The Front Porch

[TWCJim]

I spent most of the day rebuilding my STAR database on a new host provider, because my old host provider, Yola, caught me using 7 pages (which is over the 3-page limit for free users) so I was forbidden to publish any more unless I pay and upgrade to remove the page limit. I seriously did not want to have to start all over again on a new host provider, but Yola pushed me over the edge 

So, I switched to another host provider, Webs.com, where I spent most of today rebuilding the database. Luckily, I had the submissions backed up on my computer, so it made the job a little easier 

Here is a link to the new STAR database:

http://weatherstardatabase.webs.com/

If you guys spot any typos and/or errors on the new site, let me know    Otherwise, enjoy the new database.

[Zach]

Just thought I could help you on linking to some videos of those STARs

22567

Williamsburg IntelliStar - July 26, 2011 - 10:28 PM ET

22798

Savannah, GA IntelliSTAR Clip- 7/26/09 @ 11:28 PM ET

24131

Satellite Local Forecast - Green Logo - November 14, 2011

24625

IntelliStar - Tornado Warning - June 6, 2013

24629

deinterlace test

27100

IntelliStar - July 24, 2011 - 10:58 AM ET

[Trevor]

IntelliStar:
31055 - MetroCast - Starkville, MS

TWC - Starkville IntelliStar - Moon Phases/Mosaic Radar

[TWCJim]

IntelliStar:
31055 - MetroCast - Starkville, MS

TWC - Starkville IntelliStar - Moon Phases/Mosaic Radar

Wow, that's the highest IntelliSTAR ID number I've seen! 

That unit is now in the database, along with Zach's video links.

[Trevor]

I know. I didn't bring my tuner because I doubted the hotel even had a STAR. This unit also has the more mosaic radar, that's the only way I can explain it...it just looks like someone turned off smoothing on the radar lol.

[Zach]

I know. I didn't bring my tuner because I doubted the hotel even had a STAR. This unit also has the more mosaic radar, that's the only way I can explain it...it just looks like someone turned off smoothing on the radar lol.

The "mosaic" image you describe is simply due to how zoomed out the radar is. It's worse on 24629, as seen in this video:

IntelliStar Forecast - September 3, 2011 - 11:18 AM ET

[Trevor]

Thanks Zach. I had no clue why it did that.

[Localonthe8s]

I lost 5.6 pounds yesterday alone constantly walking setting up the carts during my shift yesterday 1pm - 10pm

now down to 224 pounds.

great job buddy!

[jtmal0723]

How much further can school districts get lower? http://now.msn.com/holli-mccann-11-ate-a-chocolate-bar-on-a-school-trip-and-paid-the-price-for-her-crime?ocid=fbmsn

[Metarvo]

Kids used to joke about school being "prison," and the sad truth is that this is becoming reality with all of these mindless regulations.  It's no wonder schools are failing with this kind of garbage going on.

 

[phw115wvwx]

I've heard that joke about school and sometimes felt it myself.  It makes sense why kids these days have no motivation to learn before getting slapped in the face harshly by reality after high school.

[toxictwister00]

This is old news, but I was surprised by it because I didn't know an entire city could do this!

Detroit Files for Bankruptcy; Largest US City to Do So
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/07/22/detroit-bankruptcy-how-fast-will-it-go/2574013/

Also the Royal Baby will be here soon...Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge went into labor this morning. Will there be a future KING or QUEEN?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-royal-baby-20130722,0,7314512.story

[Trevor]

Detroit wasn't allowed to file because it "violated the state's constitution". IMO if the city is in trouble like Detroit is, they should have been able to do it.

[phw115wvwx]

Has everyone been enjoying their summer so far?  It's been pretty quiet around here, but I imagine some of you of are on vacation now.  I sure hope to reach mine in 24 days.

[TWCCraig]

Summer has been good here. Been hanging out with friends and going on vacation next week. Hope everyone else is enjoying theirs.