The 4-1-1 on 11/11/11

Today is 11/11/11.

What makes this day special?

• There is just an itsy bitsy little chance it could mark the end of the world. At least, that is part of the premise of the movie coming out, 11-11-11.  If you have further interest about whether Friday is when the world says, “All done!” you can join this Facebook group, “11/11/11, End of the World?”

• It’s a sort of fun marketing opportunity for techies. Verizon stores will open later than usual Friday—at 11:11 a.m. to release the new Droid Razr. And no, the sticker price is not $111.11. It’s $299.99.

• Twin girls from Wisconsin will celebrate their 11^th birthday, and it will make national news, according to The Washington Post.

• It’s Veteran’s Day, and, in all seriousness, an important time to thank those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

• One hundred years ago on 11/11/1911, there was a huge cold snap in the United States and temperatures in some places—at least in Kansas City—dropped by 60 degrees in one day, according to the Daily Mail. This year, it’s supposed to be a bit windy on 11/11/11 in the Waukee area wit a high near 56.

• In Las Vegas today, thousands will flock to the chapel to get 11/11/11 as their forever-remembered wedding date.