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Down To Earth archive for Nov. 7, 2008

FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2008

Friday Quote

"Obama has not only been very clear in emphasizing the need for the U.S. to engage in global solutions to meet the challenge of climate change but also in respect of bringing about a major shift in U.S. energy policy ... The U.S. now has…

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Don't kill your television

According to the Kitsap Sun, a new free statewide electronics recycling program begins January 1st, 2009. As the digital television conversion looms February 17th, and many recyclers still charge fees to accept items, the Washington Materials Management and Finance Authority are addressing concerns about the…

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Lands Council Quarterly Open House

There’s no denying it: Tonight’s weather is going to be miserable but you will still see many people out on the downtown streets because it’s the First Friday Artwalk in Spokane and it’s always a good time. Be sure to check out The Lands Council…

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Stop junk mail!

Daily Tip # 358 It’s one of those tips we can all get behind. Call it a Candid Camera moment: You open your overstuffed mailbox and insurance offers fall out everywhere and you know the rest. What’s a sane person to do? Every American receives…

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