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EarthTalk: Insulating paints

Dear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.
Paint additives that claim insulating...

Washington 4th of July 2009 Independence Day Events

Washington Fourth of July Fireworks, Festivities and Celebrations
4th of July Splash Festival, Aberdeen, WA - July 4, 2009
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Mount Vernon 4th of July Fireworks, parades and more - Fourth of July 2009

Fireworks have been a traditional part of the 4th of July celebration ever since 1777 (more 4th of July facts). Start here to find the best Mount Vernon, Washington 4th of July...

An Invitation to our Mount Vernon Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Mount Vernon, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% Level

­­With recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower.
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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Mount Vernon area

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Washington’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Weekend Activities in and around Mount Vernon

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Mount Vernon organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Mount Vernon is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works:...

Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon! 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 Mount Vernon area and around...

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...

Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Mount Vernon

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 Mount Vernon,...

Mount Vernon Washington Information: Mount Vernon, Washington is part of SKAGIT County. Population for Mount Vernon from the last gathering is 26232. You can view Mount Vernon venues that host many Mount Vernon WA events every year. You can also research Mount Vernon Washington homes for sale by visiting our Mount Vernon Washington real estate guide. Mount Vernon Washington has a latitude of 48.4072 and a longitude of -122.322. Zip codes in Mount Vernon, WA include 98273 ... more Mount Vernon zips.