AmericanTown's Heroes: IKEA Teams Up With the American Red Cross
IKEA is a brand known for sturdy furniture and a modern aesthetic. Their philosophy of simple, well-made furniture at an affordable price makes it
View ArticleEarth Talk: What are some of the best environmental documentaries that have...
Dear EarthTalk: I'm tired of binge-watching dramas on Netflix. What are some of the best environmental documentaries that have come out
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Window Washers Become Superheroes for Kids
It's a feel good story you may have heard before. A bunch of guys who do a dangerous, but necessary job were using the tools of their trade to help
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: School Food Service Coordinator Gets Kids to Eat Veggies
Parents (and nutritionists) are hailing the lunch lady who gets kids to eat healthy lunches and snacks at school. Her name is Donna Riviello and she
View ArticleEarth Talk: Is there an environmental component to the huge rise in peanut...
Dear EarthTalk: Do scientists think there is a big environmental component to the huge rise in peanut allergies in recent years? -- J.W.
View ArticleEarth Talk: What should I know about artificial sweeteners before I opt for...
Dear EarthTalk: What should I know about artificial sweeteners before I opt for them for myself or my kids in place of regular ol' sugar? --
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: The Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center Helps Heal
People and animals have shared the planet since the beginning of time. Animals have been companions and partners, helping do the work on the farm, the
View ArticleEarth Talk: Is it true that home rooftop solar only makes sense in certain...
Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that home rooftop solar only makes sense in certain parts of the U.S. with proper incentives as opposed to where the sun
View ArticleEarth Talk: Which type of non-stick cookware is the healthiest?
Dear EarthTalk: I'm in the market for a new set of non-stick cookware for my kitchen, and I'm wondering which type is healthiest? -- R.C.
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Kids Play Baseball Thanks to the League of Yes
The League of Yes is a great name for an organization. Especially for an organization that helps people see past disabilities to the excitement and
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Alexis Lewis Wants to Teach Kids to Invent
Necessity is said to be the mother of invention, but what about the children of invention? Or, rather, child inventors. Children have an unique
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Girl Develop It Helps Women Learn Web Development
Boys are better at Math and Science. That's what studies used to show. More recent studies suggest girls are just better students, for one, they read
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: The SMART Org Instills a Love of Reading
We know the word smart relates to intelligence and abilities, but where do those skills come from? Are you born being smart or does your environment
View ArticleEarth Talk: Why is the Arctic such a crucial area to focus on in efforts to...
Dear EarthTalk: Why is the Arctic such a crucial area to focus on in efforts to stem global warming? -- J.C. The image of a polar bear
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Rescuing Leftover Cuisine is Helping to End Food Waste
If you are like most Americans you put on a pound or two between Thanksgiving and the new year. It is hard not to with holiday dinners, office parties
View ArticleEarth Talk: What do green groups think about the outcome of the recent Paris...
Dear EarthTalk: What do green groups think about the outcome of the recent Paris climate talks? -- J.L. On December 12, 2015, 195 countries
View ArticleEarth Talk: What's the latest in cutting-edge, hyper-efficient solar cells?
Dear EarthTalk: What's the latest in cutting-edge, hyper-efficient solar cells? Are we really moving beyond huge photovoltaic panels anytime soon?--
View ArticleAmericanTown's Heroes: Bella Gets Around With a Little Help From Her Big...
You have heard the expression a dog is a man's best friend, but what about a little girl? Bella Burton proves that a dog can be not only a best
View ArticleEarth Talk: What has been the environmental impact of the Volkswagen...
Dear EarthTalk: What has been the environmental impact of the Volkswagen emissions cheating scandal? -- E.W. An analysis by The
View ArticleEarth Talk: What are the obstacles to planting trees along highways?
Dear EarthTalk: Why are there stretches of thousands of miles of interstate systems in this country with barren medians? What are the obstacles
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