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RECENT COVERAGE
The Sound of Ideas: Tuesday, January 6, 2009
For 36 years, Ohioans in Stark, Wayne and portions of Ashland and Medina Counties kept Ralph Regula employed in the US Congress. In return, the Buckeye State got a National Park, a medical school, and a congressman loved on both sides of the aisle. On our program, we'll talk to the retiring Republican Congressman about his career, how politics has changed in the last four decades, and the legacy he leaves behind. You're invited to join us Tuesday morning at 9.
The Sound of Ideas: Monday, January 5, 2009
These days every news organization has to do more with less. So that makes the decision about what to cover, and how to cover it, more important than ever. So, we'd like to hear from you: what stories should we cover? On the next Sound of Ideas; we'll be joined by editorial decision makers from The Plain Dealer, WKYC TV and ideastream®. We invite you to join us to talk about what direction all of our news coverage should take in 2009. We hope you'll be there, Monday morning at nine on 90.3.
Around Noon: Monday, January 5, 2009
Today Dee Perry looks back at the year in books with a special call-in show featuring Plain Dealer book editor Karen Long, Cuyahoga County Public Library executive director Sari Feldman, and Mac's Backs Paperbacks owner, Suzanne DeGaetano. Book log below compiled by Linda Walters of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Regional News Stories: Thursday, January 1, 2009
Starting January 18th Akron area METRO riders will have a warm place to wait for their next bus - and the city won't have to worry about the heating bill at all. Gretchen Cuda reports.
The Sound of Ideas: Monday, December 29, 2008
Twelve months ago, the major party nominations for President were up for grabs, Ohio's budget was less than a billion dollars short and Marc Dann was Ohio's Attorney General. Suffice it to say, things are a little different now. Monday morning at 9, we'll take a look back at 2008--a year when the state went from Red to Blue and local government went under the microscope. Join us for a conversation about the biggest headlines and the biggest stories that somehow stayed under the radar.
Parts of U.S. Blasted with Snow, Wind and Ice
NewsDepth: Thursday, December 18, 2008
More than a foot of snow blanketed the western and central parts of North Dakota Sunday, knocking out power and shutting down interstates. Temperatures fell below zero in the city of Bismarck, but the wind-chill-factor made it feel more like thirty-five below zero. Officials put a "no travel" advisory into effect due to strong winds and the bitter cold temperatures. In New Jersey, ice covered almost everything. It toppled trees and power lines - leaving many people without electricity. Much of the northeast endured similar conditions.
NewsDepth: Thursday, December 18, 2008
The Italian capital is on flood alert after more heavy downpours pounded the area. Officials in Rome fear the Tiber River could burst its banks at any moment. It's been 40 years since the capital experienced this kind of weather emergency. Rome's mayor is urging residents not to leave their homes as emergency teams monitor the situation from the air, and on the ground hundreds of civil protection officers and Red Cross volunteers have been deployed. Sand bags are being lined up to contain the possible river overflow and the fire brigade is ready with amphibious vehicles. Alessio Vinci has the latest.
19th Century Water Main Pipe Bursts, Causing Major Problems In And Around Cleveland
Regional News Stories: Wednesday, December 17, 2008
A three-and-a-half foot pipe ruptured early this morning, flooding nearby streets and buildings. County offices in the city were closed as a result. The Cleveland water division tells 90.3 that buildings as far east as east 90th street are impacted. The problem extends much further on the west side -- including Lakewood and parts of Rocky River. Many hospitals are impacted -- Metrohealth Medical Center has closed its emergency department. The Clinic is running as normal, although it's been forced to bring in alternative water supplies. University Hospitals has NOT been impacted and is preparing to accept patients from other hospitals if that becomes necessary.
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RESOURCES
The Return of the Cuyahoga On-Line Curriculum
The Return of the Cuyahoga On-Line Curriculum answers questions about how a river could burn and why it happened here. Included is an entire unit plan containing several cross-curricular lessons correlated to State of Ohio Science Standards in the areas of environmental history, environmental investigation, and eliciting social action. Interactive features include animated maps, streaming video, and a glossary which is linked to new words throughout the site. A database allows teachers to enter and compare water testing data gathered from local tributaries.
The Life Depends on Water web site was created in cooperation with Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District to inform and inspire students and the general public into environmental conservation action. In addition to a wealth of information, links to supplementary resources, a glossary, and an animated map, you will find: Lessons, correlated to State of Ohio Science Standards, Web quests, and Service learning projects that will encourage your students to take action and get involved in real world solutions.
Making Connections to the Natural World
You've recently moved to Northeast Ohio or else you're a longtime resident. Either way, you're someone who wants to know more about the world around you and how we interact with it. Here are some quick links to help you get involved in making the region a better place to live, work and raise a family.
Webliography: Wind Power
FUNDING
Funding for the coverage of environment topics comes from The Cleveland Foundation; The George Gund Foundation; and The Dominion Foundation.
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SERIES
The Return of the Cuyahoga
The Return of the Cuyahoga is a fascinating look at the life, death and rebirth of one of America’s most polluted rivers. Perhaps best known as “the river that burned,” the Cuyahoga is, in fact, an emblematic waterway. Its history is the history of the American frontier, the rise of industry, and the scourge of pollution. In 1969, when the river caught on fire, the blaze ignited a political movement that not only saved the Cuyahoga and its communities, but continues today with the current environmental movement. More information about the movie, which premiered April 22, 2008 on WVIZ/PBS, is available here.
Climate Connections
NPR and the National Geographic Society embark on a new, long-term, multi-platform initiative focusing on how the environment changes people and vice versa. Its centerpiece is a yearlong news series, “Climate Connections,” focusing on climate-related issues. The initiative spans all NPR News programs and NPR.org, as well as National Geographic’s many media platforms, including National Geographic magazine and nationalgeographic.com.
NATIONAL HEADLINES
Bush Declares Marine Preserves In Pacific
Fisheries Rebounding, But Ports Pay A Price
Bush In Historic Marine Conservation Move
Fishermen Make Mad Dash For Dungeness Crab
Yellowstone Shaken By Swarm Of Earthquakes
Conflicted Emotions Follow Tennessee Coal Ash Spill
Iowa Family Pitches In To Make Profit Off Livestock
Stunted Coral Highlights Troubling Ocean Trends
