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Join the Zillah Food Bank's Christmas Sharing Program!
A link to a site that covers Zillah High School sports. They are trying to raise money for the Zillah Food Bank. Proceeds will be used to buy Christmas toys for needy children.
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Ugandan Orphans Choir performance schedule
The Ugandan Orphans Choir will be performing around the Tri-Cities the week of September 14, 2009. Click here to see where you can catch them.
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State traffic conditions
Constantly updated traffic conditions for the entire state of Washington.
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CWU Faculty Bike Trip Blog
Six representatives of Central Washington University are biking from Twisp to Ellensburg to promote the University and raise money for the College of Arts & Humanities.
They're blogging along the way. Check it out if you want to sponsor a rider or follow their progress.
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Yakima County special filing period results
List of people who filed to run for public office in Yakima County during the special filing period from August 26 to 28.
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Community Links |
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Give Leftover Balance on Gift Cards to Charity
Plastic Jungle has made it simple to exchange your leftover giftcards around the house to charity.
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Hanford TPA Survey
The Department of Ecology wants your take on Hanford cleanup in this survey.
The survey is on the right side of the Ecology page.
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Your Community
Stay connected with your community! A community calendar with ideas on what to do or see around you, local wineries listed, and an online job finding resource.
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Help with Substance Abuce and Depression |
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Suicide Rates in Washington is Higher Than National Average
In Washington State, the suicide rate among youth is about 10% higher than the national average. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young adults in Washington; the leading cause being motor vehicle accidents.
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Risk Factors for Suicide
A risk factor is not necessarily a cause but is a factor that increases the likelihood that a person will attempt to harm themselves. By identifying these risk factors is a step to preventing suicide.
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How to Stop Smoking and Stay Cigarette-Free
Using tobacco can spell big trouble for your health. Did you know one in three people who smoke today will die prematurely? Did you also know that smoking in college has been linked to other problems, including poor academic performance?
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Teen Depression Warning Signs
Many parents don't realize that children and teens can suffer from depression. But they can. In fact, it is estimated that depression affects as many as one in eight adolescents in the United States.
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Education Links |
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Health Links |
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Healthy Communities
Your resource for all the information and news involving your health and the community. Each month will focus on a different topic.
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Consumer Links |
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Online Resources |
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Incredible Internet
Taking steps to protecting you and your family. Resources for protecting yourself from identity theft and online safety tips.
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Seattle Winery Awards
Yakima and Tri-Cities Wineries won a number of awards in the 2007 Seattle Wine Awards.
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Taste Tri-Cities
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The Internet Keep Safe Coalition
Helps you learn lingo that allows you and your kids to understand basic online safety.
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Netsmartz
Netsmartz provides internet safety materials for ages 5-18.
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ISAFE Inc.
Provides K-12 internet safety curricula and outreach materials for parents, law enforcement, and community leaders.
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Online Security Tips
Helping you recognize and report identity theft and online fraud.
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News Links - Finance and Credit |
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Driving and Safety |
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Support Our Troops |
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