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 Last week I decided to pull off the highway on my trip from New Orleans to Slidell and check out the south shore area of Lake Pontchartrain. Right before you enter the Twin Span Bridge that crosses the lake there is an opportunity to exit onto Highway 11 in an area known as Irish Bayou. The area is populated by a lot of fishing camps, most of them abandoned, and relics of old docks. The area reminded me a lot of the Salton Sea area of Southern California with its old boats and abandoned buildings. You could tell that the area was once prosperous, but decades of hurricanes and storms had left the area broken a battered. There are a few hearty souls still holding on, but once they are gone, I doubt that anyone would want to settle here.

From KDVR News Denver It was like any other night at Red Rocks Amphitheatre until a report said an odd object lit up the sky for 30 seconds before vanishing. It wasn’t an airplane or shooting star — dozens were certain it was a three-story-tall UFO.

 From Visit Tyler Celebrate Independence Day in Tyler June 27 - July 7 Enjoy a weekend filled with a variety of fun events happening in town. From fireworks to special shopping, there are plenty of patriotic events for you to experience this Fourth of July in the Rose City! Want to easily view a complete calendar of events with all the details? View our Calendar below. Be sure to tag #VisitTyler in all your photos this weekend for a chance to be featured on social media.

From the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum We are excited to announce the Chennault Fest! Coming in October 2024 - Hot Air Balloons, Food and Arts & Crafts Vendors, Live Music and More!

 On Monday I was lucky enough to catch the Union Pacific Heritage Locomotive #1982. painted in Missouri Pacific colors, on the lead of a train sitting idle just north of the yard in Alexandria, Louisiana. It took some creative driving to be able to find a parking spot near enough for me to walk to a location to get these shots. Despite the extreme heat it was worth the efforts to get shots of this beautiful locomotive. 

The Red River has overflowed into the Fort Buhlow Recreation Area - Pineville - by Ken Hulsey  Join us in this moving and powerful sermon as we explore the profound message of finding a true connection with Jesus Christ. Whether you're questioning your faith, considering baptism, or looking to become part of a church family, this video is for you. Experience stories of transformation, the importance of accepting Christ, and the next steps in your spiritual journey. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, reflect, and grow in faith.

Not the actual victim - stock photo You here about stuff like this in movies and comic books, but you never believe it could happen in real life! From FOX News: A missing woman was found eaten alive by a massive python after locals cut her body out of the snake in Indonesia . Farida, 45, went missing on Thursday night. Her body was discovered inside the reticulated python Friday by her husband and residents of Kalempang village in South Sulawesi province, a local official said, according to AFP. The search for the missing mother of four began after she failed to return home Thursday night, village chief Suardi Rosi told AFP. Her husband "found her belongings… which made him suspicious. The villagers then searched the area. They soon spotted a python with a large belly," Suardi said. "They agreed to cut open the python's stomach. As soon as they did, Farida's head was immediately visible."

 Living in Louisiana offers a railfan like myself so many great opportunities to photograph a great variety of different and unique trains in action due to the fact that every Class 1 Railroad in North America operates here. Over the past few months I have managed to grab and handful of train photos, most of them taken of CPKS trains in Leesville due to the fact that I have been doing a lot of work lately in the area. I honestly haven't been concentrating on taking pictures like I used to. I have been really trying to focus on taking images of cool abandoned locations and nature shots that showcase just how beautiful this state truly is. That being said, when an opportunity to get a good train shot presented itself, I took it.

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 This may be a small piece of heaven right here on Earth. This Tryon, North Carolina property has it all. Have you ever seen anything that embodies the American dream home like this? When I look at these pictures I can't help but think about old episodes of The Waltons. It's nothing short of perfect. From the old house to the nearby stream, it's a southern living fantasy that you could own!

From https://www.discoverruidoso.com/  Explore the best of Ruidoso on your New Mexico vacation. A friendly mountain town surrounded by National Forest, Ruidoso is a place where nature and adventure beckon. Set in the Sierra Blanca mountain range of southern New Mexico, Ruidoso is remarkable in its access to nature, endless outdoor adventures , surprising art , and music scenes, and 300+ days of year-round sunshine.

 From Tennessee Tourism Discover why Nashville is Music City with our music-lovers bucket list. Below, you'll find Nashville music venues, iconic things to do in Nashville and more. Explore Music Row where many music hits have been and continue to be recorded. Brush up on your music history at Country Music Hall of Fame among thousands of music artifacts. Find these and more with this must-see list in Nashville.