamber of Commerce; Greater Cedar Valley Alliance; Iowa League of Cities; Cedar Valley Coalition; Waterloo Development Corp.; Cedar Valley's Promise (co-chair of Mentoring Task Force Committee); Metropolitan Transportation Policy Board; Black Hawk County Emergency Management Commission; INRCOG Board and Executive Committee; Waterloo Schools Community Education Advisory Committee; Partners in Education; Exchange Club; Rotary Club; St. Edward's Parish; numerous civic and... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Increase of snake sightings in Collin County area, experts say don't worry Jun 3, 2009
There are also good populations of hawks and owls [to prey on rodents], but they aren t nearly as efficient as snakes. As the weather warms up, more people will be working or playing outdoors, which increases the likelihood of coming across the reptiles. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
State Begins Bird Testing For West Nile Virus Jun 2, 2009
"In previous years, blue jays, crows, hawks and owls were the only ones accepted for testing, but their numbers are down considerably," said Public Health Veterinarian Annette Bredthauer. Last year, 67 birds in the state were tested and 17 found to be positive for the virus. (7 KETV Omaha)
Much to explore in North Carolina's Outer Banks May 30, 2009
In Duck, visitors can rent kayaks to tour the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest ... Take a water tour through the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
God save the brand? Punk musicians power U.K. ads May 30, 2009
Sex Pistols frontman pitching butter; Iggy Pop hawks car insurance. Interviews, performances. (MSNBC -- News)
REGINA FORD | GREEN VALLEY NEWS Fran Coleman, Pima Council on Aging elder rights, benefits and caregiver specialist, assists in a variety of issues regarding seniors. May 30, 2009
There are 13 elements in the book featuring the magnificent hummingbird, the side-blotched lizard, the Arizona gray squirrel, the white-tailed deer, the Harris hawk, the white-nosed coati and other wonders of nature. They come together in verse and cadence like this. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Regional news: Governor general eats seal heart May 28, 2009
Landfill methane towers scorch perched hawks in New York ALBANY, N.Y. A towering landfill smokestack offers an irresistible perch for raptors to watch for rodents scavenging in the treeless landscape below. But when flames fed by landfill gas rush upward, the birds are being scorched or burned alive. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Nature Vision, Inc. Receives Nasdaq Notice for Non-Compliance of Minimum Equity Requirement May 28, 2009
Their current portfolio includes Aqua Vu, Marcum, Fish TV, Cass Creek, Fish Hawk, Castaic and others. Founded in 1997, Nature Vision continues to reinvent the outdoor experience with true innovation. (Primezone Releases)
Dave Bakke: After surgery, man embraces different way to hunt May 28, 2009
Billy Blackwolf Costales holds his hawk, Slash ... That was remedied when he trapped an immature red-tailed hawk, which is legal for licensed falconers ... It was especially meaningful for Costales since a hawk is often used in Taino tribe religious ceremonies. (Medfield Press, MA)
Landfill Methane Towers Scorch Perched Hawks May 26, 2009
Gary Siftar was mystified when he started seeing red-tailed hawks with scorched feathers at his wildlife clinic in Broken Arrow, Okla ... He concluded that hawks were being singed on the stack ... He wrote a paper on the issue for the National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association last fall and got e-mails from rehabilitators across the country who had treated hawks and owls with singed wings and tails, melted beaks, scorched talons and other burns from landfill gas flares. (ABC News -- Wire)
A day to remember May 26, 2009
One, Jacob Melson, was in a Black Hawk helicopter that crashed in northern Iraq in 2006, killing all four Alaska Army Guardsmen aboard, plus eight others. Melson was 22. (Anchorage Daily News)
Presidio branches out with eucalyptus swap May 25, 2009
Besides smelling good, Ehrlich said, the trees provide critical habitat for dozens of species, including at least 70 percent of the Presidio's great horned owls, red-shouldered hawks, red-tailed hawks and Cooper's hawks. Eucalyptus trees also are very effective wind breaks, Ehrlich said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Summer Preview May 23, 2009
See even more exotic creatures -- hawks, raptors, unicorns and dragons -- at the Family Festival at The Cloisters Museum & Gardens. Of course, only the birds are live. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Camping is on the rebound May 23, 2009
Last year, few campers had the opportunity to enjoy area campgrounds like George Wyth and nearby Black Hawk Park north of Cedar Falls ... Upriver at Black Hawk Park, camping resumed by Labor Day 2008, said Vern Fish, director of the county conservation board ... The 2008 flood caused the Black Hawk County Conservation Board to walk away from its policy of taking reservations for campsites, Fish said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Enraptured with raptors May 22, 2009
Two of MacLeod s passengers, Ivory, a white hawk from the South American rain forest, and Trevor, a Eurasian eagle owl, are not native to the. The other raptors she carried, however, are species common to Iowa. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Have you seen them Members of Hoy Nature Club identified ... May 21, 2009
Have you seen them Members of Hoy Nature Club identified. Thursday, November 1, 2007 2:12 PM CDT. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Bird watchers test their wings at Drumlin Farm May 21, 2009
Though no kingfisher was spotted, various other species were, including Baltimore orioles, Eastern bluebirds, chickadees, cardinals, tree swallows, a variety of blackbirds, Cooper s and red-tailed hawks, blue jays, bobolinks, and more. The excitement was evident as Jonah Boardman spotted a hawk soaring overhead: Look. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
School children at Southside learn no one is too small to help May 21, 2009
Muffet Remington Hawk scared away a little spider played by Lance Manley as Deb Townsend sang a spider song at Southside Elementary on Wednesday. The concert by Townsend was a reward for the children, who raised money for the animal shelter. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Rabies clinics set for June, July May 19, 2009
Dr. Richard A. Lechliter, DVM, will be administering the vaccination, and will be assisted by Mineral County Humane Officers Jim Hawk and Melissa Kidwell. All dogs must be on a leash and all cats must be contained. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Little Light family finally laid to rest (2) May 18, 2009
A bird, possibly a hawk, soared overhead, as Old Bull spoke a few last words. And then the bird flew away. (Helena Independent Record)
Foodies flock to Twitter-savvy food trucks May 17, 2009
Last month, for example, a truck called Calbi BBQ announced its grand opening on the Web, and began Tweeting its way to roadside stops to hawk tacos and burritos with Korean flavors. And a Web site featuring a Twitter feed of locations for the Yuri Truck, which peddles sushi rolls and rice bowls, posted its first entry. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Girl Scouts honor role models May 17, 2009
The Cornerstone Mission, Mommy's Closet, WAVI, Black Hawk Elementary School, Dakota Middle School, the Humane Society of the Black Hills and Rushmore Birds have all benefited from Grace's willingness to give of her time and talents. Amanda Sheldon. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
The Upside Down White-breasted Nuth... May 16, 2009
Like many woodland birds, nuthatches may be preyed upon by the multiple varieties of small hawks and owls, even woodpeckers. Squirrels can decimate nuthatch nests, eating eggs and young. (Suite101.com)
A portrait of Cache County crime: Sheriff’s annual report released May 16, 2009
hawk wrote on May 15, 2009 12:53 PM:" Deputies also arrested 165 people for drunk driving - Lives saved?Great job Cache County Sheriffs Office and all local police. Thank You ". hawk wrote on May 15, 2009 12:55 PM:" I knkow they did an Identity Theft report with me and were very helpfull. Got it mostly solved. I am wondering if all the stats were not posted and reported in this HJ news article? ". (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Big Woods Lake campground could open this fall May 15, 2009
Jerry Shoff, with Shoff Consulting Engineers, presented a design for a 56-site park to city staff and members of the Black Hawk County Conservation Board on Wednesday ... A grant through the Black Hawk County Gaming Association has designated $45,000, which would likely cover half of the cabin's cost. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
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Lodi winery workers rescue injured hawk ... A Cooper's hawk had three of its toes removed at Dr. Richard Turner's veterinary office in Lodi because of necrotic cellulitis, an inflammatory response caused by bacteria in the skin ... The hawk was found on the ground at Jessie's Grove Winery. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
GF&P plans kids fishing event at new outdoor campus May 13, 2009
The Outdoor Campus site is on Sturgis Road on the way to Black Hawk, about 1/2 mile west of the intersection with West Chicago Street. More information about the project is available online at www. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Event puts nature on display May 10, 2009
Though a bone disease prevents the 23-year-old red-tailed hawk from taking flight, the rustling wind still excites him, said Carol Marshall of the Liberty Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation ... Liberty Wildlife joined other conservation-minded groups like the Friends of the San Pedro River and the Gray Hawk Nature Center for the annual event ... Other native wildlife was on display as well, including a tiger rattlesnake with her young and a Sonoran sidewinder, thanks to the Gray Hawk nature... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Animals On Runways Can Cause Serious Problems At Small Airports May 10, 2009
"Even if you have certain grasses, you have small mammals that eat those, and those attract red-tailed hawks. A red-tailed hawk can bring down a small plane as fast as anything.". Previous studies cited in Rhodes' paper have shown that wildlife strikes cost more than a half a billion dollars each year and have been responsible for more than 350 human deaths in the last century. (Science Daily)
Grave situation May 10, 2009
Hawk wrote on May 8, 2009 11:59 AM:" I dont think the pigeons from down town are not the same flock that frequent the Dry Canyon area. ". REGISTRATION IS FREE. Comments are from online Herald Journal readers. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Happy camping May 10, 2009
We re putting in parking pads, sidewalks and picnic tables at Fish Hawk and Overlook, Backlund said. But it s pretty low key. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Aravaipa Canyon May 8, 2009
Along with warblers, flycatchers, woodpeckers and great blue herons, birders may see a variety of raptors, including common black hawks, gray hawks and zone-tailed hawks. Experienced backpackers don't come to Aravaipa Canyon to test their outdoor skills. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Bloggers' challenge: Who's a good role model in Cache Valley? May 7, 2009
hawk wrote on May 6, 2009 1:50 PM:" A few years ago there was a guy at the Local Willow Zoo who took animals around to schools. He is retired now and I don't remember his name but he was great with the kids. He taught them all about wildlife and respect for it as well as humans. The kids called him the snake man and remembered his visits for years. I have a son who was impressed by his love for the outdoors and is becoming educated at USU in wildlife management practices because of what he saw... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 7, 2009
Hawk), an exclusive pack-in with a Pit play set. Star Trek' Fans of the "Star Trek" universe will want to beam themselves into the new movie products from Playmates Toys, which have produced a slew of action figures and play sets, and role-playing toys and the Enterprise ship -- each with sounds and dialogue taken directly from the new movie. (KIRO TV, WA)
KPD nearly shoots loose canine May 6, 2009
In addition to the city charges, Mineral County Humane Officer Jim Hawk plans to charge Willis with maintaining a vicious dog and failure to obtain property registration tags. Hawk said the vicious dog charge, according to the law, is based on an owner who knowingly keeps a dog that has attacked or attempted to attack people ... "It came at the police officers and it came at me," Hawk said of the animal, which he described as a boxer/pit bull mix. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
EU ban looms over seal products May 6, 2009
Inside a Navy Hawk fighter jet. Man in 'world's best job' final. (BBC News -- Europe)
Larry Kudlow Resists Obama's War on Capitalism May 6, 2009
Columns, funnies in your inbox. Townhall Daily Alert Your daily must-read of conservative columns, cartoons and news. (Townhall.com)
No-Frills Day In Mendocino May 3, 2009
Opened in 1983 as the first brew pub in California, the brick saloon pours Red Tail Ale, Eye of the Hawk and other craft-brew favorites from Mendocino Brewing Co. From here, it's about an hour to the coast. Park yourself at the Inn at Schoolhouse Creek just outside town, a good bet for couples, families, dog owners and anyone who appreciates creature comforts but wants to avoid forced socializing and a preponderance of overstuffed armchairs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Bird-aircraft collisions in Arizona hurt few May 2, 2009
The year before, a pilot was forced to make an emergency landing after a red-tailed hawk crashed through the windshield of his private plane ... Often, animals such as hawks are caught and relocated. (AZCentral)
Our view: Sullivan for mayor May 2, 2009
His pragmatic style is similar to former Mayor Mark Begich, but Croft is not the stick-to-the-basics budget hawk the city needs right now. We do not agree with Sullivan on every issue. (Anchorage Daily News)
Shannon Rae Harlan May 1, 2009
She was raised by her stepfather and mother, Richard and Virginia Hawk, in Concord, Calif ... She is survived by sister Kris Amoureux of Jerome, Idaho; aunt and uncle Grace and Rod Halling; lifelong friend Jenna O Neil; nieces Angela O Sullivan and Minema Windham; nephew Joseph Amoureux-Hawk; and great-niece Joslin Amoureux-Hawk. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
