National security threat label fuels school lunch debate
A group of retired military officers and lawmakers urge a broad nutrition bill, arguing U S school meals contribute to rising youth obesity that now limits military recruitment. They cite a 9 million plus over age 17 to 24 unable to meet fitness standards and call for healthier options and higher funding. The effort links obesity to national security and backs nutrition program expansion.
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Tips to Fight ID Theft and Protect Your Info
Heloise offers practical steps to readers facing identity theft. Report theft to police immediately, contact fraud departments of credit bureaus, place fraud alerts, and notify banks. Replace cards, checks, and licenses, and consider changing home locks if keys were stolen. Also remove address labels from catalogs.
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Unwanted faxes cut by auto off timer
A reader shares a practical fix for junk faxes using a hardware timer to turn off the fax at night and back on in the morning, reporting a noticeable drop in unwanted transmissions.
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Gold Roadshow Coming to Garden City This Weekend
Gold Prospectors Roadshow arrives Friday and Saturday at the Hampton Inn Garden City to buy unwanted gold at top dollar. Residents encouraged to bring gold jewelry coins and heirlooms as prices soar with gold above 1100 per ounce and expected payouts cited by testimonials from local residents and organizers.
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