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Historic Site Gets Restoration Boost from Garden, Pest Control Executives
 Volunteers worked at the national historic landmark Longue Vue House and Gardens in New Orelans to help repair the grounds following the flood and wind damage of Hurricane Katrina.

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RISE Names Reardon and Grotos to Lead Grassroots Program

Washington, D.C. - May 14, 2007 - RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment)® has named
Karen Reardon as director of communications and grassroots and Elizabeth Grotos as RISE
grassroots manager. Reardon will direct the RISE grassroots program and Grotos will manage program implementation.

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RISE Takes a Behind the Scenes Look at Spring Time
Many Take for Granted the Products that Produce Healthy Lawns and Gardens

Washington D.C. – April 4, 2007 – How many among us can honestly say they don’t take the time to admire the beauty of a budding dogwood or a blossoming flower during this time of year? Spring often reminds people of the world’s natural appeal, but according to Allen James, president of RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) ® most take it for granted without considering what is behind the magic.

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URBAN NOTIFICATION COURT ORDER, 1/22/04
Washington Toxics Coalition v.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) -- (WA,
OR and CA Locales) Click here