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Earth Talk: Fuel Efficiency and 18 Wheelers

Dear EarthTalk: It’s obvious that our cars are getting greener every year, but what about 18 wheelers? -- P.M We all rely on heavy d

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Earth Talk: Dogs, Cats and Climate Change

Dear EarthTalk: Is it really true that our dogs and cats are major contributors to climate change, and if so what can we do about it? -- C.S.

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Earth Talk: If I stick to grass-fed beef, can I live with myself...

Dear EarthTalk: Even though I know a vegetarian diet is better for the environment, I love cheeseburgers and a good steak every now and then. If I sti

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Earth Talk: Cool Holiday Gifts for Vegans

Dear EarthTalk: I’m looking for cool holiday gift ideas for a strident vegan who won’t tolerate items that make use of animals or animal products.

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Earth Talk: Climate change and the affect on real estate values

Dear EarthTalk: How will climate change affect real estate values? -- J.W.   It’s not surprising that questions like these are on

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Earth Talk: Train vs Bus

Dear EarthTalk: I always assumed the train was the greenest form of mass transit, but a friend told me I would be better off taking the bus. Could thi

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Undergroun New Play Festival 2018

Schedule: Thursday, February 8, 20187:30 pm: The Alley Between 2nd and 3rd Street- The Girl WonderFriday, February 9, 20187:30 pm: The Exceptional Li

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Rooftops Newsletter: Somebody's Grandmother Is Hungry

Here at NFESH it is not unusual to answer the phone and find a reporter with questions about our senior hunger research on the other end of the line.

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Earth Talk: What are "Intentional Communities"?

Dear EarthTalk: What are so-called “intentional communities”? And are there any in the U.S. that are sustainability-focused? -- E.M.

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Earth Talk: What are "Intentional Communities"?

Dear EarthTalk: What are so-called “intentional communities”? And are there any in the U.S. that are sustainability-focused? -- E.M.

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Earth Talk: Risks of chemical drain clog removers

Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that the chemicals we use to unclog backed-up drains are harmful to our health and the environment. Can you suggest safer

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Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival 2018

Schedule:June 14, 20186:00pm - 9:00pm: Tribute To Heroes DinnerJoin us for our kickoff event to celebrate everyday heroes! Enjoy live music, a silent

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Rooftops Newsletter: Everyone Has To Eat

There is little to dispute that statement. Food, as we all know, is critical to maintaining life and health. Everyone does have to eat, but not everyo

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Earth Talk: Global Climate Action Summit

Dear EarthTalk: How did the Global Climate Action Summit coming up later this year come about and what do organizers hope to accomplish? -- J.S.

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Earth Talk: Ban on Drinking Straws

Dear EarthTalk: What’s the deal with some restaurants no longer offering straws to their customers? What’s so bad about sipping your drink through

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Earth Talk: The fight to protect endangered species

Dear EarthTalk: Now Trump is going to allow the importing of elephant “trophies” after all! Where do things stand overall now in the fight to prot

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Earth Talk: Tesla's Solar Roof

Dear EarthTalk: I need to get my roof replaced as a result of storm damage (thanks global warming!). Is Tesla’s solar roof a good deal and do other

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Earth Talk: The danger of hydrophobic chemicals in outdoor products

Dear EarthTalk: Just when I finally purged my kitchen of non-stick cookware due to the risks posed by Teflon, I now learn that my rain jacket and wate

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28th Annual Tanager Place Summer Fest 2018

Kick off the summer with the Corridor’s favorite family festival!Features: A family event with over 75 free activities for all ages! Summer Fest

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Rooftops Newsletter: The Truth That Lies Beneath The Surface

Our last blog post entitled “In the Numbers” took a hard look at demographics and speculated about how the aging of the Millennials and Ge

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