The Midwest is getting ready for a horde of cicadas, which are expected to emerge soon. (http://www.heraldnet.com/stories/07/05/21/100wir_a2cicada001.cfm?refresh=yes)
In preparation for an event of biblical proportions, here are a few facts about cicadas:
But it’s the incredible range of their voice — a half mile — that’s most impressive. If only we had that skill. Some things you could do with such a powerful voice:
And, probably the best option for a fog-horn quality voice:
If you’d like to hear what the cicadas sound like, that’s what the Internet is for. http://www.nwf.org/kidzone/kzPage.cfm?siteId=3&departmentId=186&articleId=750
Britain will soon begin issuing Harry Potter postage. (http://www.heraldnet.com/stories/07/05/21/100wir_a2stamps001.cfm?refresh=yes) No word on whether the stamps will be valid for owl post.
— Jessi Loerch, Herald staff
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