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 Want to know what’s going on around our neighborhood? Find out here on the Community News page! Visit throughout the day to get your updated local news headlines. In addition, you can also find out about local happenings.
If you know of an event, such as a city picnic, local high school graduation or a wedding, post it here to let all of us know! Be sure to keep yourself informed by checking this page frequently! |
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HOW TO DISPOSE OF CFLs
Posted on: 2011-06-05
Compact fluorescent light bulbs, or CFLs, use less energy, produce less air pollution and last longer than standard bulbs.
What’s not to love? Well, one thing: CFLs contain mercury. It’s a very small amount but enough to still require special care when disposing of the spent bulbs.
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association reports that the average mercury content in CFLs has dropped by about 20 percent in the past few years—a trend that’s expected to continue.
When your CFL burns out, remove the bulb carefully by unscrewing it from the base. Take bulbs to a recycling center or hazardous waste facility, or, if your local regulatory agency permits you to put them in the trash, seal the bulbs in two plastic bags and place in the receptacle.
If you have a broken CFL, you’ll want to take extra precautions:
• Open a window and clear the room of people and pets for at least 15 minutes.
• Wear rubber gloves when cleaning up broken parts. Don’t use a broom or dustpan. Instead, clean up with stiff paper or cardboard. You can also use sticky tape to pick up small bits and bulb powder. Wipe the area with a damp paper towel. (To be cautious, vacuum the area after you’ve wiped it down and then dispose of the vacuum bag.)
• Put all the broken pieces and cleaning materials in two sealable plastic bags. Wash your hands when you’re done.
• If local regulations permit, put the sealed bags with broken CFL debris out with the trash. Otherwise, you may need to take the bulb to your local recycling or hazardous waste disposal facility.
• Shut off the central forced-air heating/air conditioning system, if you have one.
• Continue to air out the room for several hours after you’ve cleaned up.
Learn more about CFLs and proper handling of the bulbs at energystar.gov.
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JOBS?
Posted on: 2009-07-24
Unemployed?
You're Not Alone. Check out these job sites:
www.MyJobExplorer.com,
www.workjobs.net;
www.jobs.com
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MORE JOBS
Posted on: 2009-04-14
Check out the AFL/CIO available jobs in WORKING AMERICA. See web site below
Website: www.unemploymentlifeline.org
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WHO ARE YOU?
Posted on: 2004-06-27
We are living in a most challenging age. The outer reality we once looked to for security is whirling in a state of incredible flux. With no reference points to live by or figures in authority with solid answers, more and more people have come to the critical point of choosing to investigate the essential inner process taking place beneath the appearance of things. What is my true nature? How do I fulfill my life's purpose? How do I come to authentic power?
Learn more, hear Ananda Abinou, author of ''I'm Not Coming Back'
Everyone is welcome! Sunday
July 3, 2011, 10am at Henry's House, 3655 N. Bell, Chicago
for additional information call
Carol 312-543-5436
Email: my2village@att.net
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