Friday, August 31, 2007

Moon Over Northwest Indiana

There's always something magical that happens in the evenings right around the time of the start of a new school year.

Broiling hot days give way to moderate days filled with golden light. Evening air loses the humidity that marks the summer time. Night air becomes nice, crisp and invigorating. The days get shorter as the year begins its wind down.

The night visits sooner. The moon seems to get a little larger.

Moon over Northwest Indiana.

A large moon floats over Northwest Indiana last night.

Portillo's restaurant in Merrillville on US 30.

Portillo's Restaurant in Merrillville is always a beacon for hungry patrons with its bright neon lights.

Hobart at night.

Night lights brighten the night sky at Marcella and 61st Avenue as fast food restaurants and gas stations compete for customers.

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Monday, August 27, 2007

The Early Bird Gets A Lunar Eclipse

A bright moon lights up the Northwest Indiana skiesSet your alarm to wake early tomorrow morning to enjoy a natural light show. The second lunar eclipse of the year is set to begin around 3:51 a.m. Chicago time. The lunar eclipse should last about three hours.

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