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FEBRUARY 2002: click here for the article in its entirety.

Farm Subsidy Cuts
The Senate voted overwhelmingly to reduce the amount of federal subsidies a single farm can receive.
Feb. 8, 2002: The Washington Post, "Nation," A6

Frederick Rushes to Slow Tap
As in other eastern areas, city's growth is outpacing water supply. [Might be a good time to check out Permaculture: A Designer's Manual, by Bill Mollison. Go to Seeds of Change for more information.]
Feb. 7, 2002: The Washington Post, "Metro," B1

What's Normal Anymore?
Springlike temperatures in winter can be confusing to plants and the gardeners who tend them. Experts are working on a new plant-hardiness map to better chart the vagaries of weather.
Feb. 7, 2002: The Washington Post, "Home," H6