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How low did it go? These cities report in, including one whose record stood since 1885! Continue Reading » |
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| Looking Up: A Stargazer’s Guide To March 2015Here's a quick look at what's going on in the night sky during the coming month. Read More » |
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Current Moon Phase
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Today's Best Day Tasks
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Gardening Tasks
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