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Goodlatte holding “America Speaking Out” town hall tomorrow

August 30, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Goodlatte holding “America Speaking Out” town hall tomorrow

Washington, D.C. – If you’re in Virginia – or wherever – now’s the time to stand up and be heard. “Politicians” are supposed to be working for us, not the other way around. Congressman Bob Goodlatte has announced that he will be holding an “America Speaking Out” town hall meeting in the Shenandoah Valley tomorrow - where he...
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Fort Valley Lyceum hosting Virginia citizen forum on Hydrofracking on Aug. 28

August 19, 2010
By Press_Release
Fort Valley Lyceum hosting Virginia citizen forum on Hydrofracking on Aug. 28

Fort Valley, VA – Come learn about an issue that’s sure to affect families across the Valley. On Saturday, August 28, 2010, The Fort Valley Lyceum will present a special citizen information session entitled; “Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Exploration in the Valley.” The event will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.. (The organizers...
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Volunteers Needed to Harvest Vegetables to Feed the Hungry

August 19, 2010
By Press_Release
Volunteers Needed to Harvest Vegetables to Feed the Hungry

Woodstock, VA – It’s great exercise and a sure way to help others. The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah is calling for volunteers to help harvest tons of vegetables needed to feed the hungry people through two food banks serving about a third of Virginia. Get Ready to Volunteer The farm is harvesting beans, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes,...
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Greenpeace sends ship to Gulf on expedition to independently document effects of BP spill

August 10, 2010
By Press_Release
Greenpeace sends ship to Gulf on expedition to independently document effects of BP spill

Washington, D.C. – Here’s a letter just released today from Dan Howells, Greenpeace Deputy Campaign Director: Arctic Sunrise sets our for Gulf “White House energy adviser Carol Browner has recently been making the talk show rounds and telling the public about a new government assessment that shows that 75 percent of the oil from BP’s drilling...
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Don’t like hydrofracking? Neither does New York

August 3, 2010
By Lauren Tabor
Don’t like hydrofracking? Neither does New York

The local area that has been picked out by a company for hydrofracking is somewhat out of the way, though still important. However, central New York is, well, in the middle of everything, and, more importantly, provides water for one of the largest cities in the world: New York City. The dramatic...
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God’s own “Back to the Future” found in a timeless, personal moment of creation

July 27, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
God’s own “Back to the Future” found in a timeless, personal moment of creation

Earth – What in the world is happening lately? Want to gain some “newly-found” insights on the way the world operates and your role in it? How our collective past meets future in the evolving moment? The Gnostic Gospel of Thomas reveals Jesus’ words on the Kingdom of God. You could say that it’s...
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Scam: Charged $2,425 per-minute for dialing area codes 809, 294 or 876

July 20, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Scam: Charged $2,425 per-minute for dialing area codes 809, 294 or 876

U.S.A. – AT & T has verified the existence of a phone scam that can result in charges of more than $2,000 per minute by calling area codes 809, 294 or 876. Do not ever dial numbers with the following area codes: 809, 294, 876. Residents in Virginia this week are reporting a scam. “I actually...
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Tour WV hydrofracking site; See what Virginia will look like if Carrizo drills without regulations

July 16, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Tour WV hydrofracking site; See what Virginia will look like if Carrizo drills without regulations

Wetzel County, WV and Bergton, VA – PHOTO ESSAY – What does the 1st proposed hydrofracking operation in Virginia have to do with the water supply for citizens of the Shenandoah Valley and the Greater Washington D.C. area? A lot. A Four-Hour Tour “Sit right back” and ride with me through rural WV. See for yourself...
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A Shining Light Across America; nationwide events to celebrate Boy Scouts 100th year (July 25-31)

July 15, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
A Shining Light Across America; nationwide events to celebrate Boy Scouts 100th year (July 25-31)

Fort AP Hill, Va – For the first time in the history of the Boy Scouts of America, the entire Scouting community will be brought together for a single, nationwide event to celebrate the organization’s 100th birthday, and reflect on what the organization has meant to millions of  America’s youth. Shining Our Light Across the...
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Irony: California Legislation could save big energy companies money, as oil still flows in Gulf

July 11, 2010
By Press_Release
Irony: California Legislation could save big energy companies money, as oil still flows in Gulf

Reported on July 11, 2010 by Jack Dolan, of the Los Angeles Times - “Sacramento -  A plan to let oil companies leave large parts of decommissioned drilling rigs in the ocean off California’s coast, saving them hundreds of millions of dollars, is sailing through the California Legislature at a time when the Gulf of...
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Representative Frank responds to Boston Herald article about his comments on Israeli Navy

July 11, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Representative Frank responds to Boston Herald article about his comments on Israeli Navy

Regarding Israeli Navy – Letter that Congressman Barney Frank wrote in Response to Boston Herald article  – Issued on Wednesday, June 02, 2010 “The article in today’s Boston Herald is inaccurate in saying that I “had harsh words yesterday for the Israeli Navy.” The harsh words I spoke were specifically aimed at some non-governmental settlers...
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Air France jet, passengers and crew, experience bomb scare landing

July 11, 2010
By Press_Release
Air France jet, passengers and crew, experience bomb scare landing

The Associated Press on Sunday, 11 July 2010, issued report that an: “Air France passenger jet heading from Rio de Janeiro to Paris made an emergency landing in north-eastern Brazil, following a bomb threat. All 405 passengers and 18 crew members were safely evacuated from Flight 443, said Jorge Andrade, a spokesman for airport authority Infraero. A...
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Five top astrologers discuss transformational effects of Solar Eclipse and New Moon: July 11, 2010

July 7, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Five top astrologers discuss transformational effects of Solar Eclipse and New Moon: July 11, 2010

Planet Earth -  Hear, or should I say “here”  is some “food” for thought – The significance of  July 11, 2010,  and thereabouts: Here/hear is what five top astrologers have to say about the rare Total Solar Eclipse and New Moon which both happen this Sunday, following the line up of five planets that occurred...
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A Whale, refurbished to fight oil spill, awaits waiver of maritime law to get into action

July 2, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
A Whale, refurbished to fight oil spill, awaits waiver of maritime law to get into action

Boothville, Louisisana – About one hour south of New Orleans, The A Whale, a huge oil skimmer ship, is now anchored, awaiting approval by the U.S. government to begin skimming off the oil from the BP oil disaster. As long as three football fields (372-yards) and 10 stories high, the newly- refurbished vessel is ready...
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Toronto primed and ready for G-20 Summit on June 26-27; protests expected

June 21, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Toronto primed and ready for G-20 Summit on June 26-27; protests expected

Toronto, Canada – In five days, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre will be host to the 2010 G-20 Summit on Financial Markets and the World Economy - for two days – June 26 and 27, 2010. Overview – What to Expect This Summit  is the fourth G-20 Conference.  Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is the host...
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Hydrofracking in Virginia is hot issue in Tony Wilt’s victory tonight in the 26th District

June 15, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Hydrofracking in Virginia is hot issue in Tony Wilt’s victory tonight in the 26th District

Harrisonburg, VA – Tonight, withstanding an early-morning polling place software glitch, the special election for the Virginia House of Delegates seat in the Shenandoah Valley is history. Broadway businessman Tony Wilt (R) has beat Kai Degner (D), as well as Carolyn Frank (I). 26th District Election Results (unofficial) - Across Rockingham County, Wilt picked up 4,218...
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Evacuations for Gulf Coast residents? Benzene and methane poisoning air, threatening health

June 10, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Evacuations for Gulf Coast residents? Benzene and methane poisoning air, threatening health

Gulf of Mexico, USA – There are reports today on the Internet that a mass evacuation of Gulf Coast residents may be coming, as soon as June 15. Readiness exercises conducted at the end of May 2010 According to a June 3, 2010 press release on the U.S. North Command web site, “three units representing ...
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U.S. police using Taser guns on citizens, while some jurisdictions ban rights to own them

June 3, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
U.S. police using Taser guns on citizens, while some jurisdictions ban rights to own them

The United States of America  – The excessive use of taser guns (also called “stun guns”) by police squads in the the U.S. has not been covered much by the traditional media. Why? And, likewise , why has there been little public debate on the use of these weapons on the U.S. population? And...
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People restoring and enacting their Personal Power – in unison, will lift The Planet

June 2, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
People restoring and enacting their Personal Power – in unison, will lift The Planet

Earth – What’s going on? In space, and on the third rock from the Sun?  Up until  June 13, 2010 – when an extraordinary T planetary alignment will occur – and afterward. FIRST IN A SERIES OF ARTICLES ABOUT THE CHANGES YOU FEEL COMING in 2010 - The Essential Questions Globally, we ask: How is the consciousness...
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