We had some pretty wicked weather Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Thankfully a cool front came through as we lost electricity around 8:45 p.m. at our place. Many places around the area lost power. Trees and tree limbs were knocked down taking power lines and at least one transformer.
The city guys, Jack Crumrine and John Floyd, were busy for over 15 hours working to get everyone’s power back on. These two guys are unsung heroes in our town. Most people take them for granted. Never even give them a thought until the power goes out or a water line breaks. They then, quietly and as quickly as possible, fix the problem so we all can get back to our daily routine. We say, “Great job guys. Especial-ly considering all the trees and limbs down around town.”
Our rain gauge had 2 3/10” in it. I know that wasn’t accurate as some of that rain was coming down at such an angle, with the wind blowing so hard. I had to shut our west door and the north door as rain was coming in through the screen. Country Junction had rain blow in under their front door, leaving an unwanted surprise for Gary and Shirley when they opened up Sunday morning at 7 a.m.
Lawn furniture and outside decor didn’t stand a chance in the strong winds. A lawn chair from a business on Main Street came to a halt one block south on Broad Street. I bet trash cans had to be rounded up also. The rain was good, but we could have done without the strong winds.
Many people were out mowing Saturday. I should have. Now I have to wait for the ground to dry out. Knowing my luck, it will rain again before I can get it mowed.
What U.S. river is the longest?
We offer our sympathy to all who lost loved ones this past week. May they rest in peace.
Hello to all in area nursing and assisted living facilities; Hello, also, to all in area hospitals and rehab centers.
The big fireworks display at Toronto Point is Friday, July 3, with free admittance for the show. Lots of fun activities planned for this year. Be on the lookout for flyers and area newspapers with schedule of events.
Had to make a trip to the ER the other night and saw three deer in town and saw two more on the way to Chanute. I guess all this rain we’ve been getting has them displaced as well as other creatures that live out in the country as well as the outskirts of town. At least I think that is why. I can’t think of any other reason for them to be on the move.
Answer: The Missouri River. At about 2,450 miles, it is 100 miles longer than the Mississippi. My first thought was the mighty Mississippi, how about you?
Quote: “And since all this loveliness cannot be heaven, I know in my heart it is June.” - Abba Louisa Goold Woolson
