Archive for April, 2008

Fire destroys 5 Cypress Campground cabins - Charleston Post & Courier

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

RIDGEVILLE — Tradition is at the heart of the Cypress Campground, and tradition just might have kept it from burning to the ground Tuesday morning. A “tent” owner, on his way to work in the late night, did what the campground families have done for …


Alaskans set out to conserve after avalanches cut power - Herald Tribune

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

JUNEAU, Alaska — First, there was a run on energy-efficient lightbulbs. When those ran out, people began asking for lamp oil. But when they started demanding clothespins in this land of mist and rain, it was clear Alaska’s capital city was caught …


Jud Moore to the rescue - The Bridgeton News - NJ.com

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Jud Moore to the rescue
The Bridgeton News - NJ.com, NJ - 1 hour ago
He eventually got a response from those inside, and was told a wood stove was in use. Moore showed the homeowner smoke and flames coming from the chimney.


Baying for snow - Chicago Tribune

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

BAYFIELD, Wis. - It is a winter pastime that, like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, requires good snow, demands long underwear — or, for some, thick fur — and favors participants with a strenuous but exhilarating workout. But unlike those …


‘It’s like a death’ - Charleston Post Courier

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008
‘It’s like a death’
Charleston Post Courier, SC - 24 minutes ago
On Tuesday, Bill Welch toed the ruins of his family tent at Cypress, where only the wood stove and a few blackened shards of dishes and cups remained.


‘It’s like a death’ - Charleston Post & Courier

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

RIDGEVILLE — Tradition is at the heart of the Cypress Campground, and tradition just might have kept it from burning to the ground Tuesday morning. A “tent” owner, on his way to work in the late night, did what the campground families have done for …


Smithgall Woods a haven way off the beaten path - Atlanta Journal Constitution

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

Seduced by the scenery, engrossed in easy conversation, Lynn Whitten and Pam Brooks-Carump lost track of time. The two hiking buddies walked deep in the woods as daylight dimmed. “I looked at my watch and said, ‘Ahh, we’re going to be late for dinner …


Workshops spreading word on woodsmoke danger - Enterprise-Record

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008
Workshops spreading word on woodsmoke danger
Enterprise-Record, CA - 1 hour ago
A handful of local residents showed up to learn about potential rule changes to alleviate wood-burning pollution, and to view a clean-burning-stove
Residents want ban on wood burning on ‘Spare the Air’ days Marin Independent-Journal
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Good houses around $150000 number few, sell quick - Casper Star-Tribune Online

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008
Good houses around $150000 number few, sell quick
Casper Star-Tribune Online, WY - 14 minutes ago
There are back and front yards, wood floors and cabana-like ceiling fans. It also has a wood stove, laundry room and a breakfast nook looking out on the


Homes For Sale - Mount Vernon News

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

3 bedroom, 2 bath, hardwood floors, 4.78 acres, 2-car attached & 3-car detached garages, Fredericktown Schools. $141,900. Agents welcome. Call 740-507-3007 Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath, close to shopping, screened back porch, fireplace, 2 car garage …