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EarthTalk: Starting a School Environmental Club

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Dear EarthTalk: I’m thinking about starting an environmental club in my middle school. Can you give me some ideas about how to start? Can you connect me with other...

EarthTalk: What's more green-friendly: flying or driving?

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Dear EarthTalk: How can I determine if it is more eco-friendly to fly or drive somewhere? -- C.M. The simple answer is that driving in a relatively fuel...

Maricopa County Transportation News Update - Week of 11/17/2008

Maricopa County DOT Works with Surprise For Better Traffic Flow The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved an agreement with the City of Surprise to construct an ...

EarthTalk: Green-friendly holiday gift ideas and sources

Dear EarthTalk: Can you recommend some sources for toys and other holiday gifts that are both safe and not harmful to the environment? -- T.G. Given the...

10 ways to combat the red, white and post-election blues

No doubt about it – this has been one loooong election season. Now that it’s over, don’t be surprised if you experience some...

Maricopa County Transportation News Update - Week of 11/03/2008

Daytime Road Closure Advisory: Old Stage Road Posted: November 3, 2008 Old Stage Road, just north of New River Elementary...

EarthTalk: Eco-Psychology

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Dear EarthTalk: I caught the tail end of a discussion about “ecopsychology” recently on the radio, something about the negative impacts of people not communing with nature...

EarthTalk: Where do lead-tainted toys that have been recalled end up?

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Dear EarthTalk: There has been a lot of news about lead-tainted children’s toys being recalled. Where are these toys ending up and are they creating pollution problems there? --...

EarthTalk: Will the LED light bulb dethrone the compact fluorescent?

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Dear EarthTalk: What’s the story with LED light bulbs that are reputed to be even more energy-efficient than compact fluorescents? -- T.E. Perhaps the ultimate...

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Neil Diamond Tribute Show...

AZ Diamond, Scottsdales own Neil Diamond Tribute band returns to the stage at The Skye Restaurant and Nightclub on December 7, 2008. This high energy tribute band...

EarthTalk: Natural headache remedies

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Dear EarthTalk: Are there natural headache remedies that can get me off of Tylenol, Advil and other medicines whose side effects can be as bad as or worse than the pain that led...

Coping with the U.S. Financial Crisis

No doubt about it, the current economic situation in the US Financial Crisis is scary. But there are things each of us can do to protect ourselves and keep things from...

EarthTalk: Does inflating car tires with nitrogen help the environment?

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Dear EarthTalk: Is using nitrogen to inflate my car’s tires really better for the environment than using air? And if so, how? -- R.M. Whether or not it...

EarthTalk: Non-dairy milks

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Dear EarthTalk: There seems to be a large selection of soy and other non-dairy milks out there today, even right in the dairy sections of major supermarkets. Why should I opt for...

EarthTalk: Lowering your carbon footprint

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Dear EarthTalk: How can I measure—and then improve—my overall “carbon footprint?” What are the major areas of one’s daily life that one measures? -- A.F. ...

EarthTalk: Toxic household cleaners

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Dear EarthTalk: I’ve read that household cleaners contain cancer-causing toxic ingredients. What should I do, then, to keep my house clean but also safe for my kids? --...

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EarthTalk: Aerosol sprays

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Dear EarthTalk: What’s the deal nowadays with aerosol spray cans? I thought that the ozone-depleting chemicals used in them were eliminated back in the 1970s. Is this true? If...

Don’t let fuel costs around Fountain Hills drive you crazy

Lately, going to the gas station to fill up requires a stop beforehand to either take out a second mortgage…or sign over your firstborn (check here for updated gas prices in...

EarthTalk: The scoop on recycling container lids, tops and caps

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Dear EarthTalk: Everyone knows we should recycle metal, glass and plastic cans and bottles, but what about all the lids, tops and caps? I see people recycling plastic...

EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?

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Dear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over...

EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?

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Dear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil...

EarthTalk: Concerns about plastic: Is Tupperware safe?

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Dear EarthTalk: I’ve read that plastic bottles are not always safe to reuse over and over as harmful chemicals can leach out into the contents. I’m wondering if the same...

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EarthTalk: Our next president's environmental agenda

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Dear EarthTalk: What are the major environmental issues that our next president, be it Obama or McCain, will have to confront? -- M.B. ...

EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early puberty

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Dear EarthTalk: I heard that children are reaching puberty at earlier ages now and that it may have to do with environmental toxins and even their TV viewing habits. Can you...

EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVs

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Dear EarthTalk: I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you...

EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer products

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Dear EarthTalk: What are the best sources out there for environmentally friendly consumer products? I don’t want to have to drive all over creation for green laundry and other...

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Arizona 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Arizona Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations July 4th Celebration, Benson, AZ - July 4, 2009 Fourth Of July, Bisbee, AZ - July 4, 2009 ...

EarthTalk: Greener computer choices

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Dear EarthTalk: My old computer finally bit the dust and I am in the market for a replacement. Are there any particularly “green” computers for sale these days? --Brian S. ...

EarthTalk: Nontoxic ways to deal with carpenter ants

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Dear EarthTalk: In renovating a cabin, I discovered carpenter ants working their way through the walls. Is there any way to responsibly get rid of the pests without using noxious...

EarthTalk: Alternatives to toxic mosquito repellents

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alternatives for keeping...

EarthTalk: Sunscreen cautions

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Dear EarthTalk: Are sunscreens safe? Which ones do you recommend that will protect my skin from the sun and not cause other issues? -- B.E., New York, NY ...

EarthTalk: Wetlands loss

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Dear EarthTalk: What is the status of wetlands in North America? Years ago I remember that wetlands loss, due to development and sprawl, was accelerating fast, but I haven’t...

EarthTalk: Healthy fast food on the road

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Dear EarthTalk: I really want to eat healthy and organic but am constantly traveling and on the go. How can I eat fast food without having to always end up at McDonalds and Burger...

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EarthTalk: Green-friendly outdoor clothing

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Dear EarthTalk: I’m planning a summer backpacking trip and was hoping to buy some of the latest green-friendly outdoor clothing. Where the best options out there today that wear...

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Two wheels are better than four!

Whether it’s a gutsy mountain bike, a sleek racer or your trusty Schwinn with the playing cards in the spokes, time to get out and see the world on two wheels.May is American ...

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EarthTalk: Wind power's progress

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Dear EarthTalk: How is wind power faring in the U.S. now? Is more of it coming on line and becoming a larger percent of the grid? And what about some of the highly publicized...

JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!

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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...

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EarthTalk: Air travel's carbon footprint

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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. ...

EarthTalk: Green Kids' Shoes

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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. ...

McDowell Mountain Music Festival

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Whether this is your first time, or first time since Woodstock of '69, we want to make your festival experience comfortable for you. Here is where you come to understand the...

EarthTalk: Energy drinks

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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

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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...

30th Annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival

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As the longest running festival of its kind in the United States, the Scottsdale Culinary Festival draws more than 40,000 visitors looking to enjoy fabulous food, fun and...

Traveler Alert: I-17 Closed at Carefree Highway

Drivers are urged to plan for extra travel time this weekend while Interstate 17 is closed at Carefree Highway (State Route 74) for bridge demolition work. The Arizona...

EarthTalk: Safety issues with gel hand sanitizers

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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...

Arizona St Patrick's Day Parades and Events for 2010

We have collected a number of Saint Patrick festivities across the state of Arizona. They include local Arizona events and parades that are going on to celebrate St. Patrick's Day...

EarthTalk: Chemicals in scented candles

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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. ...