AmericanTown's Heroes: Neil Barber is a Hero to Many Families
Families, teams and communities are very much alike. They all involve people banding together with common goals of support and success. This hero
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Clara Vanni is a VA Volunteer Hero
Clara Vanni is a volunteer extraordinaire. Her energy and vitality are an inspiration to others. At 91 years young, she is still ready, willing and
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Radhika Narain's Org Helps Provide a Childhood for...
It's a classic pay-it-forward story, only in addition to inspiring a chain reaction of giving it developed into an organization dedicated to touching
View ArticleEarth Talk: How can we harness coal's energy without emitting our way into...
Dear EarthTalk: There's a lot of talk about the potential for renewable energy sources like solar and wind. But cheap, abundant coal is still going to
View ArticleEarth Talk: Beyond Flame Retardants
Dear EarthTalk: What is being done to get toxic flame retardants out of children's furniture and other products? -- M.S.
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: For Our Daughters Helps Educate Young Women About...
For Our Daughters is a nonprofit organization with a mission to educate young women about the tools they need to live long and healthy lives.
View ArticleRooftops Newsletter: Against Aging in Place
"Aging-in-place may not be all it’s cracked up to be. That’s the view of a University of Florida professor of gerontology, who argues that
View ArticleRooftops Newsletter: Hunger & Waste - Two Problems, One Solution
Nearly 40% of the food produced in the U.S. ends up in landfills. At the same time, nearly one in six seniors goes without the food they need to lead
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Coast Guard Saves Dog From Icy Waters
The Coast Guard meeting was quickly adjourned when they spied a dog fall into the icy waters. It is the type of mission the Coast Guard is prepared
View ArticleEarth Talk: Concerns about Parabens in Health, Beauty and Personal Care Products
Dear EarthTalk: A friend of mine recently stopped using skin and beauty products with parabens in them. What are parabens and should we all be
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: One Picture Saves A Life
You've heard the expression a picture is worth a thousand words, but did you know a picture can save a life? That's the idea behind Seth Casteel's
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: The American Legion Helps Veterans Connect With Benefits
Just being able to speak with someone about their problems and issues brought satisfaction to some who came to The American Legion's Veteran's Crisis
View ArticleTop 10 Amusement Parks across the United States
Do you like your rides wet or does a day of amusement include a gravity defying experience on a high-speed thrill ride? We're taking a look at the Top
View ArticleHelp Voters Get Ready for Election Day
Election Day is quickly approaching and the stakes are very high this season. Millions of voters will participate in important national, state
View ArticlePaddling With Your Kids How To Get Started
Whether you head out for a day across the bay or a jaunt into the wilds for a week-long adventure, paddling is one of the best outdoor activities you
View Article4 Easy Ways To Enjoy Mountain Biking On Your Vacation
If you’ve been on a vacation to an outdoor destination in the past few years, you’ve likely noticed a new phenomenon: cycle paths, single
View ArticleRooftops Newsletter: Fighting hunger on World Food Day and everyday!
The Farm Share Story When Farm Share founder, Patricia Robbins, saw fresh food being thrown away, she began asking farmers to donate their fresh food
View ArticleRooftops Newsletter: Raising Hunger Awareness on Campus
Staff and students at the University of Kansas are fighting hunger in their community. KU Fights Hunger is committed to shedding light on the true
View ArticleRooftops Newsletter: Growing Vegetables, Gaining Confidence
The Neighborhood Farm Initiative in DC provides residents with more than just lessons in urban gardening. "The students come out of the classes with
View ArticleAmericanTowns's Heroes: K.P. Kelly Helps Share 4 Kids Grant Wishes
K.P. Kelly is a "Consultant and Professional Coffee Drinker," according to his LinkedIn profile page. He is also a branding, marketing and
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