Daily Archives: August 10, 2008

The local excitement

Posted on August 10, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

One of the recurring themes of this election is the enthusiasm Democrats feel, locally and nationally, about their candidates and chances of winning this fall, and how that is translating into tangible effects. I got a pretty good taste of … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Car pooling

Posted on August 10, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Add this to the growing list of stories about how people are adapting to higher gas prices. NuRide is one of several alternatives to single-occupant commuting that the Houston-Galveston Area Council is promoting during August — traditionally designated Commute Solutions … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Lie your way to better health

Posted on August 10, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

A little dishonesty can be good for your health. And no, I’m not talking about altering the bathroom scale to give more favorable readings. Would you lie to your family to get them to eat healthier foods? It just might … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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