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Shopping Locally FRESHER, SAFER, BUILDS COMMUNITY

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In the last 10 years Americans have seen a boom in local food markets and for good reason. While Americans continue to buy more fast food, they still expect perfect ingredients and they are finding them.

So why are they turning to their local markets more and more? In a nutshell they want fresh, healthy produce with great flavor. There are numerous other benefits to buying local products and it would seem Americans are now rediscovering what their local growers have to offer.

FRESHER Locally grown items are usually harvested 1 or 2 days before hitting the market making them significantly fresher then traditional store bought ingredients. Given that produce loses nutrients quickly, a recently harvested crop is preferred for its ripeness alone.

SAFER Even when it’s not organically grown, small farms tend to be less aggressive than large factory farms about using chemicals. For those consumers opposed to using genetically altered produce, locally grown produce will offer the best product.

BUILDS COMMUNITY When you go to a local market you get a chance to see the grower and talk to them eye-to-eye. This opportunity to meet the growers in person goes a long way in creating a sense of community and maintaining tradition in addition to supporting local growers financially.

By continuing to support local growers today, you are ensuring that they will be around tomorrow. In fact more and more non-chain grocers are carrying locally grown products. They must, it’s what consumers are demanding.

Try buying local flavors. You have nothing to lose and so much to gain.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

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eurofeedback (NFB), also called neurotherapy or EEG biofeedback, is an alternative therapy for adults and children dealing with any of a wide range of physical, emotional, and mental challenges, including attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, panic attacks, relationship issues, addictions, fibromyalgia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). NFB is non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical, and has a lengthy track record of use by sports professionals, therapists, and even government agencies (NASA used it in the 1960s to train astronauts).

In recent years, interest in and use of NFB has seen a resurgence due to medical discoveries regarding brain plasticity. Research is now showing that the brain can be trained to rewire itself for sharper mental acuity, more efficient performance, and better overall health. NFB offers a way to achieve this rewiring, or brainwave training, with almost no effort on the part of the trainee. Whether the result of diagnosed disorders or injuries, cognitive deterioration due to aging (including menopause), or simply the outcome of poor sleep patterns, performance anxiety, and job stress, NFB has been clinically proven to provide relief from symptoms.

Most subjects (95%) achieve benefits that restore wellness and quality of life, often very quickly, without aid of drugs, surgery, or continuous medical care.

Veterans and their families in particular can benefit from NFB treatment. PTSD takes a toll, not only on the returning vet, but also on his or her family. Symptoms such as nightmares, irritability, impatience, anxiety, panic attacks, hypervigilance, and alcohol/drug abuse all conspire to undermine the veteran’s ability to reintegrate into life at home. These

symptoms can quickly cause problems on a number of fronts, from family interactions and work performance to impulse control and ability to function effectively in society. Needless to say, the results can be devastating. Neurofeedback can dramatically reduce these symptoms, often within five, one-hour sessions (though 15-20 sessions are recommended to receive the full benefits of NFB in cases of PTSD).

Even young, fit individuals can use NFB to improve performance. Numerous Olympic and professional athletes, from skiers to soccer players, use NFB to prepare for competition. Neurofeedback’s ability to help athletes improve their focus allows them to get and stay “in the zone.” In fact, members of the four-time World Cup-winning Italian soccer team called neurofeedback their “secret weapon”!

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isha is a Senior at the Bonners Ferry High School.

She is involved in theatre, drama and choir. Misha Brady has two favorite teachers: Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Arthur. In her free time she enjoys hanging with her friends. The best part of the day is when she is in honor choir; the honor choir will soon be attending “large group”. Misha will be going and she is very excited. Chinese food is her favorite.

Senior Nick Rossi is four sport athlete at the Bonners Ferry High School. If he’s not wrestling or hitting a home run he’s tackling someone or running in track and field. The most memorable moment in sports Nick has had while being a Badger was beating Moscow for Homecoming. He says Mr. Anderson is his favorite teacher and his favorite class is advanced biology. When he’s not busy with sports, he enjoys hanging with friends. Rossi’s favorite food is hamburgers.

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LOCAL BUZZ

Boundary County Backpacks LOCALS START AN AMAZING PROGRAM THAT FEEDS NAPLE’S CHILDREN

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ost say they love living in Bonners Ferry because its a caring community. When someone is need, the community comes together and fills the needs. Recently a group has come together to help fight hunger for the Naples school children. The “Boundary County Backpack Program”, provides Naples school children with backpacks full of food to go home with after school on Thursday for the weekend. In Boundary County there are three day weekends which can be a challenge for families.

The cost of the kits are $6.09 per weekend pack, per student. The program is funded by citizens of Bonners Ferry, organizations and a grant from the Equinox Foundation.

On Wednesdays, Anne Mae Spalding and Barbara Binall stuff the thirty one backpacks, which Merle Dinning then delivers and distributes to Naples School on Thursdays.

Shirley Anderson meets the Second Harvest truck in Sagle and they transport the food to the Trinity Lutheran Church.

The families with children who qualify for free or reduced breakfast and lunch programs are invited to apply for the community sponsored weekend program.

The financial needs have been met for this years program providing thirty-one backpacks per week through the school year. The group is working now to raise funds for the next school year, hopefully expanding to other schools. A community wide group of volunteers from Trinity Lutheran Church serves as Bo-Co Back Pack fiscal sponsor. If you are interested in contributing to the children, donations may be made to Bo-Co Back Packs, Trinity Lutheran 6784 Cody Street, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805. Bo-Co meets for a short meeting the third Thursday of each month at Trinity Lutheran at 6pm.

Everyone is welcome.

For more information call Shirley Anderson at 208.267.3068.

Information by Shirley Anderson and Gini Woodward

Naples School was chosen for the first year pilot program because 76% of the students qualify for the school food programs. Second Harvest, a partner of “Feeding America” reports that “kids growing up in families where food is in short supply are at increased risk for behavioral problems, learning disabilities and other physical and cognitive impairments.”

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HEALTHY LIVING

How Fatherhood Contributes to Fitness FATHERHOOD CREATES POSITIVE CHANGES TO MALE HEALTH

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hen speaking about fitness and healthy living, most men usually think of the stereotyped image of a guy eating a balanced diet, going to the gym regularly and engaging into sports activities. All right, if you want to be different, you’ll probably choose yoga, ballroom dancing, carpentry or even pottery as your means to exercise, relieve stress and fight boredom. But you’ll probably do a lot of sneaking when you want to do some unique stuff.

Yet the truth is that male health is not only limited to diet or doing exercises or sports. For, there are other aspects of a man’s life that directly or indirectly influence his health. No wonder fitness and healthy living is a must for every man.

If you’re a father, you may be wondering how that role affects your over all fitness and healthy living. Of course, expecting and having your first-born child is a mixture of excitement, happiness and worry. Yet as the number of your kids increase and you start to face the tough challenges of parenting, you’ll probably give a more serious thought on your role as a dad.

You’ll have to quickly master multitasking as you change diapers, feed your kids, watch them as they run around the house or reprimand them when they get excessively naughty.

Is fatherhood doing good or bad things to men’s health?

happiness and fulfillment. The responsibility of being a father always changes the lifestyle of men. They no longer work nor live for their wife, but for their entire family. In this case, they may start to drop unhealthy practices such as smoking and drinking in order to set a good example for their kids.

Moreover, their desire to watch and be with their children as they grow will inspire them to maintain their health and live longer. Hence, they’ll find more reasons to eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, drive carefully and visit their physician regularly. Of course, the joy of men is even doubled or tripled when they start to have grandchildren. Things keep on getting better as their family grows. It goes without saying that fitness and healthy living is still maintained when a man becomes a father.

Generally, fatherhood creates positive changes to the entire male health. This is true compared to men who aren’t married or who don’t have kids yet. Of course, this does not mean that single men aren’t as equally healthy as married men.

However, being a father gives you a certain edge in terms of fitness and healthy living. In fact, fathers who spend quality time with their kids are more likely to experience greater

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SENIOR FOCUS

Cruise Ship Vacations for Seniors EXPERIENCE THE FUN AND EXCITEMENT ABOARD A CRUISE SHIP

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n many areas of the world, including the United States, we often view senior citizens as having limits. While health issues may plague some senior citizens, most individuals are healthy and happy. In fact, many consider their senior years to be the prime of their live. If you are one of those individuals, you could experience fun and excitement aboard a cruise ship.

One of the most common concerns aboard a cruise is safety.

Many senior citizens and their family members are concerned with the health risks of taking a cruise. If you or your family has fears associated with extended cruises, you may want to seek guidance from your family physician. With a simple visit, your physician may easily be able to determine whether or not you are up for the voyage.

If and when you receive the okay from your doctor, you can begin to further examine vacationing aboard a cruise ship.

When examining cruise ships, you are encouraged to examine a number of cruise lines and each of the ships that they have available. To get started on your search, it is advised that you examine Royal Caribbean Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines and Princess Cruises. The foresaid cruise lines are just a few of the many that service travelers; however, they are often considered the most popular.

When examining a particular cruise ship, you are encouraged to search for activities and services that you are attracted to.

These services are important because they are often the only way for seniors to find the perfect cruise ship. At the current time, there is not a large, well-known cruise ship company

that offers cruises specifically for senior citizens. That does not mean that you shouldn’t take a cruise. It does; however, mean that you may need to spend more time researching your available options.

You can and should search for cruise ship activities based on your own preferences. Many seniors prefer cruise ships that offer elegant dinning facilities and activities geared towards mature crowds. If safety is a concern, you may wish to vacation aboard a family fun cruise. These cruises are geared towards individuals and families of all ages. Many times, a family fun cruise has a more appropriate environment.

Seniors, including yourself, may find this environment warm and welcoming.

Once you have made the decision to take a cruise ship vacation, you may be excited to book your reservations.

Senior citizens are urged to refrain from purchasing tickets and making travel accommodations on a whim. This is because many seniors qualify for cruise ship and other travel discounts. Many of these discounts are offered by AARP, Triple A and other membership clubs. Even if you may not qualify for travel deals and discounts, you should still see if they exist.

Until you look, you never know if you can book a cruise at a discounted price.

Cruise ship travel is a fun, exciting and rewarding experience, no matter what your age. With a large number of discounts, it is quite possible that you can all enjoy a vacation aboard a cruise ship, without having to go broke.

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Sports!

3/24 - BF Invite, Home, 10am 3/30 - Deer Park, Away, 9am 4/12 - Kellogg/St. Maries, Home, 4pm 4/14 - Kellogg Invite., Away, 10am

Baseball

3/16 - Orofino, Away, 1pm 3/17 - Orofino, Away, 10am 3/27 - Sandpoint, Away, 3:30pm 3/30 - TL Tournament, Away, 1pm 3/31 - TL Tournament, Away, TBA 4/5 - Priest River, Away, 3pm 4/7 - St. Maries, Away, 11am 4/14 - Timberlake, Home, 11pm

Softball

3/23 - PR Tournament, Away, TBA 3/24 - PR Tournament, Away, TBA 3/27 - Sandpoint, Away, 3:30pm 4/5 - Priest River, Away, 3pm 4/7 - St. Maries, Away, 1pm 4/9 - Libby, Away, 3pm 4/13 - Timberlake, Home, 3pm

Golf

4/2 - Kellogg, Away, 3:30pm 4/14 - IML, Home

MARCH 15TH - APRIL 15TH March 16 - “Back County Film Festival”. Celebrate the beauty & fun of the human powered winter backcountry experience with an evening of award winning outdoor films at the Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival. The festival was created to highlight Winter Wildlands Alliance’s efforts to preserve & conserve winter landscapes for quiet users. The Bonners Ferry Festival will benefit its local sponsors, the Idaho Conservation League & Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. There will be loads of door prizes, drinks and pastries from The Pearl Cafe. Doors open at 6pm and films roll at 7pm at The Pearl Theater. Tickets are $5 at the door. idahoconservation.org March 17 - “Boundary County Youth Business Project Fair”. Now in its 2nd year, Craig Anderson of Bonners 12 WWW.NEWSLINESONLINE.COM

Ferry High School, introduces students in their senior year to the process of developing a business concept, creating a business plan, organizing a multi-faceted marketing campaign and developing financial projections for a business that they’ve imagined. All are invited to come see the introduction of their projects and the awards presentations. The night will begin at 6:30pm with light refreshments and 7pm will be the awards ceremony. Call Sandy Ashworth at 208.267.3750 for more information.

March 22 - Almeda Bradshaw. One of Montana’s most talented Western Americana artists, Almeda’s love and appreciation for the western way of life is evident in her heartfelt original and traditional poetry and songs of the west. A lifetime of experience in writing and music place her work above the ordinary and her clear vocals, compelling stage presence and flat picking ability guarantee Almeda to be an audience favorite!

Doors open at 6pm at the Pearl Theater and the show begins at 7pm.

Tickets are $10 at the door.

March 24 - “Dance, Dance, Dance”. Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., hosts a Dance, Dance, Dance event!

The evening gets under way with a beginning Salsa lesson at 7pm, taught by a professional dance instructor.

General dancing follows from 8pm10pm with door prizes, refreshments, mixers and more. Cost is $6 for members, $9 for non-members and $5 for teens. 208.699.0421.

March 24 - Syringa Wholistic Fair. Come to the Boundary County Fairgrounds from 10am to 6pm for this exciting event! The Syringa Wholistic Chamber meets on the last Tuesday of the month at Chic-n-Chop at 6:30pm, everyone is welcome.

March 24 - “Getting Out There”.

Movie & slideshow presented to you

by Paul Bonnell, in conjunction with a wide circle of friends, featuring far-flung adventures and local flavor, this movie and slideshow night will wet your appetite for “getting out there”. Includes work from the travels of Kale Semar, Carl Diedrich, Tucker Sweeney, Winter Braden and many others! Doors open at 6pm and the

show begins at 7pm at The Pearl Theater. There is a $5 suggested donation which contributes to the Boundary County Food Bank. www.onedaywithoutshoes.com.

March 27 - “Performers’ Circle”.

The last Tuesday of every month, area performers gather at The Pearl for an evening of sharing music of any genre, theater, comedy, dance, etc. All performers are welcome! Entrance is free to performers and $5 for nonperformers. Door open at 6pm and the show begins at 7pm. Arrive early for “2 Buck Chuck Night”! Fresh, hot pizza and as always, sodas, coffee, wine & beer, plus tonight’s dessert: Cafe’s Choice. Tickets are $5 at the door for non-performers.

March 28 - Mirror Lake Ladies Golf Association. Luncheon at Chic-NChop at 11:30am. We are seeking new members and always welcome past members. Any questions, please call Evelyn Rae at 208.267.2595.

March 30, 31 - “24 Hours Of Schweitzer”.

Schweitzer hosts the fourth-annual, allnight fundraiser held in honor of five-year-old Hank Sturgis of Sandpoint, who has the rare, fatal disease cystinosis that affects only 500 people in the entire country. Skiers and boarders of all ages (including kids) and abilities will compete around the clock to raise funds for cystinosis research and Hank’s future. For more information, or to participate, donate or volunteer, visit www.24hoursforhank.org or call 208.610.2131.

March 31 - “Contra Dance”. Come alone or bring your friends! Everyone dances! Contra dance is one of the very few dance forms where by the end of the evening you are likely to have danced with everyone! LIVE MUSIC provided by EBB & FLOW. A band based in Coeur d’Alene with one of its members, Sharon Fitzgerald, from Bonners Ferry. Fresh hot pizza, desserts, wine, beer and a variety of beverages are available from The Pearl Cafe. Cost for ALL THIS FUN...$10 for ages 16 & older and $5 for 15 and younger. Doors open at 6pm and the dancing begins at 7pm at The Pearl Theater.

March 31 - Business Fair. Business to business and business to consumer, networking is the focus of this event.

We encourage businesses to sell or demonstrate their products and services on site at the event, which is located at the Bonner County Fairgrounds from 11am-3pm. Call 208.263.2161 or email info@sandpointchamber.com for more information.

April 7 - “American Girl Club”. Held at the Boundary County Library from 1pm-3pm, drop by and see us or call to sign up at 208.267.3750.

April 11 - “Mirror Lake Ladies Golf Association”. Organizational meeting being held at the golf course at 10am for coffee and treats. Seeking new members and always welcoming past members. There will be golf, weather permitting. Call Evelyn Rae at 208.267.2595 with any questions.

April 13 - “Live Music”. Come to Papa Byrds and enjoy live music from 6pm-9pm.

April 14, 15 - Home and Garden Show. The 27th annual Home and Garden Event brought to you by our local contractors association, the PBCA. The Home and Garden Show will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. Hope to see all you green thumbs there!

>>UPCOMING EVENTS<< April 21 - “The Selkirk Crest Chapter 21 Annual Banquet”. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is holding their annual event at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. Get your ticket application in by going to rmef. org and click on “attend an event”.

April 27 - “Rotary’s Father of All Yard Sales”. The sale is being held from 8am-5pm at The Boundary County Fairgrounds. The cost is $20 for a booth rental. Call Becky for more info 208.267.3129.

May 12-June 23 - “The Way We Worked”. Come view this spectacular Smithsonian Exhibit on display at the museum for 6 weeks! Admission is FREE, donations are accepted. Hours are from 10am-7pm.

BUSINESS GUIDE

At Your Service!

AUTOMOTIVE Riverside Auto Center New and used auto sales, parts, service and body shop.

6471 Bonner Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.3100 or 800.235.4103

MEDICAL/PHARMACY Chiropractic Care Chiropractic care for the whole family!

Dr. Pamela Svec, D.C. 6514 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.7355

BEAMS AND FLOORING HOME INTERIOR The Paint Bucket Sandpoint’s complete paint & wallpaper store.

714 Pine Street | Sandpoint, ID 208.263.5032

Well Life Pharmacy and Cafe 6603 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.0726

Thick ‘n’ Thin Your hometown sawmill for builders, remodelers and do-it-yourself-ers.

4355 Cow Creek Road | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.1330 CANCER SERVICES Community Cancer Services www.communitycancerservices.org 1215 Michigan Street, Suite B Sandpoint, ID 208.255.2301 COFFEE Evans Brothers Artisian roasted organic coffee you can find at Well Life Pharmacy and Harvest Foods. 524 Church Road by the historic granary tower in Sandpoint Idaho.

208.265.5553 CONSTRUCTION Panhandle Nail Benders General construction.

Ken Byler: 208.290.7535 Office: 208.267.3649 DAYCARE Holly’s Preschool and Daycare hdpfamily@hughes.net. 208.597.4306.

FIREARMS Wrenco Arms 102 South Boyer Avenue | Sandpoint, ID FURNITURE Beck’s Furniture 6443 McCall Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 1.888.267.0914 or 208.267.7267 GARDEN CENTER North Bench Flower Patch 840 Moon Shadow Road | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.610.9910 GROOMING Doggy Doo Dog & cat grooming.

120 Selkirk Street | Moyie Springs, ID 208.267.7860 HEATING/COOLING Pend Oreille Mechanical 1207 Dover Highway | Sandpoint, ID 208.263.6163 MARKETING Like-Media Powerful marketing, branding and social media integration. 208.904.3838.

PHONE SERVICE E.T. Wireless - Verizon Wireless 6665 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.7100 PHOTOGRAPHY Angela Mock http://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100002301620562 angelinamock@yahoo.com 208.304.5124 RESTAURANT Forty-One South 41 Lakeshore Drive | Sagle, ID www.41southsandpoint.com 208.265.2000 SHIPPING Badger Shipping Parcel rates like the post office!

6653 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.1637 TAX SERVICES Rhoads Tax Service Gary R. Rhoads, Tax Specialist. www.rhoadstax.com.

6476 Main Street, Suite B Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.5889 TITLES Community Title 6607 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, Idaho www.CommunityTitleCo.com Phone: 208.267.6500 Toll Free: 866.996.6500 SALON Mane Street Hair Full service salon.

6451 McCall Street, Suite A Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.1170 TANNING Badger’s Den Cafe, espresso and tanning 6551 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.1486 VARIETY STORE Huckleberry Variety Things for everyday and those special occasions.

7214 Main Street | Bonners Ferry, ID 208.267.3286 VETERINARIAN Animal Medical Care Small and large animal veterinarian. Bob Stoll, DVM. 1120 Superior Street | Sandpoint, ID 208.263.8222

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ACTIVITIES AND FUN

FRUIT THIEVES A fruit farmer hired two new workers for his fields, but before he sent them out for the day’s work, he told them he had just one rule: don’t steal any fruit. The two agreed to obey the rule.

After the day was over, the two workers came in to report to the farmer. He asked them if they had stolen any fruit, and immediately their conscience forced them to tell the truth.

farmer promptly told him that as part of his punishment, he would have to stuff each cherry up his nose. The thief was upset about this, but he knew he had done wrong, so he slowly began to push the cherries up his nose one by one.

As he was working on the third cherry, he began to laugh hysterically.

The farmer asked him, “What’s so funny?”

The thief replied, “The other guy is out there picking watermelons!”

“Yes, we did. We ate some when we got hungry,” they said.

JUST LOOKING AROUND

The farmer replied, “Okay, here is your punishment. I want each of you to go pick ten of your favorite fruit and come back to me.”

A blind man walks into a store with his seeing eye dog.

The men couldn’t believe their ears. This seemed more like a reward than a punishment!

After fifteen minutes, the first thief came back with ten cherries. The

All of a sudden, he picks up the leash and begins swinging the dog over his head.

The manager runs up to the man and asks, “What are you doing?!”

The blind man replies, “Just looking around.”

SUDOKU SPRING WORD FIND

David and Andrea are international winning photographers for the last three years!

Family Portraits • Seniors • Glamour Bridal • Children • Babies • Scenics Nature • Commercial

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David & Andrea Karmer • Owners • Photographers www.stampedelakestudio.com | 208.267.2045 | 144 Stampede Lake Road | Naples, Idaho 83847

Greenhouse, Garden Center and Gift Shop Bareroot Fruit Tree Sale is April 14th - 22nd!

Customer Appreciation Day is May 5th!

Our gift shop is bursting with great new inventory.

Competitive prices on Nutro and Taste of the Wild pet food.

We sell grain, hay and straw as well!

Bring in your baskets to be replanted!

Highway 95 Milepost 495.5 | Napes, Idaho | 208.267.5108 | moosevalleyfarms@nidaho.net 14 WWW.NEWSLINESONLINE.COM

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800.235.4103 6471 Bonner Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho www.RiversideAuto.com

2012 Suzuki Kitashi 2440 Miles!

Stock #6252 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Great Gas Mileage!

Stock #6220

2010 Subaru Forester Great fuel economy!

Stock #6161 2010 Chrysler Town and Country Stock #6243

2006 Chevy Colorado 5-Speed Stock #6284 2004 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, 61k Miles Stock #6246

2001 Mercury Sable 4-Door Sedan Stock #6204 2009 Toyota Tacoma 4-Door Truck Double Stock #6245

2005 Chevy Equinox 4-Door SUV Stock #6258

Spring is in the air!

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