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Gov. Timothy M. Kaine participated in discussions on energy and transportation on Sunday in Williamsburg and highlighted the benefits of the EcoDriving program—a comprehensive, nationwide effort to save consumers money at the gas pump, reduce fuel use and cut carbon dioxide emissions. The discussions took place during the annual meeting of the Southern Governors’ Association.
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An $80 million grant from the federal stimulus will fund improvements to wastewater-treatment plants across the Commonwealth, including here in the Valley. Augusta County will get $364,964 to go toward the installation of solar panels at wastewater-treatment plant pump stations across the county, according to the office of Gov. Tim Kaine, who on Tuesday accepted…
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Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009 – Statement by President Barack Obama on Senate passage of Cash for Clunkers extension – Remarks by President Obama on the confirmation of Judge Sonia Sotomayor – Remarks by the president regarding John Roos, Ambassador-designate to Japan – Press briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs
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So the Public Policy Polling poll released yesterday was skewed toward the Republican side – with the respondents splitting 52 percent-to-41 percent for John McCain in last year’s presidential election as I pointed out last night. My way of saying, Take what I’m about to say next based on the PPP numbers with a couple…
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Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that cars can be modified to run on water. How is this possible? – Diane McMorris, Rockport, Maine There are a number of online marketing offers of kits that will convert your car to “run on water,” but these should be viewed skeptically. These kits, which attach to the car’s engine,…
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Friday, July 10 – AG Race: Cuccinelli calls for special session – 20th House: Saxman statement on anti-gang committee Thursday, July 9 – Dems respond to McDonnell-Bolling jobs agenda Wednesday, July 8 – LG Race: Wagner calls Bolling out on Palin visit – Governor’s Race: Statement from Creigh Deeds on expansion of stem-cell research
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– Event: Presentation on Iranian women writers – Local News: Work at Port Republic Road and I-81 southbound exit ramp – Economy: New jobless claims down slightly – State News: Kaine joins agreement on ocean conservation
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– Local News: Da Bears wreaking havoc in Da ‘Boro – Politics: Shannon gets public-safety endorsement – State News: AG announces price-gouging settlement – Local News: Clean Streams Initiative among conservation grant recipients
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Dear EarthTalk: How does the microwave compare in energy use, say, to using a gas or electric stove burner to heat water for a cup of tea? – Tempie, Dexter, Mich. The short answer is that it depends upon several variables, including the price of electricity versus gas, and the relative efficiency of the appliances…
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Tai chi (pronounced “tie chee,” and also known by some other names and spellings) is a mind-body practice that originated in China as a martial art. A person doing tai chi moves his body slowly and gently, while breathing deeply and meditating (tai chi is sometimes called “moving meditation”). Many practitioners believe that tai chi…
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