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President Obama unveiled his proposed Homestar Program on Tuesday. Under the program, homeowners are eligible for instant vendor and manufacturer rebates in return for using the most energy efficient building supplies on the market, most of which are produced in the United States. There are different categories of rebates available, contingent upon how much of an effort a homeowner invests in reducing their household energy consumption, the largest rebates going to those who undertake a retrofit of their home that results in a reduction of energy used by at least 20%. If the program is passed, the projected cost is $6 billion. But the White House maintains that tens of thousands of jobs will be created and the proposal has the support of many in the home building and building supplies industries.

Albany, Georgia has many sites to see and fun things to do. From visiting the Flint River Aquarium to taking a stroll at the Parks at Chehaw, there are many interesting things to do while in Albany, Georgia.

Traveling to Atlanta, Georgia doesn´t have to be boring if you know of a few interesting and fun things to do beforehand. This article takes a look at a few things to do while in Atlanta, Georgia.

Sanibel Island is a terrific tourist spot. Popular since the early 1900s, Sanibel Island offers fishing, swimming, exploring, shelling, and more.

Burial practices are unique to cultures the world over, but one unique custom in the United States is that of the New Orleans jazz funeral. A singular blend of European and west African funeral customs, the jazz funeral can be found exclusively in this part of the world. In 800 words this article describes in brief the process of the jazz funeral´s development in US history.

The Blue Ridge Parkway, which celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2010, is one of the most scenic roads in the country. It´s a chance to get off the beaten track and enjoy Mother Nature at her most spectacular. This article offers a brief history of the road, provides some practical tips and lists some of the attractions to be found along the route.