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Monday, March 18, 2024

Family-Friendly Hawaii Resorts

Above, the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Resort. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Resort was a favorite place to stay for Elvis Presley. According to an article in Travel Weekly, it is also a good place to stay if one has children in tow.

I have never personally stayed there, but I did wander around the resort's outside area and bought some ice cream at their ice cream stand. 

Travel Weekly has posted a list of the best resorts in Hawaii for families.

They begin it with: 

Considering that Hawaii visitors will be spending the majority of time outside of their hotel rooms, it's not always necessary to find a resort that caters to children and teens, or even has amenities they might appreciate. But there are some Hawaii resorts that do, and the kids love them for it.

Here's my short list of hotels where I've personally stayed with kids and that I would recommend for any families traveling to Hawaii. 

To read more, go here

National Park Service Sued Over Cashless Policies

Above, the South Entrance gate to Yellowstone National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

What part of the U.S. dollar's being "legal tender" does the National Park Service not understand? 

Apparently, several parks (maybe all of them) under the National Park Service are refusing cash from visitors and are only accepting credit or debit cards. This has led to three lawsuits (at this time).

National Parks Traveler reported:

The National Park Service's increasing move to only accept credit cards for entrance to parks has driven three visitors to sue the agency, saying its policy is unreasonable and an abuse of discretion and that federal law states that legal tender is suitable "for all public charges."

Esther van der Werf of Ojai, California, Toby Stover, of High Falls, New York, and Elizabeth Dasburg, of Darien, Georgia, brought the lawsuit [attached below] earlier this month after being told their U.S. currency would not be accepted for entry into Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Tonto National Monument, Saguaro National Park, Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Site, and Fort Pulaski National Monument.

"NPS’s violation of federal law cannot be overlooked in favor of any purported benefit NPS cashless could hope to achieve, such as reducing logistics of handling cash collected," reads a section of the lawsuit. "Moreover, there is an increased cost to the NPS in going cashless, such as additional processing fees that will be borne by NPS and by visitors who ultimately fund the federal government through taxes, in addition to personal surcharges and bank fees visitors may incur under NPS cashless policy.

"However, plaintiffs do not ask the court to prohibit NPS from accepting credit cards, debit cards, or digital payment methods (such as ApplePay) should visitors to NPS sites prefer to use them. Rather, plaintiffs ask the court to restore entrance to NPS sites to those who cannot access non-cash payment methods (and those who choose not to) by declaring NPS cashless to be unlawful."

Us "geezers" don't have to worry about this as our national park Senior Pass gets us in without having to pay anything. Still, I agree that the NPS should also accept cash for entry fees.

To read more, go here

The Continuing Snow

 

Above, the front yard minutes ago. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Moderate to heavy mountain snow continues to impact the Southern Rockies and Four Corners region today. - National Weather Service.

Starting yesterday afternoon, another round of snow hit Jamestown, New Mexico. It continued overnight.

We are getting some occasional snow showers, but it is light.

The forecast by the National Weather Service:

Today
A 20 percent chance of showers after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday
A slight chance of snow showers before 9am, then a slight chance of rain and snow showers between 9am and noon, then rain showers likely after noon. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Tuesday Night
A chance of rain showers, mixing with snow after 9pm, then gradually ending. Some thunder is also possible. Cloudy, with a low around 29. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Wednesday
A slight chance of rain and snow showers before noon, then a chance of rain showers. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Since today will be around 49°, the snow (about 2") will likely be melted away by noon.

Just when we thought that the snows have stopped for the season, the past few days have proven otherwise.

Classic Rock Music Monday

The stuff that now passes as "music", particularly rock 'n roll, leaves me cold. So, to start off the week, here's a video of a classic rock artist.

To start off the week, we have Nazareth from Scotland with their hit from 1974, "Love Hurts". The videos today are the studio and live versions featuring original lead singer Dan McCafferty.

From Wikipedia:

Nazareth are a Scottish hard rock band formed in Dunfermline in 1968 that had many hit singles and albums in Canada, the United Kingdom, and a number of other European countries beginning in the early 1970s. The breadth of their popularity expanded internationally, including in the United States, with their 1975 album Hair of the Dog, which featured their hits "Hair of the Dog" and a cover of the ballad "Love Hurts". They have continued to record and tour internationally for more than 50 years.  

Nazareth announced McCafferty's retirement from the band due to ill health on 28 August 2013.   

On 8 November 2022, Dan McCafferty died at the age of 76. 




Sunday, March 17, 2024

Killer of State Police Officer Captured

Above, Jaremy Smith shown in a police photo. New Mexico State Police photo.

A wanted cop and paramedic killer has been captured following a police chase in Bernalillo County.

According to ABC News:

The suspect wanted in the killings of a New Mexico state trooper and a South Carolina paramedic was captured Sunday following a shooting involving law enforcement, authorities said.

The suspect, Jaremy Smith, was taken into custody in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, after leading police on a chase that resulted in a shooting involving at least one deputy from the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, according to the New Mexico State Police.

Smith is suspected in the fatal shooting of New Mexico State Police officer Justin Hare early Friday and the slaying of Phonesia Machado-Fore, a South Carolina paramedic who was reported missing on Thursday, authorities said.

The 33-year-old suspect, who was identified on Saturday by police, was the subject of a massive manhunt. New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler had said during a news conference, "Jaremy Smith, we are coming for you."

Hopefully, Smith will be extradited to South Carolina for trial and, possibly, executed if found guilty. South Carolina has the death penalty.

To read more, go here.

Don’t Make These 5 National Parks Mistakes!

Above, wildlife should only be observed from a safe distance. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

A new term has been coined for stupid people doing stupid things in our national parks. It is touron. It is a combination of the words tourist and moron.

There seems to a lot of tourons out in the national parks these days. 

RV Travel has posted a video and article on five mistakes people make in our national parks.

They begin it with:

The team from CampBrood says there are some surefire ways to spot a National Park beginner and these 5 national park mistakes are a dead giveaway that the person is a new, inexperienced visitor in the national parks.

But fear not. Not only does the video show you five beginner national park mistakes—it also shows how to correct them. The video also says that from time to time, even experienced travelers make some of these national park mistakes.

To read more and see the video, go here

Happy St. Patrick's Day

 

The pot at the end of the rainbow.

Hawaii: Tips For A Big Island Visit

Above, a helicopter view of double waterfalls on the Hilo side of the Big Island. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

A good time of the year to visit Hawaii is in May and June.

Most people to to Honolulu and Waikiki, but there's plenty to see and do on the Big Island of Hawaii.

One interesting place on the Big Island is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that includes Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes. We took a helicopter tour of the park and were able to see lava in one of Kilauea's craters.

Travel Weekly has posted a Q & A with a travel expert with her tips on visiting the Big Island.

It begins with:

The Big Island of Hawaii is home to five volcanoes and offers a diverse landscape as well as some of the most unique experiences in the Islands. It also offers a challenge, because of its size, to anyone who's planning a vacation there and looking to squeeze in as much enjoyment as possible on a short stay.

To read more, go here

Saturday, March 16, 2024

For You Foodies


One of the easiest meals to prepare are ones from Del Real Foods.

They are located in supermarket meat section and are easy to prepare since they're already cooked. One can either heat them up with the ol' trusty microwave or on a stovetop.

One of my favorites is their Chile Verde.

Last night, I tried out their Pollo Asada. Along with it, I also had their Arroz Con Vegetables as a side dish.

Both came out good. I had about half of the chicken and will have the remaining half tonight. There is plenty in the Arroz Con Vegetables for another meal and some snacking.

Here's last night's meal after plating (before I added Hatch Valley salsa:


7 Amazing One-Day Road Trips In Utah

Above, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is one of the recommended road trips. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Need some ideas for a summer (or spring) road trip vacation?

It just so happens that TheTravel has posted seven "amazing" one-day road trips in Utah.

They begin with:

There's nothing quite like a road trip. The USA is a huge country, with so many sites that it would take a lifetime to experience them all. Even exploring a single state can be quite an undertaking, particularly a state as diverse as Utah.

Thankfully, travelers don't have to hop on one of the giant US national park road trips to enjoy Utah's scenery. A variety of simple, one-day Utah road trip itinerary options exist throughout the state, with each drive offering unique views and beautiful stops.

From the mountains of Central Utah to the red rock country further south, these are seven fantastic one-day road trip itineraries in Utah to explore the state's incredible landscapes.

To see what they are, go here

Injury Lawyer Larry H. Parker Dies At 75

Above, Larry H. Parker in an early advertisement.

Here's a blast from the past of my days in Los Angeles.

Injury attorney Larry H. Parker of Los Angeles has passed away at age 75.

He was well-known in Los Angeles for his television advertisements and billboards for his personal injury law firm.

According to the L.A. Daily News:

Attorney Larry H. Parker, a decades-long Southern California legal fixture whose television ads and billboards made him almost a household name, has died at age 75, it was reported Friday.

TMZ reported Parker’s death, citing his law partner Ron Beck and Parker’s daughter-in-law. No details about the circumstances or timing of his death were immediately available.

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has been in operation for nearly 50 years, now boasting more than 125 attorneys, primarily handling accident and personal injury cases. The firm’s television ads, which are almost unavoidable for Southern California viewers, boast that its attorneys are “successful in 95% of our cases.”

I dealt with his law firm on a number of occasions over the years when I was a casualty claims adjuster. In actuality, the law firm was easy to deal with. His phone number in the ads was easy to remember with its "0000".

In New Mexico, the accident law firm with billboards and television ads similar to Parker's that immediately come to mind is Keller & Keller. 

To read more, go here.

Friday, March 15, 2024

Fish Becomes Angry Left-Wing Activist

 


Biden Signs Pro-Gun Bill


Well, well, well.

His Fraudulency Joe Biden has signed a "minibus" bill that includes a change in the law prohibiting some veterans of their Second Amendment rights. Their rights have been restored.

According to an article in the Buckeye Firearms Association website, Biden is described as angry, while gun-owners are shocked.

They wrote:

Sometimes there's an upside to mental decline — like when the president stumbles into signing a bill that restores Second Amendment rights for America's veterans.

You read that right.

Gun Grabber in Chief Joe Biden recently signed a bill that reversed a policy that has been infringing on gun rights for more than a quarter century.

Here's the story.

Earlier this month, Congress approved a package of legislation to fund various government agencies that corrects a longstanding and shameful practice that had been depriving American veterans of their Second Amendment rights since 1998. The development marked the culmination of a decades-long effort by the NRA to ensure that members of the military with service-connected disabilities could collect the benefits they had earned without fear of forfeiting the right to keep and bear arms. Despite President Biden’s anger over the inclusion of this pro-gun provision in the so-called “minibus” package, he signed the legislation into law on Saturday.

The Department of Veterans Affairs gun ban is a case study of how anti-gun officials opportunistically exploit seemingly benign government programs to advance their objectives. It’s undoing in the 1,050-page spending package, on the other hand, is a case study of sustained pro-gun advocacy in action.

To read the full article, go here

A Steve Garvey Story

Above, a vintage Steve Garvey baseball card.

Now that former Dodger and Padre Steve Garvey is the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in California against Rep. Adam "Pencil Neck" Schiff, it reminds me of a story that took place at work back in the 1980s.

At the time, Garvey and his first wife Cyndy split up and she started dating composer Marvin Hamlisch. A group of us were at lunch in the lunchroom talking about her being with Hamlisch. Another co-worker, Norma, walked in on the discussion.

She hadn't heard about Cyndy Garvey being with Hamlisch and when she heard our discussion, she exclaimed out loud,  "Marvin Hamlisch?! That's like being with Wally Cox!"

Naturally, this was met with laughter from the group.

More Snow Yesterday

Above, a view of the snowfall from the den. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

It was a good thing that I was able to get the Mustang from the mechanic's yesterday morning and do some grocery shopping. (Thanks, Nandoh!) We received some more snow yesterday afternoon.

The snowfall, at times, got pretty heavy. But most of it melted away by evening. We are expected to receive some more snow today. The storms are to be coming in through Monday.

We are under a Winter Storm Warning until 6:00 tomorrow morning.

Pierce Brosnan Fined $500 For Yellowstone Violation

Above, Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan got a relatively light sentence for hiking off trail in Yellowstone National Park in November.

He could have received the maximum sentence of $5,000.

According to SweetwaterNOW:

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — Pierce Brosnan, 70, of Malibu, California, was fined $500, and required to pay a $1,000 community service payment to the Yellowstone Forever Geological Fund, a $30 court processing fee, and a $10 special assessment. U.S. Magistrate Judge Stephanie A. Hambrick imposed the sentence on March 14, in Mammoth, Wyoming. 

Mr. Brosnan pleaded guilty to foot travel in a thermal area. According to court documents, on or about Nov. 1, 2023, Brosnan uploaded pictures to his Instagram page of himself standing on a Yellowstone National Park thermal feature at Mammoth Hot Springs. There are signs posted in the area that warn visitors of the dangers of thermal features and state that visitors must remain on the designated boardwalks and trails.

The United States Attorney’s Office asked the court to sentence Brosnan to 2 years’ probation and the maximum fine of $5,000.

 At least Brosnan owned up to it by pleading guilty.

To read more, go here.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

"Godzilla Minus One" Nearly Missed Its Shot At An Oscar

Above, the Godzilla statue at the main entrance to Toho Studios outside of Tokyo. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Here's something interesting.

Toho Co., Ltd. President Hiroyasu Matsuoka did not want to submit Godzilla Minus One for Academy Awards consideration for special effects at first.

He later changed his mind when he learned about something of the nomination process. He's now glad he changed his mind.

Comicbook.com posted an article about this tidbit.

It begins with:

It may have taken 70 years, but at last, Godzilla has taken on the Academy Awards and won. Over the weekend, fans watched as Godzilla Minus One took home a well-deserved Oscar for Best Visual Effects. The award marks a first for the Godzilla IP as the kaiju has never been honored by The Academy Awards before. And in a recent interview, the president of Toho Company admits he almost kept Godzilla Minus One from the awards entirely.

The confession comes from Nikkei as Hiroyasu Matsuoka sat down to chat about Godzilla Minus One. It was there the president of Toho Company admitted he did not want to even submit the movie for nomination to the Oscars.

"Let's not enter a nomination application for Best Visual Effects, it's just not possible. The cost of visual effects for Godzilla Minus One is an order of magnitude different from that of a Hollywood blockbuster. I didn't think it was even possible," he shared.

To read the full article, go here

Facebook Accused of Silencing NM GOP Candidate

Above, GOP candidate Angelita Mejia.

It looks like Facebook is gearing up to interfere in the 2024 election campaign.

The latest is the removal of a Republican candidate's Facebook page with no explanation, except their usual "community standards" violation bullshit.

According to Piñon Post:

In a recent development that has sparked controversy and debate over freedom of speech on social media platforms, Angelita Mejia, a Republican candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives, found herself censored by Facebook. Mejia, who is running unopposed in District 58 in Chaves County, had taken to Facebook to announce her candidacy and seek support in the form of ballot petition signatures, a requirement for official candidacy in New Mexico.

Mejia’s campaign and personal Facebook pages were abruptly deactivated within a day of her posting about her campaign and the need for petition signatures. Facebook cited a violation of its “community standards” as the reason for the shutdown but failed to provide a specific explanation for the action. This left Mejia and her campaign in the dark, unable to reach potential supporters through the platform as the crucial deadline for signature submission approached.

Steve Pearce, the Chairman of the Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM), expressed his concern over the incident, calling it an attempt by Facebook to silence a conservative voice. He said, “This is clearly an attempt by Facebook to silence a conservative Republican woman and to prevent her from being able to collect signatures needed to place her name on the ballot for the upcoming primary election.”

To read more, go here

The Guns Are Wrong In Most Westerns

 

Scrivner's Carhop Drive-In Restaurants

 

Above, Scrivner's Drive-In at Cahuenga and Ivar in Hollywood.

The first drive-in restaurant with carhop service was in 1923, but the drive-in restaurants didn't take off until the 1940s and 1950s following World War II.

A prominent drive-in carhop restaurant in Los Angeles was Scrivner's. They had several locations. My parents and I went to the one in Inglewood at 3425 West Manchester Blvd. Many times, my parents mentioned seeing D.J. Art Laboe at the Inglewood restaurant in the 1950s whenever we heard him on the radio in the 1970s. Laboe apparently broadcast his radio shows from different Scrivner's.

Above, a carhop retrieving a tray in the 1930s.

What's a carhop?

According to Wikipedia:
A carhop is a waiter or waitress who brings fast food to people in their cars at drive-in restaurants. Carhops usually work on foot but sometimes use roller skakes.
Above, a vintage ad for Scrivner's with their list of locations.

The Inglewood Scrivner's location closed in the 1960s and demolished.. The Guardian convalescent hospital was built at the former restaurant's location.

There were other chains of drive-in restaurants besides Scrivner's. None of them exist today.

Above, Art Laboe (with microphone) and fans at a Scrivner's remote broadcast.

There are some 1950s-themed drive-in carhop restaurants springing up today such as Mel's Drive-In and Sonic. I have been to the Sonic in Gallup, but wasn't impressed with their burgers. It appears nostalgia is alive and well.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

No Drive To Gallup Today

Above, this was taken a few minutes ago. Photo  by Armand Vaquer.

It was decided that going into Gallup to pick up the Mustang was not a good idea as we had a snowstorm.

It came down quite heavy at times. It got to about a couple of inches deep, even though the outside temperature was not optimum for snow accumulation.

Then it stopped for a while, but started up again within this hour. This time, it is almost whiteout conditions. It is about 39° outside.

We will try to go into Gallup tomorrow.

Silver Spot Price Over $25.00/toz

We don't know how long this will last or if silver's spot price will go up further or fall, but as of now, it is at $25.13/toz.

Here's the current COMEX silver spot price:



Mustang Ready, But...


This is going to be interesting.

The mechanic called a few minutes ago and said the Mustang is ready for pick up. It is now snowing here in Jamestown and it is also snowing in Gallup. 

The forecast for precipitation around 12:30 to 1:30 will be around 60-70%, That will be the time I will be heading into Gallup.

It will be mix of rain and snow at that time. I am not concerned about my driving, but I am leery about the other drivers (especially truckers) driving in those conditions. Maybe I'll drive on Route 66 from Gallup to Iyanbito and then get on Interstate 40 at Iyanbito. 

Winter Storm Watch

 


Winter Storm Watch

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
237 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2024

NMZ206-131800-
/O.EXB.KABQ.WW.Y.0014.240313T1200Z-240314T1200Z/
/O.CON.KABQ.WS.A.0011.240314T1800Z-240316T1200Z/
West Central Mountains-
237 AM MDT Wed Mar 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 AM
MDT THURSDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35
  mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow
  accumulations between 3 and 6 inches except between 6 and 12
  inches above 8000 feet possible. Locally higher amounts are
  possible on Mount Taylor. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...West Central Mountains.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to
  6 AM MDT Thursday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Thursday
  afternoon through late Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire
  chains may be necessary if traveling through mountain passes.
  Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near-blizzard conditions are possible
  Thursday night through Friday. Visibility will be significantly
  reduced due to falling and blowing snow. Treacherous conditions
  are possible along I-40.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, dial 511 or 1.800.432.4269, or visit http://nmroads.com.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Rain, Snow Coming In

Above, snow back on January 26. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

It looks like we going to get a snowstorm starting today and on through the weekend.

I was considering going to the National Money Show this weekend in Colorado Springs, but since the storm is coming in, I think it more prudent to skip it.

From the National Weather Service for Jamestown, New Mexico:

Today
Rain and snow showers, mainly after 9am. Some thunder is also possible. High near 42. West wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Tonight
Rain and snow showers likely, becoming all snow after 7pm, then gradually ending. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Thursday
A chance of rain and snow showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 43. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Thursday Night
Snow showers, possibly mixed with rain, becoming all snow after 3am. Low around 32. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday
Snow showers likely before 9am, then rain and snow showers likely between 9am and noon, then rain showers after noon. Patchy blowing snow before 9am. High near 42. Breezy, with a southeast wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday Night
Snow showers. Low around 26. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Saturday
A 50 percent chance of snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 43.
Saturday Night
A 20 percent chance of snow showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 25.
Sunday

A slight chance of snow showers before noon, then a chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 45. Chance of precipitation is 50%. 

UPDATE (9:23): 
Right on schedue,it has started to snow.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Coup Attempt In Russia, Putin Evacuated

For Navajo and Hopi Tribes, Daylight Savings Is Confusing

Above, the Navajo Nation's Hubbell Trading Post in Ganado, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Whenever I go into Arizona during the summer months, I have to be mindful that the state is not observing Daylight Savings Time. 

Arizona is under Mountain Time, the same as New Mexico, but with the exception of the Navajo Nation within the state, Daylight Saving Time is not observed. The Navajo Nation in Arizona observes Daylight Savings Time.

However, the Hopi tribe does not observe Daylight Savings Time. 

As one can imagine, this causes a lot of confusion.

The Arizona Daily Sun has posted an article on how bad the confusion gets.

They begin with:

Those who live on the Arizona portion of the Navajo Nation — the largest Native American reservation in the U.S. — endure mind-bending calculations every March through November.

The Navajo Nation, which also stretches into Utah and New Mexico, reset its clocks for one hour later despite being situated between two territories that remain on standard time: the rest of Arizona and the neighboring Hopi reservation.

It's made for an especially unique situation with the Hopi reservation, which is landlocked within the Navajo Nation and goes by standard time year-round. A stretch of U.S. 160 in Tuba City is the de facto border between the two reservations and two time zones.

To read the full article, go here

California's One-Gun-A-Month Law Struck Down

California's hare-brained anti-Second Amendment laws are being struck down one-by-one.

The latest is the state's one-gun-a-month law is the latest to be struck down.

From Reuters:

March 11 (Reuters) - A California law barring the purchase of more than one gun in a 30-day period was struck down on Monday by a federal judge who said it failed a test for state laws laid out in the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court ruling expanding gun rights.

U.S. District Judge William Hayes sided with a group of California residents, gun retailers and gun rights nonprofits in finding that the one-gun-a-month law did not fit within the nation’s historical tradition of firearms regulation. The law remains in place for now because the judge stayed his ruling for 30 days to give the state time to appeal.

The ruling, is the latest to deem a state gun law unconstitutional in the wake of the high court’s landmark decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, which dramatically expanded gun rights.

To read more, go here

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