Morning Express – Tuesday, June 25

Photo by April Jokelainen

Some heavy thunderstorms are likely to roll in this morning with more possible in the afternoon. We might see some breaks in the clouds throughout the day but the unstable air will give us periods of showers until the evening. Temperatures holding steady at 24c. Temperatures drop off for Wednesday with clouds and breezy conditions.

1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn: US 7th Cavalry under Brevet Major General George Armstrong Custer wiped out by Sioux and Cheyenne warriors led by Chiefs Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull in what has become famously known as “Custer’s Last Stand”

1929 US President Herbert Hoover authorizes building of Boulder Dam (Hoover Dam)

What animal is known to laugh and has been proven to have a sense of humor?
Answer: Rats

Which auto brand was the first to offer seat belts?
Answer: Nash Motors

Which American state is the largest (by area)?
Answer: Alaska

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Just 6 more months to Christmas! Okay, I’ll shut up now – Have a Great Tuesday!

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  • Craig Huckerby

    Craig Huckerby is a seasoned broadcast and media professional with over 43 years in local media. Starting in television, Craig became known as "the weather guy" on local television before pioneering internet media in the Sault. Craig is credited for bringing local television back to the Sault via the internet in 2003 with LTVNEWS.COM and was instrumental in launching SooNews.ca and Local2.ca. Craig has also won numerous International Film awards for director of the documentary, "Was I Next?, The Sean Cribbin Story"

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