Utah, Intermountain West seen as leaders in U.S. energy future
September 4, 2010 by admin
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Beck launches conservative news site TheBlaze.com
Conservative Fox News host Glenn Beck, a frequent critic of the mainstream news media, has launched his own news site, The Blaze. The site appears to be modeled after the Huffington Post and not surprisingly, features stories with a conservative bent about some of Beck’s favorite issues, such as… Glenn Beck – Politics – Conservatism – Huffington Post – Website
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Speed limit to drop around gravel pit
Rumbling from residents may slow the rumble of trucks coming to and from a gravel pit on Thomas Street.
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New Holden will one day run on waste
HOLDEN’S latest Commodore could eventually be powered by fuel made from household waste.
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Monsanto cutting more jobs as Roundup woes linger
Agriculture biotechnology giant Monsanto Co. is slashinghundreds of jobs for a third time in 14 months as it shrinks itsRoundup weed killer business in response to declining sales.
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Utah, Intermountain West seen as leaders in U.S. energy future
The country’s green energy future lies in the arid lands of the West, not only under the ground, but also in the network of…
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Three Secrets for Living in Utah Without a Car
June 21, 2010 by admin
Filed under Going Green
Unlike other states, Utah lacks a really solid public transportation system outside of the Salt Lake Valley. Now, the Salt Lake Valley is great and all but here are three things to keep in mind if you want to live in Utah without a car.
Secret #1 – I – 15 is the lifeblood of the state
Wherever you live, live close to I-15. You can live as far south as Payson and as far north as Brigham City and still have bus access to most of the Wasatch Front. Bus service doesn’t always run on the freeway so when shopping for an apartment stay close to main street or center street, which you will find in all Utah towns. Most bus lines will run on backroad highways rather than on the freeway to connect these towns together and the highways are what connect the center and main streets of the different communities.
Secret #2 – Bikes are Not Frowned Upon
In some status, there is a continuous fued between bikers and drivers, especially truck drivers. However, in Utah, bikes arent’ common enough to be annoying so if you ride a bike you will most likely get treated very well by Utah motorists. In many areas, they even have special bike routes setup and months designated for people to start riding their bikes to work and school. Don’t forget to wear a helmet and obey traffic laws though because although the motorists are friendly, the cops are not afraid to get after cyclists for being dumb and reckless.
Secret #3 – Get a Dirt Bike
I know I know, a dirt bike is another form of motorized transportation. But beacuse a lot of Utah is farm land and these kids grow up on ranches and back roads, many of them own and eventually sell dirt bikes that they have already made street legal. These can sell for a s little as $500 and get some crazy good gas mileage (try 60 mpg). Plus, there is special parking all over the place for motorcycles that poor car drivers just can’t take advantage of. Look on the local news websites for classified listings and you are sure to find a cheap one (KSL is a good one to start with).
Gregg Blanchard is a student and avid cyclist who spends time doing internet marketing work for Bristlecone Salt Lake Property Management.
I live in the state of utah, i also have green neon lights in my grill of my car. is it illegal to drive?
April 12, 2010 by admin
Filed under Going Green
i just was wondering if its illegal to drive with them on as i drive down the street at night.
Green wheels: hybrid cars mean a luxurious drive.: An article from: Utah Business
March 11, 2010 by admin
Filed under Going Green
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Title: Green wheels: hybrid cars mean a luxurious drive.(Executive Living)
Author: Alex Koritz
Publication: Utah Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 1, 2009
Publisher: Utah Business Publishers LLC
Volume: 23 Issue: 9 Page: 50(2)
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