The agony of loss: Out-of-control wildfires

The agony of loss: Out-of-control wildfires

by | Feb 1, 2024 | Uncategorized

By Hank Nuwer In May of 1972 in Northern New Mexico, I earned my fire-fighter card from the Forest Service. The training at Hermit’s Peak mountain was unpaid. The fire fighters worked us trainees hard. I was in good condition, easily completing all tests. I recall the...
An Icy Reception in Fairbanks

An Icy Reception in Fairbanks

by | Feb 1, 2024 | Uncategorized

I enjoyed Scott Shaffer’s “A Look Back” article last week as he recalled the Randolph County (Indiana) severe blizzard of Jan. 17, 1978. He highlighted the unselfish determination of Union City’s fire chief and crew who partnered with local snowmobilers to haul grub...
Ohio’s recalled license plate

Ohio’s recalled license plate

by | Jan 22, 2024 | Uncategorized

If you watch The Simpsons, you know Homer Simpson’s shout after a flub-beyond-repair is “D’oh.” Well, no doubt you heard that the new Ohio state license plate crashed and burned upon liftoff. True, the new plate was gorgeous, depicting a nice sunny background and an...
Who was worthless as gum on a boot?

Who was worthless as gum on a boot?

by | Jan 22, 2024 | Uncategorized

By Hank Nuwer Fred Brown fought the law. Guess who won? Today’s story starts in 1887. Richard (Dick) Beers, 14, was known in Greenville for juggling balls with the skill of a circus performer. Dick was worthless as gum on a boot heel. He had a mouth as foul as his...