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The collapse of the Minneapolis bridge in Minnesota was indeed a tragedy. It was a terrible event that could have been prevented, if the appropriate officials would have done their job right in the first place.

Wells Fargo has announced a $150,000 donation to help the Red Cross' efforts to help with the Minneapolis bridge collapse.

Yesterday's tragic collapse of a Minneapolis Bridge reminded me of another tragic event similar to this that I learned of from my Grandparents. I recall stories from my grandmother who lived not far from the tragedy of the Silver Bridge in WV.

In the tragic aftermath of the bridge collapse in Minneapolis, Homeland Security took the unusual step of immediately announcing that there was no indication terrorism was involved. What was the rush in immediately concluding this without any formal investigation?

When Barry Bonds hit his record breaking home run and the Minneapolis bridge collapsed, was anyone really responsible for either event?

The FBI has announced that it has responded to the tragic collapse of the bridge yesterday in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

NSBA announces support of any who require assistance in Minneapolis after the tragic bridge collapse.

The bridge collapse in Minneapolis that killed five people and raised concerns about infrastructure safety nationwide was the on which had the most public interest and received the highest level of media coverage.

The Governor of Missouri has ordered that state bridges be inspected after the bridge collapse in Minneapolis, MN.

Tips and tricks to finding free, legal parking in downtown Minneapolis

Recently my husband and I dined at "Spoon River." First opened in June 2006, this natural, gourmet restaurant is located at South 2nd Street and Chicago Avenue, near the Mississippi River and the Guthrie Theatre in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Shortly after 6:00 pm, a stretch of highway bridge over the Mississippi in the center of Minneapolis collapsed, sending more than twenty rush-hour cars into the river

It was the end of rush hour in downtown Minneapolis when the bridge collapsed over the Mississippi River.

Whether you're anticipating your first sweet kiss or a tender smooch with your spouse of thirty years, downtown Minneapolis offers plenty of places to take advantage of the moment (and to enjoy plenty of the city culture) with your special someone.

This bridge collapse might do what many others have not: made local, state and federal politicians commit trillions of dollars to modernize the nation's physical infrastructure.

A bill passed by Congress states that the federal government will pay $250 million to rebuild the I-35 bridge. That's around $130,000 per foot for the 1,907 foot bridge.

"The old ways of thinking about transportation funding -- user-fees, gas taxes, tolls and congestion pricing -- are not the sole answer to our cities' or our nation's transportation infrastructure needs."

The date was December 15th, 1967, and at the peak of rush hour the U.S. highway 35 bridge connecting Kanauga, Ohio and Point Pleasant, West Virginia, suddenly, and without warning, collapsed into the Ohio River.

The Salvation Army has donated clothes to the children who were affected by the August 1st collapse of the Mississippi River Bridge.

While investigators probe possible causes of the bridge collapse, they should consider Groupthink in decision-making that allowed a flawed bridge to remain in service despite numerous warnings.

This is what it feels like to cross this international bridge day in and day out. The Juarez to El Paso journey.

Maine has officially completed reinspecting all six of its "deck truss" bridges.

What a tragedy 50 cars still in the water nearly 9 hours after the fact, 7 confirmed dead and 62 injured.

This commentary on the I-35W bridge collapse explores the upside-down beauty in life's losses and suffering.

As many as $9 billion annually would be necessary to maintain public infrastructure nationwide. Currently, the federal government provides only $2 billion.

A travel journal of my almost disastrous first bicycle tour.

Some victims of the 35W collapse have not been helped, for various reasons. Some is government red tape, while others is no help from the insurance companies. How can you help?

Improving bridges in Wichita,Kansas

A quick fix to the problem of aging bridges in America is not possible.

A lot of how a person is affected depends on how closely they identify with the people who were hurt or killed; if there is someone your age or who has a life similar to yours, you are likely to identify with them, with someone who is like you.

Opinion piece on a conversation I had with a liberal over the internet

Many of these schemes are internet based scams representing themselves to be disaster relief charities.

From the serious to the bizarre, 2007 was a year in contrast. Headliners included the California fires, Paris Hilton, Virginia Tech and an astronaut love triangle gone awry.

It's obviously appropriate somehow that state and federal gas taxes in America started at the one cent mark. It gives us more a broader sense of the tax hikes just in the last twenty years. And we can expect more hikes later after the non-existent gas tax holiday...

Associated Content is a wonderful forum for "citizen journalists," and it is transforming the face of media as we know it.

Illinois has announced that it will work to keep bridges open during construction. The construction was decided in the wake of the Minneapolis bridge tragedy.

Come to Minnesota this summer for a vacation sure to please. This article explores three areas the tourist family may wish to visit: the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Lake Superior's North Shore, and the Bemidji area.

It's a new year, but the same old nonsense--part 2

Valleyfair is Minnesota's number one amusement park. Located in Shakopee, a suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Valleyfair has excellent rides, games, entertainment, and it's own water park.

The Ice Haus Bed and Breakfast is just twenty minutes from Rochester, Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The Ice Haus Bed and Breakfast is also just ninety minutes south of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota.

A report issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation in the wake of a bridge collapse in Minneapolis which took the lives of at least five people showed deficiencies in local bridges.

The tragedy in Minneapolis reminds us to take a close look at our bridges.

Locals know that you must drive cautiously along Minnetonka Boulevard as soon as you reach the Carson's Bay Bridge in Deephaven because of the hidden police speed traps. Unsuspecting visitors who ...

In the light of the bridge collapse in Minneapolis, what are we to think about God's activity at such times?

In Monopoly Here and Now the game play is still the same as the classic Monopoly game. You have to buy property in which you will eventually build houses and hotels.

Canadian Pacific's Holiday Train is traveling across the Midwest. At scheduled stops, entertainers pour out of the train with Holiday songs and merriment.

Re-live pioneer life. Take in a minor league baseball game. Learn more about Caspar Collins' heroics. Ponder awesome Native American art. All this and more in Casper, Wyoming.

eci was a popular band during the early 90s, which produced three albums with hits, such as "Forever My Lady," "Cry For You," "Feenin," and "My Heart Belongs to You."

Millions of business travelers pass through our nation's airports every year. Which airports do they rate as the best and most 'business people friendly'? The vote is in and here they are.

A look at how Asians were portrayerd in movies and currently, on TV and in other media outlets.

The Department of Homeland Security, along with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Research and Development Center are undertaking an extensive survey of the nations bridges, looking at them from the prospects of all different scenarios.

The U.S. Northern Command celebrates its fifth birthday October 1st.

The Waste Land by T.S. Eliot is the poet's most famous work. In this paper the poem is interpreted on personal, societal, and human levels, with the interpretations backed up by published research.

Review of "I'm Not There" at the Woodstock Film Festival

A journal, of sorts, kept during my short stay in Vancouver, BC.

Mo Rocca lampoons the Twin Cities in a segment on the Tonight Show. There's lutefisk, a bicycling mayor, Jesse Ventura, and the reaffirmation of the masses ignorance.

Art, gardens, and observation tower

Citizens calling for laws that make it harder for dangerous individuals to get firearms demanded action at gatherings in over 25 cities and towns across the country yesterday.

Personal narative about a loving father's three day experience with his son's band.

Journalists have many different approaches to get you hooked on their articles, but what are some of the most popular and effective ways? Well read up!

This article provides a brief overview of what is like attending Carleton College

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Southwest Air used futures trading to control the cost of fuel. A jet does not have to use jet fuel, it is simply that jet fuel is designed for the engines it uses. That can be altered with new mechanics. And new manuals.

If you are visiting the Twin Cities for any reasons and want some ideas on how to have a great weekend- read this.

This paper looks at several films from Africa. These films more than likely have not been seen by the average or even the avid movie watcher. These, however, are films that should be seen by all. They are complex and politically charged.

How to use everything you encounter in your life to inspire you and stimulate the creative process.

While not strictly a "center," the Roseville Area Senior Program provides a variety of opportunities for seniors to connect and enrich their minds. This looks at some of the offerings provided by this offshoot of the Community Education Program.

In any year there are countless news stories in the United States. I have listed a few of the more important stories in the United States of America in 2007 in no particular order.

We've never had it this bad in 20 years. Strong, gusty winds with a heavy downpour of rain. To top it off, there were more than 20,000 residents without power for several hours, sadly my house was included.

What exactly were the worst car related accidents in US history? How do we determine how to figure that out? What are the criteria used in deciding? This article looks at some of the worst car wrecks in the history of the United States.

After my wife and I viewed the "Day in Pompeii" exhibit, we were left with some questions about the fate of the world if the volcanoes that are active today ever erupt.

This is one of the preeminent Bobby Vee compilation CDs, available for only a few dollars. Alternatively, for a complete, "original LP" reissue, try "A Bobby Vee Recording Session".

While many people enjoy the Mall of America, those who already live near abundant shopping may find it redundant, filled with stores they've been shopping at for years.

I love being an atheist. Being a non-believer gives me a great sense of power and wonder.

America, Britain, and the West have been infiltrated by a number of sources that have taken every step to assist the Global Jihad Movement.

This tri-state area in the midwest has lots to offer. If you are looking for a fun day trip for the whole family, check out these hot spots for some summer fun!

The potential impacts of any type of infrastructure failure are clear. The nation's economy relies on the transport of goods, services and people from point A to B.

Towns and cites across the State of Minnesota will celebrate Independence Day with festivals, entertainment, music, fun, and fireworks. Communities gather to celebrate the birthday of a great nation. Following are some of the celebrations in the State of Minnesota.

Duluth is a popular destination, for people who enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and forests in the vicinity.

Illinois Governor Blagojevich has announced the the state will spend $22 billion to fix up and reinforce Illinois bridges.

Wisconsin Dells is a popular Midwestern vacation destination with natural scenic beauty and many man-made attractions.

Summer classes were canceled for the day and 100 students, faculty, staff and maintenance personnel were quarantined at the State University in Moorhead after the mercury spill was discovered about 7:00 a.m. Tuesday.

What to do if you unfortunately find yourself in your car submerged in water.

Abigail Taylor underwent emergency surgery after Friday's incident and is in stable condition. What was left of her intestines had to be removed.

aThere are a myriad of restaurant choices in this city, ranging from hearty prime beef to seafood to ethnic specialties. Following are just a few of the fine dining options in Minneapolis.

Check here for my review of the Minneapolis restaurant and bar called 8th Street Grill. 8th Street Grill is Minneapolis has a great 32-tap seasonal beer selection and an outside patio that allows for smoking.

A new report from The "Center for Science in the Public Interest" is highlighting the biggest health concerns for diners across America and in Minneapolis.

Vintage clothing stores in Minneapolis, Minnesota, are a great resource for gently used period clothing. Vintage clothing store in Minneapolis, Minnesota, carry an assortment of clothing from the past to the present.

Hell's Kitchen in Minneapolis is one of my favorite places in the US for breakfast.

There are some absolutely amazing hotels in Minneapolis, MN. I researched and reviewed the top three hotels in this wonderful city.

Minneapolis has long been honored, by many charts, as one of the best places to live, work and enjoy a great quality of life. The city has been designated as one of the top destinations of 2007 and 2006 by Frommer's Travel.

Minneapolis caucuses were overflowing on Super Tuesday as voters lined up to decide who will become the next democratic nominee for president.

Descriptiion of a recent dining experience at D'Amico Cucina in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

If you like Brazilian foods and happen to be in Minneapolis, Minnesota then you should try Fogo de Chao and see what they can bring to the table.

A review of a few hip hop dance classes in the Minneapolis, Minnesota Metro area.

Minneapolis and St. Paul are known as the Twin Cities of Minnesota. Minneapolis is a sophisticated city with a diverse selection of fine dining restaurants. When you are going our for a special lunch or dinner, following are some of the top restaurant choices in Minneapolis.