Dave Montrose
Dave Montrose is a middle school social studies teacher and high school athletic director in Cape Coral, Fla. He is also a freelance writer for the Naples (Fla.) Daily News. He blogs about traveling the roads of Florida at sunshinebyways.blogspot.com.
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Purple: A HaikuThis is a haiku that I wrote about the color purple.
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Movie Review: The CoveThe Cove, an Academy Award-winning documentary, exposes one of Japan's dirtiest secrets: the systematic slaughter of thousands of dolphins.
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NCAA Baseball Super Regional Preview: Miami at FloridaThe Florida Gators host the Miami Hurricanes in a best-of-3 series for a berth in the College World Series. The series starts tonight at 7.
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Cape Coral Council Appoints New City ManagerThe Cape Coral City Council selected the next city manager in a special election Thursday night.
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How the World Cup Turned a Football Heathen into a FanLike most Americans, I saw football (soccer) as something foreign and uninteresting. That is, until the World Cup showed me the power of which it is capable.
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Cape Coral City Manager Search Down to Four CandidatesAfter City Council nominations and two withdrawals, the Cape Coral city manager search is down to four candidates.
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Traveling A1A: Riviera Beach to Palm Beach GardensThis segment of A1A, which runs exclusively through Palm Beach County, goes through John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, a beautiful coastal habitat, and some nice neighborhoods.
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Traveling A1A: Fort Lauderdale to West Palm BeachThe stretch of A1A from Fort Lauderdale to West Palm Beach goes through two counties and covers a variety of sights.
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10 Fascinating Scientific FactsRattlesnakes refusing to cross roadways. Liquid helium leaks. Elephant bee alarms. Here are some fascinating facts and discoveries from the world of science.
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2010 NHL Playoffs Preview: San Jose Sharks vs. Detroit Red WingsThe Western Conference Semifinals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs open tonight as the San Jose Sharks host the Detroit Red Wings.
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Miami in the Movies and on TVA number of TV shows and movies have taken place in Miami over the years. Here is a look at the sets of 10 of them, and why I would want to live there.
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10 Songs to Observe Memorial DayThroughout our country's history, a variety of songs have memorialized those who have served in the military, but didn't come home. Here are 10 songs that fill this role.
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Miami Dolphins 2010 Schedule ReleasedThe Miami Dolphins 2010 schedule features eight '09 playoff teams. But the last half of the season is fairly benign.
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Mission in the Jewish QuarterAn American agent tracks down his Gestapo quarry in the shadows of Paris.
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Church Comparisons: Lutheran and BaptistLutherans and Baptists represent different ends of the Protestant spectrum, yet the two share more in common than one might realize.
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Proposed Cape Coral Olympic-sized Pool Facing OppositionA proposed swim center to be built in Cape Coral, Fla. is touted by supporters as being a generator of jobs in the city, while opponents say the city can't afford it. -
Fla. Governor Vetoes Controversial Education BillFlorida governor Charlie Crist vetoed the education bill that would tie teacher salary to student performance. Speculation abounds on the Republican Party's motives and Crist's plans in the coming U.S. Senate election.
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Cape Coral Bars for Different OccasionsCape Coral is a sleepy city, but there are a few bars around town. Here are three of my favorites.
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New Super Mario Bros. WiiNew Super Mario Bros. Wii combines old and new in an fun 2-D adventure format.
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Traveling A1A: Key West, FloridaA1A in Key West is a short drive, taking you to a different side of the island city. -
The SunsetA down-on-his luck Confederate veteran heads west to improve his fortunes, seeking gold in the Black Hills of Dakota territory.
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Taking the Scenic RouteSometimes it's nice to take the long way home.
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Traveling A1A: Miami to Dania BeachA1A's second segment covers a diversity of areas, from the skyscrapers of downtown Miami to the trendy hotels of Miami Beach to nature trails in Hollywood to Dania's old antique shops. Just don't bring your dog. -
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, State Road A1A, North Palm Beach, FloridaWhile other beach parks are popular tourist destinations, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is a local secret, largely out of the way and largely preserved. It's also a lot more than just a beach. -
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, State Road A1A, Boca Raton, FloridaThe Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton, Fla. is a favorite destination for nature-lovers, researchers, students, and sea turtles alike. It's a nice break from the ritzy architecture and personalities of Boca. -
Fort East Martello Museum, State Road A1A, Key WestKey West's Fort East Martello never saw action in a war, but it remains to tell the story of Key West. Exhibits on the city's history and art, as well as their haunted resident, Robert the Doll, highlight this attraction.