Link between vision, learning is quite clear
The state of Iowa continues to ignore the fact that vision screenings in school can prevent many current and future problems for our children. Kids need to see to learn. Considering that nearly 80 percent of what a child learns the first 12 years of life is through vision, good eyesight is an essential part [...]
‘Solar trees’ sprout up in California county’s parking lots
The frustrating search for a shady spot to park is about to get easier. but the new trees being planted at nine big parking lots in the San Jose, Calif., area aren’t leafy green saplings, they’re big silver specimens with 12-foot-tall trunks and broad steel canopies that will shield cars from the sun – and [...]
James Dulley: Awnings efficient way to help cool house
Q: I am trying to block some of the heat from coming in through my windows and doors. I plan to install awnings, but I am not sure about what is the proper size and material to get. what do you recommend? A: The sun shining in through windows and glass in doors can quickly [...]
Gaston Red Dirt Report 7.30.11
Interested in construction? Here’s what is getting built. If you had a “Red Dirt” question, send them to Business Editor Ragan Robinson at 704-869-1833 or rrobinson@gastongazette.com. CITY OF GASTONIA – INSPECTIONS DIVISION BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED 07/18/2011 through 07/22/2011 PERMIT DATE PRIMARY CONTACT ADDRESS CONSTRUCTION COST DESCRIPTION OF WORK CENSUS TRACT PARCEL 47843 7/18/2011 DIMITRA TORRES [...]
UPDATE: McConnell Dedicates Revamped Ashland Riverfront Park
Font Size: UPDATE 7/4/11 @ 6:30 p.m.ASHLAND, Ky. — on this Independence Day, we saw the fulfillment of a community’s American dream. One of the most powerful politicians in our country joined in a multimillion dollar dedication. At Ashland’s new riverfront park, it’s not just Summer Motion that has returned to the banks of the [...]
Recycle your Electronics before January Ban at Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful’s Spring Drive
Font Size: LOVES PARK (KNIB) — keep Northern Illinois Beautiful encourages area residents to do their spring cleaning and bring any old electronics, appliances and scrap metal to its Metals and Electronics Drive for recycling. “We encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of electronics. After January 1, 2012, the Illinois [...]
Decorate your residence by using awnings
Decks are often the outside gathering place in your home. You charm family and friends while cooking, browse the a . m . pieces of paper with a cup of coffee as well as have a care-free holiday weekend afternoon accompanied by a book onto your deck. Owning the best suited Useful Awnings will make [...]
3 Tips on Painting Vinyl Awnings
Painting your awnings is an easy way to change the exterior look of your home without investing a lot of money. You can freshen the look in just a weekend with a little bit of elbow grease. Here are a few simple tips to help you get a great look. Paint Choice An epoxy-based paint [...]
NZ quake leaves 65 dead, 100 missing
AFP At least 100 people remained trapped in the ruins of Christchurch on Tuesday night following a devastating earthquake which claimed at least 65 lives. New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announced on Tuesday night that “at least 65 people have lost their lives” and noted rescuers were still searching through the ruins of collapsed [...]
Installing A Retractable Awning
Modern outdoor shades help increase the amount of usable area outside the house. The shades are usually large structures that can be free-standing, or attached to the house. The awning is one type that is attached, specifically over the frame of a window so it can both reduce incoming light and also provide shade to [...]