The dark plains on the Moon are called maria or seas because early observers mistook them for bodies of water.
The Follow Up
We look at the government shutdown, loss of food assistance, rising health care costs, and the impact of vaccine mistrust on this edition of The Follow Up.
Backyard Astronomer
Look high in the northeast for a group of bright stars that resembles a big “W” sitting on its end. This is the constellation of Cassiopeia the Queen.
Mental Health Minutes
Seeing a therapist takes the wisdom of knowing that you have a problem. It also takes the courage of admitting it to yourself and being willing to seek help.
Hidden History
Early 20th century formal wear and how their owner, Hemlock's Mathias Stroebel, navigated Prohibition as a bar owner.
