8-10-2024 9:45pm

Perseid Meteor Shower Peak Viewing August 11 to August 13

Darlene Cancell Editor

Photo by FlipNeshkoski, CC by 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

The Perseid Meteor Shower, a celestial event that occurs when the Earth passes through the trail of debris of ice and rock from Comet Swift-Tuttle, begins its peak in the late evening of August 11th through dawn of August 12th.

If you miss the peak, you still have a good chance of seeing a meteor or more in the few days following the peak. The sky show should be able to be viewed even in areas with moderate light pollution.

To prepare for viewing, find a spot away from artificial lights and allow about 30 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the darkness. Consider lying back on a pad or reclining chair with a blanket for comfortable viewing, and don't forget the insect repellent!

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Brian Haak Neighbor

10-17-2024 2:21pm

The Administration needs to stop trying to sell the new fire station to the tax payers as if it they just suddenly became aware of the existing fire station's condition. And telling us we need it yesterday. Or selling it as if we don't, we'll be putting ourselves at risk or harm.

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Brian Haak Neighbor

10-17-2024 5:27pm

No need for a fitness area either. I work an 8 to 10 hour day and don't have a fitness area at home. Don't have the room. So like most, I go to a fitness center before work. They can as well.