Avian flu threat not high now, but could be
It’s premature to begin wearing surgical masks, but news reports from Asia have shown how destructive the so-called avian flu (H5N1 virus) can be.
Millions of domesticated birds have been destroyed throughout Asia and just more than 100 humans have died from it. These people, however, died because of their close contact with birds, homegrown poultry. |
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Posted by Linda Smith at 09:04 PM on Jun-30-2006
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Small changes add up fast in gas game
Gasoline prices are at an all-time high, and the outlook for dropping prices is not good. All over metro Atlanta people are asking the same question: What can I do to cut my spending on gasoline? |
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Posted by Linda Smith at 08:48 PM on Jun-30-2006
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Assistance for Seniors
The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued a grant to assist seniors who are still struggling to pay last winter’s gas bills. A “senior” is a consumer 65 years old or older whose annual household income is $14,355 or less AND is receiving the Atlanta Gas Light Company discount. Seniors who have already qualified for the discount receive a credit of up to $14 per month on their gas bills. |
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Posted by Linda Smith at 08:38 AM on May-30-2006
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Clarkston Lake: Sewage Spills, Fish Kills
Will it ever be safe to go back into the Clarkston Lake? If things continue on their current path, it won't be. We won't see children splashing about in the summer while parents dip their feet casually into the lake, enjoying an idyllic summer scene. |
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Posted by Linda Smith at 03:31 PM on Apr-26-2006
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$600,000 coming to Clarkston for multi-use trail improvements
While the Georgia General Assembly was gearing up to hear the nearly 1,000 bills dropped during a given year, State Representative Karla Drenner was also advocating for state Department of Transportation money to pour into the district. |
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Posted by Linda Smith at 03:30 PM on Apr-26-2006
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Rep. Drenner on Facebook
