I wonder how many people in this country, or the world for that matter, really think we will make any kind of a strong financial recovery without coal and oil? Our manufacturing plants and all of our industries, as well as our small businesses need an ample, dependable and reasonably priced supply of coal and oil, as clean as possible, preferably from the U.S. Wind, sun and battery needs to continue to be developed. I wonder, though, how many windmills, solar panels and batteries would be required to run a car manufacturing plant, along with the tires, glass and steel necessary - once, all very successful; once all very successful in this country. Pollution you say? Are you saying China, North Korea, South Korea, India and Iran, etc. are running their manufacturing plants without coal and oil? Our coal and oil would be used much cleaner in this country. Pollution you say? Ours would be cleaner and doesn't all pollution go into the same sky? ...more

November 22, 2009

Days after a family of three escaped a fire in their Robles Park home, firefighters and fire inspectors canvassed the neighborhood Friday morning, inspecting and installing smoke alarms and communicating safety tips. ...more

October 24, 2009

Days after a family of three escaped a house fire in Robles Park, firefighters canvassed the neighborhood this morning, inspecting and installing smoke alarms and dispensing safety tips. ...more

October 23, 2009

Each month, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 139 sends 25 CARE boxes to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The American Legion, SAL and Auxiliary Post 139 pack and prepare the boxes and pay the postage. All supplies are donated by members of American Legion, Auxiliary, senior ladies groups and through private donations. ...more

September 2, 2009

A recent online poll shows most Americans support hybrid technology in cars but won't buy one until costs come down or fuel savings are even better. ...more

May 19, 2009

The poll says Americans like the idea of hybrids but think they're still too expensive. ...more

May 18, 2009

Former President George W. Bush has visited a Dallas hardware store that earlier this month made him a lighthearted offer to work as a greeter. ...more

February 22, 2009

TAMPA - A second victim in a house fire Monday has died, according to Tampa Fire Rescue officials. Willie Bynes, 68, died this morning at Tampa General Hospital. His granddaughter Latoya Williams-Jones died Tuesday. ...more

December 10, 2008

Toyota Motor Co.'s Scion brand tops the list of most reliable cars in Consumer Reports' annual vehicle reliability study, as Asian automakers continue to fill the top of the magazine's rankings. Among U.S. automakers, Ford Motor Co.'s brands ranked most reliable. ...more

October 24, 2008

Regardless of Tropical Storm Fay's ultimate path and strength, it is vital to be prepared for her impact. Some residents throughout the Bay area were doing just that Sunday: stocking up on food, water, batteries and medication; filling vehicles with gas; getting hurricane kits together; safeguarding their valuables. Find out the steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones. STORY, Page 7 ...more

August 18, 2008