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Bottled water is a big trendy way to consume water according to IBWA surveys. https://bottledwater.org/nr/consumer-thirst-for-bottled-water-is-stronger-than-ever-survey-finds/ Their surveys have found at least 88% of Americans consume bottled water. The question becomes why? Is it just easier to carry a bottled water with you as you purse your day. Is it healthier to consume a bottle of water then from tap water. Many people debate about the topic including doctors on which

The EPA has strict guidelines on drinking water that is distributed to the public. https://www.epa.gov/dwreginfo/drinking-water-regulations This is due in part for public health and safety. The EPA requires a water supplier to inform it's customers a Consumer Confidence Report, better know as a (CCR). https://www.epa.gov/ccr/ccr-information-consumers . Since covid 19 the public has been more concerned with contaminants and airborne pathogens that effect their health.   The

https://youtu.be/GcjhRBflVGQ?si=sU4KKVd6zNOldse8   Are water purification filtration systems a scam? This YouTube video says it is; it was published by CBS news. But are all filtration systems a scam? You should check with your nearest water supplier in your area to see the percentages of how clean your water is and if it is clean enough to be consumed. They should be able to provide you with documented proof of how clean your water is that comes into your home.  Granted,

Lasalle Illinois Lasalle IL Celebration Of Lights Rotary Park 2025. Free Entry Lasalle County is starting to gear up for the holiday's. Lasalle County starts it's celebration a week before Thanksgiving. The first stop Lasalle, Illinois they have one of the largest light shows in central Illinois. Ottawa, Illinois opens their Chris Kringle town a day after Thanksgiving, https://www.chriskringlemarket.com/ right along side of the Illinois River. Then it's Streator, Illinois th

Photo by Richard Hays Streator, Illinois When it is time to grab coffee, where do you go? Is it the closest gas station or are you trying to find a big chain franchise coffee shop? Coffee and tea are important for people. They must have a certain brand or coffee from a certain place. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/which-is-healthier-coffee-or-tea#:~:text=A.,minimal%2C%20if%20any%2C%20caffeine . But when you need that special cup of coffee and no other will

https://youtu.be/gcgGSdpC_20 Health Care & Affordability   Hays, Richard    Health Care is an important topic in conversations these days. How do we find the plans we need, what does the coverage consist of, more importantly will it cover me when I need it. When we work for an employer as a new hire, the first question we ask is how good health coverage is. This has become an important topic in our modern days, that more people are discussing.    I set out to find out if a ph

What does the future look like for green energy projects? This is what I set out to find out. With nuclear plants trying to reach zero emissions by 2030, Investors are faced with complex decisions with green energy projects. https://www.iea.org/reports/renewables-2023/executive-summary   Investors want to know how long it will take to hook up to existing grids. https://haysrichard47.wixsite.com/richardhaysjournalis/post/the-new-investment-of-green-energy     With many uncerta

In a new modern era of motorcycles are the classics being forgotten. This is what I set out to find out. In a interview with a motorcycle mechanic he said "that the newer modern motorcycles are getting harder to work on. This is due to That they can't be hooked up to computers." This is a growing trend that the days of working on your own bikes is getting harder. With customization trend that has been a staple among motorcycle enthusiast for years. Is the growing complica

Starve Rock was formed by a glacial melt, that flooded around 15,000 years ago. Making the park one of the states most unique parks to visit. https://dnr.illinois.gov/parks/about/park.starvedrock.html#:~:text=Established%20as%20the%20state's%20second,meltwater%20over%2014%2C000%20years%20ago.   The park is a tourist attraction for many visitors during the fall season.  There are many trails at Starve Rock to explore. Visitors are warned to not leave trails walks due to some o

Today we visited Tanners Apple Orchard in Speer, Illinois. Tanners Orchard has been in business for the last 78 years in Speer Illinois....

Streator, Illinois WallMart shopping for the best deals due to traiffs. Tariffs have become an important topic in todays market. With...

Streator, Illinois turbine produce green energy at zero emission photo by Richard Hays With everyone trying to make a foot print of...

solar panel farm & Turbine farm outside of Streator, Illinois producing energy during peak hours of usage. photo by Richard Hays Clean...

Photo by Richard Hays turbine outside of Streator, Illinois producing energy Green energy is the new investment world wide. Everyone one is going green to cut cost of high electric cost. But it's not without a price. Large land concerns for installations like solar farms and expanding existing grids just to name a few issues. Photo by Richard Hays Solar Farm Streator, Illinois collecting energy photo by Richard Hays Solar Farm, Wind Farm Streator, Illinois collecting energ

In the book the Secret a treasure hunt by author Byron Preiss. There are twelve illustrations along with twelve poems that lead to a...

Are you him or her that can hit the ball in warmups? But when it comes to the time for the game, you struggle with hitting at the plate....

The first question parents ask when teaching a ball player how to swing. Is there such a thing as the perfect swing? The answer is yes and no. There are steps a player can take to perfect their swing. Players that have a natural approach to swinging the bat are more reliant on a comfortable stance and swing. Players that are taught to swing the bat through techniques are more reliant on a step-by-step process. So, the question becomes which is the best approach to the perfect

Youth softball and baseball can be frustrating for a lot of parents. With the cost of signing up your children's equipment and lessons for hitting, fielding, and pitching. When is the best time to invest in the sport? It can be right from the get-go if you choose to do so. But after talking with a bunch of parents in the field. It is best to wait for that big investment. Some baseball bats can run for hundreds of dollars. Lessons can cost you thousands of dollars, and you may