Month: November 2012

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- A group that originally formed to help those affected by a June 1 tornado is now helping those hit hard by Sandy, reports NECN. A campground is among those who originally received help.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- There are people who won’t go camping unless they have a place to go -- to the bathroom. People often seem to fall into two camps: those who don’t care where they go and those who require something that resembles indoor plumbing. For the later, not even a chemical toilet will do -- and a vault toilet is definitely out of the question. That's where Green Flush Technologies' innovative restrooms can impact customer service.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- The New York Times writes that the National Park Service has waived admission for several days each year over the last decade, helping to drive up attendance at its 398 parks. But at the same time, the service has lost revenue, about $700,000 to $1 million per free day.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- During a recent “Planning for Growth” luncheon at Spearhead, a group of 25 business leaders agreed with our conclusion that it takes three things to grow a company. They are 1) Clear business development objectives, 2) A process for developing key relationships and 3) committed resources.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- Two businesses in historic Yorktown will close at the end of the year due to ongoing issues with the National Park Service over contract delays and new lease requirements, writes the Daily Press.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- The East Valley Chorale will present The Songs of Christmas at a free concert on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. at Mesa Regal RV Park in Mesa, reports newszap.com.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service invites Floridians and visitors to celebrate the holiday season in one of Florida’s 171 award-winning state parks, trails and historic sites, the department said today.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- Business is coming back, and it’s time to get back to running it instead of worrying about it. And I want you to remember all the horror stories you have ever heard about internal theft, because it is back too. And big time. So let’s have a quick review here. First, it happens. And it can happen anywhere, and it can be anyone: The most droll accountant, or the sweetest little gal in accounts payable. Anybody. Anywhere. Anytime.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- Fall Creek Falls State Park is hosting its annual Christmas on the Mountain Celebration on Friday, Nov. 30 through Sunday, Dec. 2, at the park’s Inn and Conference Center.

(Nov. 30, 2012) -- Georgia and Alabama football fans are in Atlanta in preparation for the Saturday SEC Championship Game. Fans began setting up their tailgates at the RV park near the Georgia Dome on Thursday, and by this morning, most of the RVs were occupied by Bama fans, reports WGCL Atlanta.