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Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Gettysburg area

They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due...

Giving To Gettysburg Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good

“There is no greater joy in life than giving to worthy causes.” – Ted Turner, announcing his decision to give $1 billion to the United Nations (1997) No doubt...

Make a difference in Gettysburg! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Gettysburg area and around the...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetooths, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more important to our sanity.Slowing...

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US Christian Commission News - February 2009

from:United States Christian Commission Civil War Museum

Four years ago America had never heard the U.S. Christian Commission story! Four years ago America had never heard the U.S. Christian Commission story. Today the U.S.C.C....

Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Gettysburg

They're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Gettysburg,...

Don’t let dining out in the Gettysburg area do you in!

Going out to eat in Gettysburg and the surrounding area is one of life’s great pleasures. But too often, all those goodies on the menu can leave your waistline feeling a...

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EarthTalk: Harvesting rainwater for household use

from:EarthTalk

Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S.For most of us, the rain that falls on our roof runs off into the...

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EarthTalk: Simple improvements for greening the home

from:EarthTalk

Dear EarthTalk: What are some simple low cost improvements I can do to my home to make it greener? -- S.L.According to consumer advocate Remar Sutton, there are many ways to save...

EarthTalk: Bike riding and traffic pollution

from:EarthTalk

Dear EarthTalk: I ride my bike to work along busy urban streets. Should I be worried about inhaling pollutants from vehicle emissions and other sources? -- J.K.The short...

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