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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: June 12, 2012, 09:43:48 AM »
So sorry to hear about your loss, Martin. But, wow, 98!
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General Weather Chat / Re: National Weather Service that serves/ used to serve your area
« on: June 09, 2012, 10:38:28 AM »
NWS Quad Cities, and while I am at school it's NWS Chicago.
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General Weather Chat / Re: What's the weather in your area?
« on: June 09, 2012, 10:37:11 AM »
Right now, it's 75 and Mostly Sunny.
My forecast calls for a high of 90 degrees with Mostly Sunny skies for my area.
My forecast calls for a high of 90 degrees with Mostly Sunny skies for my area.
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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: May 21, 2012, 11:06:46 AM »
I did not enjoy math until Calculus I. I was HORRIBLE at algebra, which made me nervous for Calculus. My trigonometry skills were okay, but became great when integrating it with Calculus.
For those wanting to go into meteorology and are not going for it or thinking about not going it because of the math, GO FOR IT! Just take each class step by step and you'll do great!
For those wanting to go into meteorology and are not going for it or thinking about not going it because of the math, GO FOR IT! Just take each class step by step and you'll do great!
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OCMs & Personalities / Re: BREAKING: Dr. Rick Knabb now director of the NHC
« on: May 21, 2012, 11:02:24 AM »
Good for Dr. Rick Knabb. He'll be missed.
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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: May 14, 2012, 11:43:32 AM »I did consider a Mathematics minor, but I'm "mathed out." Quite a few of my meteorology friends are going that route. It makes sense, because it's only 2 extra classes. One of the classes I have to take is linear algebra. I'd rather take the calculus sequence over again than take an algebra classI've also axed my broadcast journalism minor. I absolutely hated it after one class! So, I've decided to minor in geography, which half of the classes are electives, which I am making weather-related.I was able to minor in Mathematics, but everyone has their own preferences here. Geography does have some relevance with Meteorology, so it's a decent choice.
I'm not sure you all realized it earlier today, but we just passed 14,000 posts on the Front Porch!
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Everything Else TWC / Re: General TWC Discussion
« on: May 14, 2012, 11:40:05 AM »TWC is going to show the "Super Preview of The Amazing Spider Man" Sometime tonight according to a Networks of NBC promo.Well that makes sense, because Spider Man has everything to do with weather. Wait.. Ugh.
I guess I shouldn't be surprised at this point.83
Programming and Graphics / Re: Wake Up With Al
« on: May 14, 2012, 11:38:01 AM »
The new graphics are pretty neat, but that's all I've really got to say about WUWA.
I'm a little annoyed by the WUWA promos on shows such as Weather Center Live. "Here's a look at what you missed on Wake Up With Al this week..." Oh, 2 things about weather and the rest celebrities. SWEET!
I'm a little annoyed by the WUWA promos on shows such as Weather Center Live. "Here's a look at what you missed on Wake Up With Al this week..." Oh, 2 things about weather and the rest celebrities. SWEET!
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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: May 13, 2012, 01:51:30 PM »If you do that, Trevor, you might as well just stick with Meteorology. I am taking the same pre-requisite math and physics classes as engineering majorsIn the event that meteorology wouldn't work out for me, I'd be working as a technician at either ThyssenKrupp Elevator or Simplex Grinnell fire alarms.You would still likely need college schooling for those.. but in the engineering field in lieu of the meteorology field
.I have officially completed the Physics and Calculus sequence for my MET degree. Thank the good lord. Now, I just have to get through Differential Equations this summer and I'll complete all the difficult math (minus my actual meteorology classes) for my degree.Congrats! All that math will begin to make more sense when you start applying it to your Meteorology courses.
Most definitely. I'm looking forward to it, surprisingly. I learn things better when they are relevant (as I am sure most people do).
I've also axed my broadcast journalism minor. I absolutely hated it after one class! So, I've decided to minor in geography, which half of the classes are electives, which I am making weather-related.
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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: May 12, 2012, 12:09:13 PM »
Ick, AP. Glad I never had to deal with that in high school. Although, I wish I would have pushed myself to get into those classes. Might have made this college thing a little easier .
I have officially completed the Physics and Calculus sequence for my MET degree. Thank the good lord. Now, I just have to get through Differential Equations this summer and I'll complete all the difficult math (minus my actual meteorology classes) for my degree.
.I have officially completed the Physics and Calculus sequence for my MET degree. Thank the good lord. Now, I just have to get through Differential Equations this summer and I'll complete all the difficult math (minus my actual meteorology classes) for my degree.
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General Discussion / Re: NWS website redesign
« on: May 12, 2012, 12:04:54 PM »
I definitely like the new design. But, as other stated, I don't think there's a problem with the way it currently looks.
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General Discussion / Re: The Front Porch
« on: April 08, 2012, 12:56:16 PM »
Hello, all. I can't even remember the last time I posted on the forums, but just thought I'd come by and see what's up, especially since I've noticed some changes on TWC. Good Lord.
Anyway, I've been very busy with college, more busy than I ever thought I would be. I didn't think that being at a university would be such a dramatic difference from the community college. I am having the time of my life, and am loving every minute of it. Being a meteorology major is tough stuff. By the end of this summer I will have FINALLY finished my math sequence! Also this summer, I'll be doing an internship at one of the local television stations I grew up watching, and I cannot wait! I have one more year left and I will be a meteorologist, it's amazing how fast it goes.
Martin, I LOVE that graphic you posted about the winter and transitioning into the new season. This winter did make me very angry and frustrated. But hey, it happens. We can always look forward to next year, right
Hope all is well with everyone else! Have a fantastic Easter.
Anyway, I've been very busy with college, more busy than I ever thought I would be. I didn't think that being at a university would be such a dramatic difference from the community college. I am having the time of my life, and am loving every minute of it. Being a meteorology major is tough stuff. By the end of this summer I will have FINALLY finished my math sequence! Also this summer, I'll be doing an internship at one of the local television stations I grew up watching, and I cannot wait! I have one more year left and I will be a meteorologist, it's amazing how fast it goes.
Martin, I LOVE that graphic you posted about the winter and transitioning into the new season. This winter did make me very angry and frustrated. But hey, it happens. We can always look forward to next year, right
Hope all is well with everyone else! Have a fantastic Easter.
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Programming and Graphics / Re: TWC Weekday Schedule Changes 3/26
« on: April 08, 2012, 12:49:22 PM »
I somewhat agree with "WeatherWitness."
I am not a huge fan of Chris Warren, and I don't mind Crystal Egger (I know I am probably in the minority there ), but I don't think they belong on Weather Center Live.
I think Kelly Cass and Paul Goodloe should have that spot, and then Chris and Crystal be on the later editions. I was watching Chris and Crystal's WCL coverage of the Dallas tornadoes, and I almost had to turn the channel. It just seemed like they were stumbling far too often.
I am not a huge fan of Chris Warren, and I don't mind Crystal Egger (I know I am probably in the minority there
), but I don't think they belong on Weather Center Live. I think Kelly Cass and Paul Goodloe should have that spot, and then Chris and Crystal be on the later editions. I was watching Chris and Crystal's WCL coverage of the Dallas tornadoes, and I almost had to turn the channel. It just seemed like they were stumbling far too often.
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Programming and Graphics / Re: Wake Up With Al
« on: April 08, 2012, 12:45:28 PM »
Hi, all. Long time no post, haha.
I think that Abrams anchoring along with Al is a great idea. However, I don't like the idea of her co-anchoring Your Weather Today from New York. Makes no sense to me. If TWC does like the "chemistry" of Al and Steph in the same room and make it permanent, then what's going to happen to Your Weather Today. Will that turn in to what WUWA used to be, one anchor in Atlanta, one in New York?
Maria La Rosa would be a fantastic YWT candidate if they would look to replace Steph. However, I don't see Steph leaving YWT. It shall be interesting to see what happens.
I think that Abrams anchoring along with Al is a great idea. However, I don't like the idea of her co-anchoring Your Weather Today from New York. Makes no sense to me. If TWC does like the "chemistry" of Al and Steph in the same room and make it permanent, then what's going to happen to Your Weather Today. Will that turn in to what WUWA used to be, one anchor in Atlanta, one in New York?
Maria La Rosa would be a fantastic YWT candidate if they would look to replace Steph. However, I don't see Steph leaving YWT. It shall be interesting to see what happens.
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General Discussion / Re: The Pot Belly Stove
« on: January 10, 2012, 12:17:10 AM »Love this new local news promo:
Great promo! And you guys have Courtney Brennan. She used to be here in my market. I miss watching her reports.