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Life Unplastic, Gainesville: The World is Full of Too Much Plastic

Oct 04, 2020 05:39PM

Life Unplastic, in Gainesville’s Thornebrook Village, offers a wide range of products for daily living from washable/reusable sponges to locally crafted shampoo bars. They also have a growing list of “refillable” items at a bulk/refill bar that can eliminate packaging altogether for common cleaning supplies, personal care items, pet treats, loose leaf teas, beans, herbs, spices and oils/vinegars.

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Campaign for Clean Florida Water Continues

Oct 04, 2020 05:13PM ● By Linda Sechrist

The Nature Network (FRONN) and the Rights of Nature worldwide movement are collaborating to legally recognize the entitlement of ecosystems to exist, flourish and evolve naturally; the inalienable rights of human beings to clean air, clean water and healthy ecosystems; and the constitutional authority of local governments to declare and defend these rights.

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Recycled Plastics
Wishful Recycling: What Not to Put in the Bin

Sep 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By Yvette C. Hammett

"Wishful recycling" is when residents place waste items in the recycling bin that cannot be recycled. Here are ways to avoid wishful recycling with dos and don'ts for proper disposal.

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Vegan Car Interior
Cars Go Vegan: Leather Interiors are on the Way Out

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Yvette C. Hammett

The environmental impact of producing leather, foam and other materials used in car interiors is being replaced by eco-friendly, sustainable, vegan alternatives.

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A Man For All Seasons

Jul 31, 2020 09:27PM

Brian Donnelly is the co-owner of Sun State Organics, Growmor and Herbal Crafters, in Indiantown. He says, “All three companies work together to grow, process and formulate wellness products.

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Hazmat worker pulling back polluted cityscape to reveal clean skyline
The Upside of Lockdowns: Air Gets Cleaner Around the Globe

Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Kimberly B. Whittle

Despite their dire consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, government-mandated lockdowns around the world have had an unintended positive consequence: cleaner air.

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Authenticity is Everything

Jul 01, 2020 06:08PM

Saporito Oil, Vinegar, Spice is Gainesville's extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room, with more than 60 delectable, nutritious flavors for patrons to sample and enjoy.

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Survival Gardening in Florida

Jul 01, 2020 06:05PM

Despite the complaints about Florida being too hot and sandy, the Sunshine State is a great place to grow food during uncertain times.

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Plant-Based Barbeque for Gut Health

Jul 01, 2020 05:34PM

July and barbecue go together like hot dog and bun. For this BBQ season, change it up a little to create a meat-free option that is not only delicious, but healthy and nutritious.

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Locally Sourced Sustainable Clean Meats

Jul 01, 2020 04:52PM

The Florida Fresh Meat Company produces and distributes a full line of local, humanly raised, sustainable and chemical-free gourmet meat products.

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Bare Feet on Organic Green Grass Lawn
Greener Green Grass: Why Organic Lawns Make Eco-Sense

Jun 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

The use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on lawns damage both the environment and our health. Here are ways to naturally, organically and sustainably grow green grass.

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Easy Hummus Makes the World Go Round

May 31, 2020 12:26PM ● By Sheila Mahan

Sweet green peas and white beans are a great match for this flavorful and healthy hummus recipe.

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