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The Compound – Palm Bay Florida’s Ghost Streets

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:27:52 EDT

Driving into the desolate area known to local Palm Bay residents as ‘The Compound’, is like being plopped into a zombie lurking, post-apocalyptic landscape.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Feb 11, 2012

Why is the Sky Blue?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:18:27 EDT

You never know just exactly what kind of response you will get when you ask someone, "Why is the sky blue?" A worker at my local Home Depot certainly has an opinion.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Feb 08, 2012

The Iron Giant -- the Best Animated Film You’ve Never Seen

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:19:39 EDT

There’s a particular DVD that adorns my shelf of movies that I find myself pulling out at least once a year to enjoy. A powerful animated movie that many have never even heard of.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Nov 13, 2011

Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurant in Hammock Landing

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:31:58 EDT

A funny thing happened while visiting the new Buffalo Wild Wings in Palm Bay, Florida...

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Oct 30, 2011

The Abandoned Submarine in Coney Island Creek

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:52:44 EDT

What does the sinking of the Italian ocean liner Andrea Doria and a mysterious abandoned submarine named Quester have in common? Yeah, I wanted to know too.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Oct 29, 2011

The Abandoned Beached Sailboat at Fort Desoto -- Near Shell Key Island

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 08:05:18 EDT

The tilted mast against the setting sun instantly grabbed my attention. Was there a sailboat in trouble? How could I even get over to that deserted island?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Oct 23, 2011

Praying in Traffic .... Really

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 10:12:13 EDT

I once heard a preacher state emphatically that “Christians can never have a quiet time while in rush hour traffic!” I'm afraid I have to disagree.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Oct 16, 2011

The Sing-off -- an a Cappella Musical Enjoyment Extravaganza

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:42:58 EDT

Monday nights are ringing with A Cappella music on NBC’s The Sing-Off. Have you heard it yet? You won't believe your ears.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Oct 05, 2011

Abandoned Mercado Site Giving Way to 425-ft “Roller Coaster”

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:56:18 EDT

The old Mercado Shopping Village will soon be gone entirely, replaced by I-Drive Live, a theme park featuring the Orlando Eye -- an attraction that has more in common with a roller coaster than a Ferris wheel.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Sep 18, 2011

The Abandoned Roller Coaster -- Hiding in the Woods

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:38:26 EDT

The thin winding path led to a small clearing. At first I wasn't sure what I was seeing. Was that really a roller coaster car over there in the tangled green vines? What had I just discovered?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jul 24, 2011

Saying Goodbye to West Melbourne's Max K. Rodes Park

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 09:53:41 EDT

It's just before sunrise and I'm parking the car at a location that used to buzz with activity: The old Max K. Rodes Park. Did it still have stories to tell?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jul 16, 2011

The Indoor Playground Now Open in Palm Bay

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 08:12:15 EDT

It may be raining or hot outside, but that doesn't have to stop the fun for your little ones. The family owned and operated Indoor Playground is now open in Palm Bay.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jul 10, 2011

Four New Restaurants Coming to West Melbourne/Palm Bay

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:41:22 EDT

Four new restaurants are in the works for the West Melbourne/Palm Bay area - three of them within rock throwing distance of each other. The corner of Palm Bay Road and Norfolk Parkway are about to become even more popular.

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jul 02, 2011

The Abandoned Treasure Island Inn of Daytona Beach - Revisited in 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 10:47:02 EDT

The Treasure Island Inn still stands empty and unloved, broken windows and vacant rooms staring vacuously over the waves and sand of the Atlantic. What will become of this crumbling hotel?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jun 26, 2011

Discover a Surprising Way to Zoom with Your Digital Camera

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:42:39 EDT

Ever wondered when the best time is to use the maximum amount of megapixels on that new digital camera of yours?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jun 24, 2011

Discovering the Ruins of Houser's Zoo

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 07:53:58 EDT

Finding the ruins of Houser's Grove and Zoo started out, surprisingly, with a sudden hunkering for a taste of barbeque. Really. Urban Archeology at its tastiest!

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: Jun 12, 2011

The Supermarket's Mysterious Interior Void

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sat, 28 May 2011 08:14:08 EDT

When my friend Wally and I walked into a nearby Winn Dixie supermarket, never did we expect to uncover a most unusual mystery. What was hiding in the void just inside the entrance?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: May 28, 2011

Old Resurrected Roller Coaster Lives on in Kissimmee, Florida

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Mon, 23 May 2011 18:25:01 EDT

An old roller coaster is getting a new spin on life. Rather than rusting away, Fun Spot USA is transporting and restoring a roller coaster from a closed Florida theme park. Can you guess which one?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: May 23, 2011

Returning to the Ruins of Patrick AFB's South Housing

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 22 May 2011 21:33:56 EDT

Ever been nudged to go somewhere? Not even knowing why you were supposed to go? It was like that for me recently as I traveled to Satellite Beach, Florida...

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: May 22, 2011

Slideshow of Patrick AFB's Adams Softball Field

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ron Masters) — Sun, 15 May 2011 13:39:40 EDT

Built in 1965, Adam's Field has seen many a softball game. The author can remember eating hot dogs and cheering his Dad in games played back in the 70's The field's future is uncertain. Will it be cleared to make room for a new housing development?

Contributor: Ron Masters
Published: May 15, 2011