Odds ‘n Sods:

Large power outage strikes downtown Seattle – P.S.

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M.B. in Alaska sent in this update on motorists who were warned to look out for a driver impersonating a peace officer. It turns out that it was actually an ATF agent. The officer’s vulgar display of unprofessionalism should further prompt calls to disband the agency that America simply does not need.

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Actor Viggo Mortensen is working on a film where the story line is about a father of six who rejects the modern world to raise his kids completely off the grid. I’m looking forward to seeing this movie. Why Viggo Mortensen Is Off the Grid – Send in by P.K.

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Speaking of movies that move you, “Roots”, the controversial (and facts-challenged) mini-series of 40 years ago is being remade in the modern trend of over-the-top violence and gore to cater to the Black Lives Matter era. In a day and age where actual facts don’t seem to matter very much, this is like pouring gasoline onto an already simmering race war. – T.P.

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Don’t get lost in the woods! Land Navigation Manual: Orienting With a Map & Compass – Sent in by DSV.