The moon rising over the Book Cliffs. August 10, 2022.

“Hector” (Deinonychus Antirrhopus), Montana, Usa,

From the Cloverly Formation, Wolf Canyon, Carbon County, Montana, the Early Cretaceous (circa 115-108 million years ago). 

Excavated at Wolf Canyon, Carbon County, Montana (in the W1/2NE1/4 of Section 23, Township 4 South, Range 24 East, P.M.M.) 2013-4 Pangea Fossils February 2015.

Fifty million years before the reign of the dinosaurs ended in the age of Tyrannosaurus rex, a smaller, more agile, pack-hunting predator was the most feared animal of its time. The sleek, dynamic, and deadly Deinonychus is one of the most popular and well-known dinosaur species, but also one of the rarest fossils. Its popularity would peak following its leading appearance alongside T. rex as the Raptor in Jurassic Park. Taking his name from the greatest of the Trojan warriors, ‘Hector’ is the most complete skeleton of his species ever found.

Known for its long talon-like claws and elegant frame, Deinonychus flourished in western North America during the Early Cretaceous period. Part of the clade of dinosaurs called theropods (carnivorous animals that can walk on two legs), these sickle-clawed predators were armed with a deadly kick. Their fossil remains are typically found in the Cloverly Formation and the Antlers Formation, which are thought to have provided an environment of tropical and sub-tropical forests, lagoons, swamps, and river deltas for Deinonychus to inhabit. The name Deinonychus was coined by palaeontologist, John Ostrom, in 1969 and translates to “terrible claw,” in reference to the killing claw on each foot. Shaped like a sickle and held up off the ground when not in use so as to maintain its lethal sharpness, this claw was used to disembowel its prey. It is believed that in order to use the claw with the highest degree of success, Deinonychus would have stood on one leg, holding the target with its long arms, and impaled its prey with a powerful kick. This attack was aided by the ability to use its arms, unlike many other dinosaurs, and the ability to stretch its hand to nine inches long. Indeed, it is believed that the main use of the arms was for this very purpose, and it is unlikely that the arms were ever used to walk on. Its deft movement and predatory skill were further supported by Deinonychus’ ability to stand on its hind legs when attacking other dinosaurs. This upright, offensive stance was facilitated by its long tail that provided essential balance thanks to rows of internal bundles of bony rods that gave the tail additional strength. The tail would otherwise be stretched horizontally when running, and contributed to the exceptional length of this animal, measuring approximately 3 meters long.

119 2⁄3 x 62 1⁄4 x 26in. (304 x 158 x 66cm.)

Courtesy of Christie’s

‘Easter miracle.’ Dog found shot in head and left to die in Utah is on path to healing

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‘Easter miracle.’ Dog found shot in head and left to die in Utah is on path to healing

A dog is on the path to healing after a family found him left for dead in a roadside ditch in Utah. The family had been riding around a ghost town in Carbon County, Utah, when Tanner Tamllos, who was looking out the window while her dad drove, spotted the dog in a ditch, she […]

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How Helper (Utah) Got Its Name, and Other Stories

Helper, Utah, and environs. (this is on the northern outskirts, and according to some maps, this was part of a hamlet, or maybe just a siding on the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad, called Martin at some time in the past. Maybe the locals still call it that. In October 2022, I took a driving trip that took me to Salt Lake City, Moab, and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, among other…

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A Wintertime Walk At The Penrose Swamp Barrens Preserve

I was planning  to return and  explore some more of  the Montour Preserve last  Saturday. It is where I participated in  my first  National   Audubon’s   Christmas Bird Count   the previous week. However, there was some snow showers in the forecast so I decided to stay closer to home. I drove to  the newly acquired State Forests lands in the Penrose Swamp Barrens in Carbon County.  It is about 10…

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How Rochester Institute of Technology student Matthew Grant disappeared, reappeared

Matthew Joseph Grant, 22, is majoring in mechanical engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, Monroe County, New York, United States. He is a captain on the school’s wrestling team. Grant is originally from Onaway, Presque Isle County, Michigan, USA. While attending RIT, he shares an off-house campus in Henrietta, Monroe County with roommates. Born in Detroit, Wayne County,…

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Clouds (No. 829)

Rawlins, WY

The Hand in the Cell

Although the Carbon County Jail, in Jim Thorpe ,PA ,may seem like an ordinary jail upon first glance, it is the site of a most intriguing and bizarre mystery: The Hand in the Cell.

In 1877 a man named Alexander Campbell was incarcerated for the murder of John P. Jones. Despite proof that Campbell was part of the Molly Maguires, a gang against mine owners, and an admission that he was at the scene of the crime, Alexander still proclaimed that he was innocent. He said that he did not shoot and kill John P. Jones.

Despite his claims, Alexander Campbell was sentence to death by hanging . On the date of his execution ( which was June 22nd, 1877), the sheriff who came to get Campbell was greeted with the prisoners continued protestations that he was innocent. In one sweeping gesture Alexander bent down to the ground and covered his hand in the black soot of his cell block. Then, placing his hand on the wall, he proclaimed “I am innocent and let this be my testimony!” After leaving the handprint he was taken out to the scaffolds and hanged. No other prisoners were ever kept again in that same cell.

Although Campbell was gone his hand-print remained, and nothing anyone did could get rid of it. In the 30′s the cell wall was knocked down and replaced with a new one. Yet in the morning, guards were surprised to find that the print had returned. Another sheriff had painted over the wall with green latex paint, only to find that it once again reappeared before their eyes!

Is this proof of Campbells innocence? Or is there a more natural cause behind the mysterious print? Although no one can say for sure, those who step into the cell often report that a chill runs through their bodies. While the prison was still in operation, prisoners would see a mysterious figure passing through the cells locked door.

Visitors can still visit cell 17 and see the ghostly hand print for themselves!

The GOT Studio Tour has won the UKInbound Sustainable Tourism Provider of the Year award.

While the sets and items on display are themselves impressive, the Earth-friendly HVAC systems for the location are what earned them the award.

Recognised at the tourism industry group’s recent annual convention, Game of Thrones Studio Tour was hailed as a ‘world-class ultra-low carbon visitor attraction’. Located at the principal film studios for Game of Thrones – Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, Co Down – the immersive tourist destination invites fans of TV and film to go behind the scenes and discover the artistry that went into making the TV phenomenon. [ ... ] The Studio Tour’s priceless original film sets and assets are protected within the 110,000 sq. ft visitor experience by an HVAC system with close temperature and humidity control, sensible and latent heat recovery, free cooling and a modular zero-carbon heating system with energy storage. The UKInbound judging panel were already impressed by many aspects of the Sustainable Management plan at Game of Thrones Studio Tour and the scope of future aspiration. UKinbound CEO, Joss Croft, said: “A key part of our new sustainability strategy, is to showcase our member businesses who are doing great work to reduce energy usage and protect and regenerate the environment. In the future, we will use the practices and initiatives used by Game of Thrones Studio Tour to inspire our other members to take similar action in their businesses.”

In the near future I hope that ultra-low carbon systems such as this will be the norm rather than the exception.

Carbon monoxide illnesses cause northern Wisconsin school evacuation, cancellation

A mechanical issue in a northern Wisconsin school building caused nearly 40 illnesses Thursday and forced the district to cancel classes and after-school activities.

By Joe Schulz | Wisconsin Public Radio A mechanical issue in a northern Wisconsin school building caused nearly 40 illnesses Thursday and forced the district to cancel classes and after-school activities. The Forest County Sheriff’s Office said hazardous materials teams determined an issue with a furnace in the Crandon School Building created elevated levels of carbon monoxide inside the…

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Carbon County sunset.

Time to Fall Back

The end of daylight-saving time takes place this weekend. We’ll fall back this year at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023. Most devices these days will adjust automatically to the time change, but don’t forget to set any traditional clocks and automobile radio clocks back by one hour. As you fall back, it’s also a good idea to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. It’s…

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Walnut blasting is being performed on a BMW 5351. This service was recommended because of carbon buildup on the valves and oily residue on the intake manifold.

Carbon buildup is a common issue on BMWs and mini coopers.

During walnut blasting, walnut shells that are ground up are used to break up the carbon deposits.

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4 found dead in upstate house identified

THEY WILL TIME IT OUT FOR YOU. CARBON MONOXIDE WAS WHAT KILLED FOUR MEN IN A HOUSE IN GREENVILLE COUNTY. THIS INFORMATION FROM THE GREENVILLE COUNTY CORONER FOR PEYTON FURTADO, JUST MINUTES AGO TALKING WITH THE DEPUTY CORONER. AND PEYTON, HE BELIEVES THESE DEATHS ARE PREVENTABLE. THAT’S RIGHT NIGEL. ACCORDING TO THE GREENVILLE COUNTY CORONER, ALL FOUR MEN HAVE LETHAL LEVELS OF CARBON MONOXIDE IN…

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