Seven percent of Americans think chocolate milk comes from brown cows. If that sounds like a joke, it s not. And if it sounds like a dig at stupid people, it s not that either. The disconnect between modern Americans and their food is at a terrifying level, because the political and social consequences are part of what has caused such astonishing and devastating division between rural and urban America. So if
Silo feels like an educational drama, that s because it is and with good reason and double intention.
It s a small disaster movie, built around the terrifying risks caused by grain engulfment. Remember how films in the 1970s taught everyone that quicksand was a leading cause of death? Grain engulfment is the real deal, killing people every year. Basically, it s when someone is in one of those giant grain silos, the grain beneath them shifts, and it just swallows them up. It s a horrifying way to die, and one summed up by a raw sense of powerlessness. The person swallowed up,
National Firefighters Foundation wants people to shine their lights for firefighters
Shining a red light at a home or work is part of International Firefighters Day and a way of thanking them.
Posted: May 4, 2021 5:19 PM
Updated: May 4, 2021 8:56 PM
Posted By: Jeremy Wall
ROCHESTER, Minn. - May 4th is more than just a day for Star Wars but it s also International Firefighters Day.
In honor of it, The National Firefighters Foundation is inviting people Tuesday night to shine a red light at their home or business. The light will recognize the hard work the brave men and women do every day to keep people safe.
Sukup Manufacturing plays key role in new movie
During the production of Silo , the Sheffield-based grain bin manufacturer helped design sets for the movie, which will be released in theaters, streaming and DVD/Blu-Ray on Friday
Posted: May 5, 2021 1:33 AM
Updated: May 5, 2021 7:05 AM
Posted By: Alex Jirgens
SHEFFIELD, Iowa - A production featuring a North Iowa grain bin manufacturer is hitting the big screen.
Inspired by true events, Silo depicts a teenager getting trapped inside of a grain bin in American farm town. Much of the movie was filmed inside two airplane hangars at the Mason City Airport, where two Sukup bins were set up. In addition, some scenes were shot just outside Dougherty, and in Kentucky. Also, Clear Lake firefighters and EMTs were on hand during filming.
Zeus Brewing Co. Honors Fallen Hudson Valley Firefighter
A Dutchess County brewery is brewing up something special for a fallen Hudson Valley firefighter.
Back on May 5th of 2015, Poughkeepsie firefighter Tim Timbo Gunther made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his Hudson Valley community. Zeus Brewery in the City of Poughkeepsie has created a new brew that will be available to the public on Wednesday, May 5th 2021.
According to the
Zeus Brewing Co. Facebook page the limited edition brew is a thirst quenching blonde ale called PK’S BRAVEST: 2ND ALARM . The new brew will not only be available in a beautifully designed can, but will also be available on tap.
Living in Pensacola since 1996, I have gained experience with hurricanes. I know what it s like when they hit. There is the fear of the impact, the preparation for the storm, the actual storm and then the rebuild. Right after the storm, depending on how hard it hits and in what areas, there are a variety of reactions. Depending on the situation, people s emotions range from profound sadness over the destruction to relief if no one has been killed or injured. There is also a sense of digging in together, of neighbor helping neighbor. More emotions arise when the power comes back on, when roads are cleared, when roofs are repaired, etc. The feelings vary from person to person.