Orrville Community Corner

JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!

My motto is, "Stretching is for Everyday", and I do practice what I preach. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries...

EarthTalk: Air travel's carbon footprint

Dear EarthTalk: Are there any efforts underway to green the air travel industry? It seems to me that it must be one dirty business from a pollution standpoint. -- E.C.
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EarthTalk: Green Kids' Shoes

Dear EarthTalk: I’ve found environmentally friendly shoes for myself, but have had trouble finding similar shoes for my kids. Are they out there? -- Dawn M.
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EarthTalk: Energy drinks

Dear EarthTalk: There are so many energy drinks on the market, but they all seem very high in sugar, coloring and preservatives. Are there any natural versions that offer a...

EarthTalk: Recycling old clothes

Dear EarthTalk: How or where can I recycle clothes that are too old or worn out for Goodwill?-- Tim
Just because that old shirt you used to love is too...

EarthTalk: Safety issues with gel hand sanitizers

Dear EarthTalk: My pediatrician swears by those gel hand sanitizers for lowering the risk of my family getting sick during cold and flu season. But I’ve also heard that these...

EarthTalk: Chemicals in scented candles

Dear EarthTalk: I just read an article that said air fresheners contain chemicals that can cause health problems when inhaled. Are scented candles any better? -- Leanne C.
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A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Orrville Community Site!

EarthTalk: Greener computers

Dear EarthTalk: As an online gamer, I spend a lot of time in front of my computer. What’s the environmental impact? And are “greener” PCs available? -- Bob G.
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EarthTalk: Reducing food packaging waste

Dear EarthTalk: Everybody says stop using plastic bags, but what about all the plastic, cellophane, cardboard and other materials used for packaging the food itself? What can we...

EarthTalk: Environmental festivals and events

Dear EarthTalk: I've been reading about various green festivals going on around the country and I want to attend some and get up to speed on environmental issues and products....

EarthTalk: Earth-friendly chocolate

Dear EarthTalk: I heard a reference to “Earth-friendly chocolate” and was wondering about what goes into chocolate that would raise environmental concerns. -- Ben M.
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EarthTalk: Online green information

Dear EarthTalk: What are some of the best online sources of environmental information? -- Hip2bGreen
One of the best places to start in venturing out into...

EarthTalk: Cell phone towers and cancer

Dear EarthTalk: My uncle worked for over a decade on the top floor of an office building with cell phone towers directly above him. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Is there...