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Archive for February 22nd, 2012


Tales of the Heart: Be the Beat

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Brian A. is a teen spokesperson for Be the Beat, a program sponsored by the American Heart Association encouraging teens to learn how to use hands-only CPR. Why the interest?


Tales from the Heart: Queen of Hearts

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Like many women, Laurie R. didn't want to disrupt the family when she became fatigued and out of breath on a family outing at their favorite water park. The following day with her symptoms worsening, she drove herself to the hospital emergency room.


Vitasoy Chocolate Soy Milk Cheesecake

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

Recipe By Chef Jim Coleman
Think you don’t like tofu? This dessert will change your mind.




Vital Signs Ep. 1 – Part 4

September 19th, 2011

Noelle Dames looks to extending the Greensgrow LIFE program. While, Joseph Mitsouras and his family preserve their share.



Vital Signs Ep. 1 – Part 3

September 12th, 2011

Joseph Mitsouras shares how his family includes children in meal planning.




 

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Move Over, Kale Chips! Kale Buds Are Here

By Lari Robling - April 18th, 2012

High Tunnel farming caught my eye because its extended growing season adds to the amount of local produce we get. While farm manager Aviva Asher was tidying up the winter crop to make way for spring, I discovered another benefit of local growing: use what you’ve got.

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