BLACK GOLD FOR YOUR GARDEN SOIL NATIONAL LEARN ABOUT COMPOSTING DAY!
WHAT IS COMPOST? Compost is decomposed organic matter, which is especially good for people who have gardens or aspire to live a sustainable lifestyle. People put coffee grounds; vegetable scraps; paper products, including receipts, paper towels, and tissues; and wood chips, leaves, and other types of waste that are not categorized as processed food, meats, or fish products in their compost bin. Compost can stabilize gardening soil, keep the soil from contracting diseases, and help the ground retain moisture. WHY DO WE COMPOST? Besides giving gardens and lawns significant nutrients, composting also reduces landfills. According to the United States EPA, “Food scraps and yard waste together currently make up about 30 percent of what we throw away.” Organic material often takes longer to decompose in
Most people have heard of composting one way or another. Your mom might have kept a bin in the backyard for overripe Halloween pumpkins, yard clippings, and egg shells. You might even have a coworker who boasts about the giant compost pile they use to fertilize their garden and lawn. Whatever your level of composting knowledge may be, there is always more to learn about this popular and extremely beneficial method for handling organic food waste. Luckily, May 29 is National Learn About Composting Day! This day provides a great opportunity to introduce yourself to and begin the conversation about composting if you haven’t already. Below are a few answers to your basic composting questions to get you started.
a landfill due to being wrapped in plastic. The more organic material that is composted, the quicker it can deteriorate. LEARN ABOUT COMPOSTING DAY The best way to recognize this holiday is to learn as much as you can about composting. When you dive in, you’ll discover you can compost materials you never knew you could, including latex balloons and cardboard egg cartons. Once you do your research, you can start your very own compost by dedicating a part of your backyard to disposing of organic matter or by purchasing a compost bin. This article covers the basics of composting, but there’s still plenty more to learn! Head to your local farmers market or botanical garden and talk to the experts about any questions you have — they’ll be sure to give you some great tips.
THE 3 KINDS OF DUIS KNOW THE CONSEQUENCES OF DRIVING DRUNK There is never a reason to drive under the influence of alcohol. From using designated drivers to calling on ride-share services like Lyft, there are plenty of alternatives to getting behind the wheel after having had one too many. The risk that driving drunk poses to your life and the lives of others always outweighs any inconvenience caused by choosing not to drive. Even if you avoid causing an accident, if you’re pulled over, you’ll face serious legal ramifications — a DUI infraction, a misdemeanor, or a felony. DUI INFRACTION This is the least severe penalty one can face where DUIs are concerned. Infractions are almost exclusively reserved for people under the age of 21 whose Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is below .05 percent. While this charge won’t land you in jail or even go on your criminal record, it still carries a hefty price. If found guilty of a DUI infraction, you could face a large fine on top of possibly having your car impounded or losing your license. DUI MISDEMEANOR Misdemeanors are the most common charge faced by adults caught driving under the influence. They occur when your BAC is over .08 percent, provided that injuries resulting from any accidents were minimal. A DUI misdemeanor is a very serious charge that can land you in jail for up to a year or saddle you with a hefty fine. Thankfully,
alternative sentencing options exist in the forms of probation, treatment programs, and community service. An experienced DUI defense attorney can help you navigate these options when deciding whether or not to fight a misdemeanor charge. DUI FELONY Being the most severe form of DUI charge, a felony carries life-altering penalties. A felony results from one of two scenarios: Either you seriously injure or kill someone as a result of driving with a BAC over .08 percent or you’ve had four DUI charges within the last 10 years. Being found guilty of this felony could subject you to over a year of jail time and restrict many of your civil liberties, including your right to vote, adopt a child, or hold a professional license. All three of these charges carry serious consequences. If you are facing a DUI charge, a talented DUI attorney may be able to reduce either the charge or the punishment mandated by it. Contact the Law Offices of Elliott Kanter for a free consultation.
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