Bidding is now under way for the construction of a Big C supermarket in Ban Dung ( Project No 24) . What size it will be has still to be specified.
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Phon Phisai
I had an impromptu ride up to Phon Phisai to see the Mekong. I originally hadn’t intended to go that far but it was overcast for the first few hours in the morning & the air temperature was a lot cooler making it possible.
They are currently building a wider esplanade along the river front ( Similar to that in Nong Khai but on a smaller scale).
Retail News
A new PTT petrol Station & 7-Eleven outlet is being built just before Tesco Lotus as you leave town. A survey has also been done canvassing opinion about opening a Big-C supermarket in town as well. If it goes ahead it will probably be a Big-C Market comparable in size with the Existing Tesco Lotus store.
Temple Between Ban Chiang & Thung Fon
Last time I visited here this Temple on the lake was still being constructed , Now it has been completed.
Ride to Sang Khom
Had a Ride up to Sang Khom and around the Lake. There is now a lot of New Restaurants and floating Sala’s near the Village of Ban Maet.
Summer Storms
The region is currently experiencing some summer storms , Bringing Electricity poles and Billboards in Charoen Sin as well as causing damage to many Rubber trees. This house in Udon Thani Province illustrates some of the damage caused .
Wooden Bridge
MAde another attempt to get to the Wooden Bridge Between Na Chum Saeng and Si Wilai – The undergrowth had died down this time , However it was in a poor state of repair & I was not able to cross.
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Eddie Carey
It is with deep regret that I have to report that Eddie Carey ( Of Eddies Sports Bar Fame ) Died Saturday Night ( Suspected Heat Attack). His body still needs authorisation by the UK embassy to be released back to Pin before any funeral Plans can be arranged ( which I a persuing on her behalf) . His Death marks the end of an Era in Ban Dung & who nobody will ever be able to replace.
R.I.P. Eddie
His funeral ( Cremation) will take place on the 19th at 1.00pm in his home village ( Ban Thung Kwang Pattana approx 15k out of ban Dung ). A high turn out is expected with people from travelling from Udon & Chang Mai to pay there last respects .