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  • The Epic of the Bed Pan

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    Those of you who have visited my bookstore this summer know that I now feature quite an assortment of used books. Among the assorted libraries that have found their way to me is a huge selection that once belonged to Eugene Gunnlaugson from Washington Island.

  • Mushrooms, a world of wonder at your feet

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    The past three droughty summers have been very unsatisfactory for our interest in mushrooms. Finally, with around 4.8 inches of rain at our place in August, more than June and July combined, conditions are finally improving for the appearance of these fascinating fungi (FUN-ji).

  • One Nation, Under Parking Lots

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    One of the issues Wal-Mart will deal with in its dispute with Nash Finch, the food distributor that threw the Supercenter proposal for a loop a couple weeks ago, is parking.
    Not that I want to make it

  • Who’s Fighting for the Little Guys?

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    In the new edition of the Peninsula Pulse, out today, I write for the second time this summer about a piece of well-intended federal legislation that, in practice, places undue burden on small businesses

  • The Northern Leopard Frog

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    There is an amphibian in Door County, the Northern Leopard Frog, which has been of special interest to me for the past 45 years. All too often one hears or reads about the steady decline of certain native plants or animals but, with very limited access or exposure to these species, it’s difficult to display even the slightest concern over the problems.

  • that some people seem to agonize over how they appear in public, while others don’t seem to give it a second thought?

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    “Why Is It…?” was designed by Dr. Steiner to address readers’ questions about human behavior from a social psychological perspective in order to inform and stimulate dialogue about the ways in which our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by the presence of other people.

  • Snippets from Science

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    • Exposure to PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) is a big issue for people living around Green Bay and the Fox River. There is absolutely no question that ingestion of too much fish containing PCBs can lead to neurological problems in children.

  • Article posted Thursday, September 3, 2009 11:37am

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    674,000 The number of Americans on sex-offender registries, more than the population of Vermont, North Dakota, or Wyoming 29 States that require placement

  • Notes from the Grove

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    Welcome to the Notes from the Grove providing Liberty Grove residents and visitors tidbits of information about goings on in Town Government. Quick reminders: During Town Hall remodeling and new construction the Town Offices are in their temporary location at the North Fire Station.

  • Fun With The Rumor Mill

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    One of the topics that frequently arises in conversations around the Peninsula Pulse offices is the way rumors get started and spread through the county.

  • Article posted Thursday, August 27, 2009 3:08pm

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    “Why Is It…?” was designed by Dr. Steiner to address readers’ questions about human behavior from a social psychological perspective in order to inform and stimulate dialogue about the ways in which our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by the presence of other people.

  • Snippets from Science

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    • Many scientists believe that ethanol (corn-based alcohol) is not the answer to our future energy needs.

  • Article posted Thursday, August 27, 2009 3:04pm

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    38

    Billion dollars, the amount banks will earn this year from overdraft and bounced check fees

    90

    Percent

  • Notes from the Grove

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    Welcome to the Notes from the Grove providing Liberty Grove residents and visitors tidbits of information about goings on in Town Government.

    Quick reminders:  During Town Hall remodeling and new construction the Town Offices are in their temporary location at the North Fire Station.

  • Looking Back to the Beginning

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    At one point in time, I wrote a weekly feature story that ran on page two of Lon Kopitzke’s Vacation Guide (in addition to my weekly column in the Door Reminder).

  • The Stars of Autumn

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    There soon will be a widely blooming wildflower, often quite subtle but attractive, that signals the end of the flowering season, like the final act of the fall play.

  • Article posted Thursday, August 27, 2009 1:01pm

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    This attractive, neutered male truly stands up to his name. Sharp is sharp looking. His handsome long grey/white coat is one of a kind.

  • …that people don’t think for themselves?

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    “Why Is It…?” was designed by Dr. Steiner to address readers’ questions about human behavior from a social psychological perspective in order to inform and stimulate dialogue about the ways in which our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by the presence of other people.

  • Snippets from Science

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    • Stephen Wilshire has an unbelievable photographic memory. He’s called the “Living Camera.

  • By the Numbers

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    23

    Times greater risk of a collision for drivers who are texting

     

    6

    Times greater risk of a collision for drivers dialing a cell phone or reaching for an electronic device

     

    5

    Seconds, the length of time it takes to cover a distance the length of a football field at 55 mph

     

    20

    Years since a left-handed catcher has played in a Major League Baseball Game

     

    0

    Number of left-handed catchers in all of professional baseball, including the minor leagues

     

    100

    Number of years Major League Baseball has gone without a left-handed shortstop

     

    8

    Games, the length of the suspension St.