Archives: June2008

  • ECU, PCMH Water supply SAFE

    Thanks to our readers, we received positive information regarding some of the water in Gville.

  • Greenville Utilities information about the water supply

    Drinking Water Warning
    Greenville Utilities Water is Contaminated with Fecal Coliform
    Boil Your Water Before Using
    Fecal coliform bacteria were found in the water supply today, June 25, 2008. These bacteria can make you sick, and are a particular concern for people with weakened immune systems.
    * DO NOT DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water [...]

  • City of Greenville, NC water supply contaminated

    On WITN just now — the Greenville NC water supply is contaminated with e coli. The problem should be resolved within 48 hours. Customers are advised to boil water until further notice.
    Nice.
    In Costa Rica, the water company turns off the water completely until problems are resolved. Maybe that’s a really good idea. But an entire [...]

  • Southern Yard Art

    Since the rain’s been a bit scarce here in eastern NC, it’s time to cover the yard with alternatives to greenery. Like some swell new yard art – picture your lawn is gnome-like splendor. Or better. Maybe you need a weather vane. A hummingbird feeder. A squirrel playground. You don’t have to water yard art. [...]

  • Spirit in the Sky

    We can support the Spirit of Washington but we don’t have to subsidize it. Swanner gets the same shot at success as anyone else. Here’s how it works: You invest in an idea. You put the idea out into the public. If the public likes the idea, they (the public) will pay for it. I [...]