above the water line. Since much of it remains underwater, it has become a boat-friendly, freshwater dive site in Boulder Basin. No. 3: Navy Boat A Navy PBY Catalina flying boat also lives under the waters of Lake Mead. On Oct. 24, 1949, the pilot attempted a water landing in the Boulder Basin area of Lake Mead. But when the landing gear hit the water, the plane flipped over and burst into flames, slowly sinking to the bottom of the lake. Unfortunately, only one of the five passengers on board escaped the crash; they sustained cuts, bruises, and a broken leg. No. 5: The St. Thomas Townsite St. Thomas is one of the few historical sites that anyone willing to do a short hike can visit. This former Mormon frontier town is on what used to be the underwater area of the Overton Arm of Lake Mead. However, with water levels dropping for years, it has reemerged. THIS JUNE Today, this site is possibly lost to time and nature, as it remains around 340 feet under the water.
EXPL RING LAS VEGAS With the recent discovery of a body in a barrel at Lake Mead’s shrinking shoreline, I wondered, what else could be in the waters of Lake Mead. The answer is, lots of things! Here are some of the most interesting: No. 1: B-29 The B-29 Superfortress was on a test flight near Lake Mead when something went wrong, causing the airmen to crash into the lake. The five-member crew survived, but the plane sank. The plane’s location was only just discovered in 2003 — 55 years after it crashed. Now that the water has receded, light has reached the submerged plane for the first time.
No. 4: Fort Callville The Mormon settlement known as Callville was about 15 miles from where Hoover Dam is today. Callville became a landing port for Colorado River steamboats during the Civil War until it was deemed too far up the river for them to travel.
No. 2: 1930s Cement Aggregate Plant The cement aggregate plant supplied all of the sand and gravel used to construct Hoover Dam in the early 1930s. Because of the receding water, some of it is visible
We’ve all heard the saying, “The book is way better than the movie or TV show.” Movies and TV shows provide you with a great visual representation of the characters and storyline. The films are equally as good as their respective books in their own right. Here are a few films inspired by books that you should check out. ‘The Shining’ 3-Part Miniseries This is one of Stephen King’s most famous novels. There is even a TIME TO BE A MOVIE CRITIC! 3 Motion Pictures Inspired by Books
‘The Ultimate Evil: The Search for the Sons of Sam’ There are a lot of conspiracy theories about the Son of Sam and his crimes. Some have argued that David Berkowitz didn’t commit these crimes alone — and they have evidence to prove it. Follow along with journalist Maury Terry as he makes his way down the rabbit holes of this case. There is more to this crime than what appeared in the media, such as cult practices and ties to other cases like Charles Manson and his family. ‘Looking for Alaska’ John Green has captured the hearts of millions of readers across the world, and now there is a movie inspired by his first novel, “Looking for Alaska.” This coming-of-age story follows a teenage boy as he searches for the meaning of life. Then, a sudden tragedy strikes, and the boy and his friends must come to terms with the event. The movie shows the emotion, grief, and love the boy deals with on his journey. Pull out your tissues for this film; it’s sure to be a tear-jerker.
much-acclaimed 1980 movie based on the book. But did you know that Stephen King directed and produced his own miniseries? The three one-hour episodes follow the book precisely and
You don’t need to read the books first in order to watch the TV show or movie — these films can stand on their own. These are only a few of the many movies and TV shows that are based on bestselling books. Now it’s time for you to be the judge and determine if the books are, in fact, better than their films.
provide more information on the characters. Spoiler alert: There are no twins or garden maze in this series, but there are moving topiary hedges!
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