The Cleanup Begins

Here's a picture of what is left of my favorite Cedar Rapids downtown bar. As if being located downtown during the flood wasn't bad enough, the Piano Lounge was also in a basement. Maybe they'll get some FEMA money to rebuild.

The Flood of 2008

Here's pictures and a video of the Cedar Rapids Flood of 2008. The river is starting to recede now, but we're still feeling the effects of the flood. There is a water shortage that effects Marion too. That means we have to conserve water. No showers, laundry, dishes, or even flushing. My electricity and my cell phone coverage have been unreliable lately too. With all the failing technology, it seems like the end of the world in Iowa. I've attached Slobberbone's Meltdown to this post. Press Play on the object below to hear a damn good song about the world ending:

Cedar Rapids is Flooded

This is a picture of our courthouse on May's Island flooded by the Cedar River. You can see the island and all the bridges under water. This was taken early today. The flood has since extended throughout downtown Cedar Rapids. Fortunately my home in Marion is far from the river. Here's a CNN article about the flooding

Street Fighter IV

Here's the New Street Fighter IV Trailer:

There are new 3D graphics but it looks like they stayed faithful to the old 2D play control. It also seems to have all the original characters plus some new ones. I'm glad they finally started increasing the number from II. Although I'm sure we will eventually see Super Street Fighter IV EX Plus Alpha Turbo Extreme.