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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. ...

Get the Word Out - Karate Open House

GILBERT, Arizona – April 21, 2008 East Valley Martial Arts Kenshin Kan, a traditional Okinawan karate dojo in Gilbert, Arizona (on Baseline Road between Gilbert Road...

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. ...

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...

Scouts Gain Confidence and Defense Skills in Karate

GILBERT, Arizona– Monica Hoffman, a junior-high-school-aged Girl Scout arranged a self-defense seminar which merged her two favorite extracurricular activities – Girl Scouts...

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...

Gilbert Spring Fair and Expo

The Gilbert Spring Fair & Expo is Gilbert’s premiere children’s event. The event features children’s inflat-able rides and activities, FREE interactive craft areas, face...

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...

Feathered Friends Festival

Our 2008 Feathered Friends Festival booths will host wildlife exhibitors and educational activities including games and crafts about insects, plants, water, reptiles, birds,...

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. ...

A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Gilbert Community Site!

Welcome to Gilbert's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized...

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EarthTalk: Greener computers

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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. ...

EarthTalk: Reducing food packaging waste

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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

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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

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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. ...

Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Arizona!

Nothing says "summer" like spending time by the water. Sure, you could just flop on a towel and leave it at that…but why not make the most of your day in the...

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EarthTalk: Online green information

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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

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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...

EarthTalk: Green mattresses and bedding

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that traditional mattresses and bedding can cause environmental and health problems, and if so, what alternatives are out there? -- Jay G. ...

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EarthTalk: Recycling items other than paper, plastic and glass

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Dear EarthTalk: Most of us know how to recycle paper, plastic and glass, but how do we find out about recycling the many other items we use that eventually break or die out, such...

"We're Losing Winter" Reports E - The Environmental Magazine

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Janisse Ray, an outdoor recreation enthusiast in Danville, Vermont, got so frustrated when the West River hadn't frozen by last January that she donned a wet suit and floated...

EarthTalk: Soda cans and global warming

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Dear EarthTalk: How much of an effect, if any, does the carbon dioxide in carbonated beverages have on global warming? -- Michael H. A typical 12-ounce can of...

EarthTalk: New Year's Resolutions for Fighting Global Warming

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Dear EarthTalk: My New Year’s Resolution is to reduce my “carbon footprint” to help fight global warming. Do you have suggestions for ways I can make good on my promise? --...

EarthTalk: Asbestos in vinyl tile floors

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Dear EarthTalk: My kitchen floor is vinyl, installed back in 1979. I am told the vinyl contains asbestos. Now it needs replacing. How do I safely remove the vinyl and what are...

One Child, One Laptop, Endless Possibilities!

It’s a simple, yet profound concept: giving two billion kids in developing nations laptop computers – then watching them change the world. The One...

EarthTalk: Compact fluorescent light bulbs

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Dear EarthTalk: Why aren’t compact fluorescent light bulbs taking over more quickly from incandescents, given their substantial energy-saving advantage? And what about recycling...

EarthTalk: Upgrading to greener furniture

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Dear EarthTalk: I’m in the market for new furniture. What should I look for in natural furniture and where do I find it? -- Debbie Along with...

Gilbert, Arizona holiday events and holiday shopping guide

'Tis the season to be jolly - and stressed out, overextended and downright "Grinch-y!" Here are some tips for reclaiming your holiday spirit (not to mention, your...

EarthTalk: Paving and road-building impacts

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Dear EarthTalk: The impacts of all the paving that is done for new roads and parking lots must be considerable. Other than Joni Mitchell’s “They paved paradise and put up a...

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Arizona Thanksgiving 2008 - Turkey Day Events, Arizona Food Banks

It's the ideal time to "give back" to others in the Arizona community and help make some happy Thanksgiving wishes come true. Consider donating extra food to a local Arizona food...

EarthTalk: Toxic chemicals in kids' toys

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Dear EarthTalk: I have been alarmed at recent news about dangerous substances in kids’ toys shipped to the U.S. from China, though I doubt that such concerns are limited to...

EarthTalk: Greener cars on the horizon

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Dear EarthTalk: We’ve all seen the current generation of hybrid cars, but what vehicles do the automakers have coming out that are even greener? -- Brian S. ...

Earth Talk: Glossy magazine covers

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Dear EarthTalk: I would think that the glossy paper used by most magazines is bad for the environment, yet most publishers still use it, even the outdoors and environmental...

In the Business of Military Air Drop - David Still Beats

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In the Business of Military Air Drop, David Still Beats Goliath You might think that the Yuma, Arizona desert is the last place anyone would find an assortment of...

EarthTalk: Health questions surrounding the use of plastic bottles

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Dear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types of plastic bottles can cause health problems?--Regina Most types of plastic bottles are safe to...

Insurance Services of America Partners with MultiNational Underwriters

Insurance Services of America Partners with MultiNational Underwriters to Offer Consumers a New Choice in Short Term Medical Insurance with Amigo Short Term Medical Plan ...

EarthTalk: Consider greening your driving habits instead of buying a new hybrid

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Dear EarthTalk: Short of buying a new hybrid or other "green" car, are there ways I can make my existing vehicle more eco-friendly? I bought my car recently and am not...

Earth Talk - Getting large local institutions to recycle

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Dear EarthTalk: The hospital I work at doesn’t recycle at all, not even plastic bottles and cans or food service trays. I was wondering how to get the facility to start up some...

EarthTalk: Can air fresheners cause health problems?

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that some ingredients in common air fresheners can cause health problems?-- Mike Air fresheners are a $1.72 billion industry in the...

EarthTalk: Are Kitchen Garbage Disposals Earth-Friendly?

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Dear EarthTalk: I was surprised to learn recently that some communities have outlawed kitchen-sink garbage disposals, at least in homes. I would have thought these machines were...

New Sports Website for teams and leagues in Gilbert

Sports are meant to be about fun, teamwork, skillbuilding and achievement… NOT endless phone calls, scheduling mix-ups and fundraising hassles. Now AmericanTowns – the online...

Record Breaking Black Belts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Record Breaking Black Belts OAK GROVE, Missouri – June 9, 2007 – Fourteen instructors and students from Gilbert, Arizona’s East...

Karate and the School System

GILBERT, Ariz. – May 17, 2007 – The Shihans and students of East Valley Martial Arts Kenshin Kan, a traditional Okinawan karate dojo, are appearing in local schools to...

EarthTalk: Avoiding polluted and endangered fish

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Dear EarthTalk: How can I find out which seafood to avoid if I am concerned about lessening my impact on the environment and avoiding consuming unhealthy pollutants? -- Pat ...

Gilbert AZ Easter Egg Parades and Easter Egg Hunts

An Easter Egg Hunt is just plain fun! Grab a basket and find one near you. We list the best Gilbert Easter parades, Easter egg hunts, Easter prayer and Easter vigil services...

Youth For Youth

from:Gilbert Fine Arts Association

You’ll love our silly, swashbuckling pirates, swordfights, bungling policemen, beautiful maidens and our pompous Major-General. “Pirates” tells the tale of...

St Patrick's Day parades and events for Arizona

It's said that Patrick became Ireland's patron saint by driving the snakes from the Emerald Isle (throwing down the witty challenge, "All snakes wishing to remain in Ireland,...

Your Gilbert Real Estate Roadmap

It’s the place where you celebrate family gatherings, sleep late on the weekends and pour most of your money. It’s the place where you live – and the right place has a...

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