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This is the central location for all the links and numbers you see when you are watching the news on Channel 16.

Links and Numbers
May 9, 2008 - Southold Dance Theater
Click on the link for upcoming events at the Southold Dance Theater in South Bend.
May 9, 2008 - Hydro 4000
The Hydro-4000 claims to save 60 percent at the gas pumps. The Hydro-4000 installs to any vehicle, and runs on water, it costs about $1,200.
May 8, 2008 - Lizards and the Komodo King exhibit
The Shedd Aquarium's special lizard exhibit is making it's way around the midwest, before the exhibit closes in September.
May 8, 2008 - "Great Strides" cystic fibrosis walk
You can help cystic fibrosis research just by walking next weekend.

The "Great Strides" walk will be held in South Bend's Howard Park.

For more information, click on the link above.

May 8, 2008 - South Bend/Mishawaka Convention & Visitors Bureau
Find out all that South Bend and Mishawaka have to offer! Just click on the link to find great events around the Michiana area.
May 7, 2008 - Myanmar relief
May 5, 2008 - As Seen On TV: The Fish Pen
If you’ve ever seen a beautiful day to catch some fish but you've on the go, there's a rod and reel that might fit your lifestyle. It's called the "Fish Pen," and it's billed as the world smallest fishing pole.
May 3, 2008 - Sesame Street and the military
According to military statistics, as many as 700,000 children under the age of 5 have a parent in the military.

Sesame Street is doing what they can to help, by creating videos aimed at those kids.

Just click on the link above to see Sesame Street’s series on “Deployment, Homecomings and Changes.”

May 2, 2008 - Spring Into Art this weekend!
The annual Spring Into Art event is this weekend in Nappanee. Enjoy fine art, live music, Broadway performances and more! Just click on the link above for more information on this great event.
May 2, 2008 - Tulip Time Festival 2008 - Holland, Michigan
All the info you need for Holland's Tulip Time Festival.
May 1, 2008 - Ozone season begins: Check smog levels in your area
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management marks the start of ozone season as May 1. During the next several months are when ozone levels can rise to dangerous levels. Click the link below to find ozone levels in your part of Indiana, as well as ways to cut down how much you contribute.
http://smogwatch.in.gov
May 1, 2008 - Ozone season begins: Easy ways of helping air quality
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management marks the start of ozone season as May 1. There are many ways you can help air quality, including using public transportation, avoiding drive-thrus, and filling up your car and mowing your grass after 7:00pm on hot days. Click the link below for even more tips.
http://www.in.gov/idem/your_environment/airaware/index.html
May 1, 2008 - Softball league invites kids with cancer, cancer survivors
A softball league has invited children with cancer and cancer survivors to play with them before their game on May 5.

It’s at the Belleville softball complex on Mayflower Road, with warm-ups beginning at 6:45.

For more information, click on the link above.

May 1, 2008 - Sam's Club re-recycling program
Sam's Club is offering a re-recycling program to its members.

Club members can log on to the Sam's Club website and find out what their small to medium-sized electronics are worth.

If your electronics still have value, you will receive a Sam's Club gift card for the amount.

You can also recycle your electronics for free, with prepaid shipping.

The program guarantees the items will not end up in landfills.

Apr 30, 2008 - Absentee voting hours, St. Joseph County
Thursday, May 1: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday, May 2: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 3: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Monday, May 5: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
County City Building, 1st floor

Apr 30, 2008 - Jill Long Thompson's plan for gas prices
Jill Long Thompson continued her "Back on Track" tour with a stop at the Marathon gas station at 933 and Auten Road. Earlier this month, Long Thompson proposed capping the sales tax collected on gasoline over $2.75 a gallon.
Apr 30, 2008 - Nintendo Recall
Nintendo is recalling 71,000 of its pins because of high lead levels.

Nintendo pins feature 12 different video game characters.

They were sold at a Nintendo store in New York City and one in Redmond, Washington from April 2004 through November 2007.

The pins were also given away as promotional items.

Apr 29, 2008 - DTV 101
To get the converter box coupons just call 1-888-388-2009, and to get all of your questions answered about DTV, or digital television, just click on the link above.
Apr 28, 2008 - As Seen on TV -- The Infinity Razor
For more information about the Infinity Razor, or to order one online, visit the official website at the following link:
http://www.theinfinityrazor.com/
Apr 28, 2008 - Information on economic stimulus payments
The first round of direct deposit payments went out today. To find out more about when you can expect you payment, and how much you might receive, visit the IRS website.
Apr 28, 2008 - NBC’s The Biggest Loser
For more information about NBC’s The Biggest Loser, including contestant bios, message boards, and diet tips, visit the official site at the link below:
http://www.nbc.com/The_Biggest_Loser/
Apr 27, 2008 - Hearth, Patio & Barbeque Association
Get some great ideas for your patio for outdoor entertainment
Apr 26, 2008 - Homeward Bound Indiana
Homeward Bound Indiana is a group that organizes a series of annual walks around the Hoosier state to help raise money and awareness of homelessness in the state of Indiana.
Apr 25, 2008 - Father Ted's Inaugural Fun Run/Walk for Upward Bound
For more on this Sunday’s event, click on the following link to the full story:
http://www.wndu.com/localnews/headlines/18182084.html
Apr 25, 2008 - Waxcessories Simmer Pots Recalled
Almost a million of Waxcessories Simmer Pots are being recalled.

The wire connections can become loose, posing a fire hazard.

The company's had 161 complaints, but no injuries.

The words "electric simmer pot" and the design name are printed on the bar code label, on the bottom of the base.

Visit Simmer Pot Recall for more information.

Apr 24, 2008 - Go Red for Women campaign
The American Heart Association hosted its "Go Red for Women" luncheon Thursday in South Bend. Heart Disease is the number one killer for women. The goal of the campaign is to educate women on cardiovascular disease and the steps they can take to prevent it. If you'd like a free online heart checkup, go to this website:
http://www.goredforwomen.org
Apr 24, 2008 - BuyMyTronics
If you have broken cell phones, iPods, or other electronics you can trade them in through cash at buymytronics.com. Just click on the link above to visit the website.
Apr 23, 2008 - Project Vote Smart
For more information about Project Vote Smart, visit their official website at the following link:
http://www.votesmart.org/
Apr 21, 2008 - Indiana unclaimed property
If you think you have unclaimed property, you can check with the state by clicking on the link above.
Apr 20, 2008 - Madison Center's S-O-S abuse prevention program
http://www.madison.org/index.php?MenuID=19
WNDU News Poll
With gas prices so high, I'm...

Walking everywhere
Cancelling that summer vacation
Cutting down on going out
Not doing anything different


 

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