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The Federal Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 will go into effect on January 1, 2009. Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration systems for 70 years, is ready for the transition, offering numerous energy efficient options on their walk-in coolers and freezers which are compliant with the new federal regulations.

November is American Diabetes Month and is a great time to bring awareness and attention to the disease of diabetes and the importance of diabetes control. 

According to the American Diabetes Association Web site, “There are 23.6 million children and adults in the United States, or 7.8% of the population, who have diabetes. While an estimated 17.9 million have been diagnosed with diabetes, unfortunately, 5.7 million people (or nearly one quarter) are unaware that they have the disease.”

New Albany residents and business owners have recently seen a light or dark brown discoloration in the water. This discoloration is not harmful to drink or use unless the water is brown and laundry is done. In that case, the laundry might turn brown as well. Harold Smith, manager of New Albany Light, Gas and Water, said, “Anytime there is a drastic change in normal water flow, a hydrant gets turned on, or someone cuts a water line, it creates a change in the flow of water and stirs up the iron within the pipes and creates the brown tint that is seen.”

By New Albany Gazette

The 2008 "Sharing at Christmas Fund" is now underway, with the goal to once again reach $25,000 in donations.

The New Albany Gazette was open on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, to take applications from those in need of help this year. While the Gazette will not be taking any more applications at its office, applications will be available at city and county schools, as well as churches in Union County, for those unable to sign up on Saturday. Unlike last year, we will not take applications over the phone.