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Allan Powell: Climate change is an enormous challenge
“The Third Industrial Revolution” has a much-needed educative value in equipping us to survive in a world of climate change. This book is a “must read” for those wanting to understand climate change, climate maintenance and their...Tags: United Nations, Renewable Energy, Wind Power, Ecosystems, Conservation
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Lucie L. Snodgrass: Md. farmers do their part
Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has led to enormous growth in understanding the consequences we face if we do not take care of our natural resources. It has led to more action to protect our planet’s land, water, air, wildlife and human...Tags: Renewable Energy, Earth Day, Ecosystems, Conservation, Weather
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Mail Call - March 7
“I was wondering if anybody knows who to contact if you do not have very hot water in your apartment, that you can’t even take a shower, and that the kitchen sink’s water, you just put your hand under it, it doesn’t feel hot at all...Tags: X-rays, Global Warming, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Waynesboro (Waynesboro, Virginia), Politics
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Obama nominates three for Cabinet-level posts
Associated PressPresident Barack Obama filled in more pieces of his second term leadership team Monday, nominating a trio of new advisers to lead the Energy Department, Environmental Protection Agency and budget office. The nominations signal the White House’s...Tags: U.S. Senate, Global Warming, Ecosystems, Politics, Business
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Obama's proposals face quick opposition in Congress
Associated PressPresident Barack Obama set up high-stakes clashes with Republicans over guns, immigration, taxes and climate change in a State of the Union address that showcased his determination to mark his legacy. Republicans urged Obama to get out of campaign mode...Tags: Government Health Care, Global Warming, Career and Workplace, Ecosystems, Politics
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Time to act, Obama declares, taking oath second time
The Associated PressTurning the page on years of war and recession, President Barack Obama summoned a divided nation Monday to act with “passion and dedication” to broaden equality and prosperity at home, nurture democracy around the world and combat global...Tags: Government Health Care, Chuck Hagel, Minority Groups, Barack Obama, Democracy
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Mail Call - July 17
“As an animal lover, I think it’s great when the Humane Society of Washington County informs the community that it is in need of supplies. It gives all of us a chance to open our hearts and give to the animals in need at our local shelter.&...Tags: Bankruptcy, Career and Workplace, Local Government, Republican Party, Ecosystems
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Steamy summer: July was hottest month ever recorded in contiguous U.S.
AP Science WriterThis probably comes as no surprise: Federal scientists say July was the hottest month ever recorded in the Lower 48 states, breaking a record set during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. And even less a surprise: The U.S. this year keeps setting records for...Tags: Weather Statistics, Global Warming, Ecosystems, Conservation, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Area residents give their opinion on climate change
caleb.calhoun@herald-mail.comIn the face of a new report that carbon dioxide levels in the Earth’s atmosphere may be their highest in at least 800,000 years, Hagerstown resident Mark Sands said Friday it’s time to take climate change seriously. “It’s...Tags: Global Warming, Ecosystems, Conservation, Weather, Environmental Issues
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New Year's resolution: Don't irk me
timr@herald-mail.comI’m in a bad mood this morning. It’s the only way to make New Year’s resolutions — to be in a bad mood. Because that means that most of my resolutions will pertain to the actions of other people, not me. For one, I’m done...Tags: Television, Ecosystems, Conservation, Car Allowance Rebate System (2009), Entertainment
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Tim Rowland: 2011 a year of inaction and demolition in Washington County
timr@herald-mail.comCOMMENTARY: The first rays of sun beamed down on Jan. 1, 2011, in what would become known in Washington County as the Year of the Roundabout — a perfect symbol for the greater Hagerstown area, which spends much of its time going around in circles....Tags: Juvenile Delinquency, Air Transportation Industry, Career and Workplace, Ecosystems, Robert Maxwell
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Mail Call - Sept. 16
“This is in response to the callers complaining about the airplanes over Maugansville. I’ve lived in Maugansville 20-plus years, and sure, that has increased airplane routes, but that means increased income for the county. And apparently you...Tags: Disasters, Global Warming, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Politics, Unrest, Conflicts and War
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