Welcome to the June 2006 edition of the Federal Citizen Information Center's FEDINFO E-letter! These subscription e-letters from Pueblo are sent 6-8 times a year with helpful updates, practical information, and special offers to make your life a little easier. You can always find the latest information on our family of websites: Pueblo.gsa.gov, FirstGov.gov, ConsumerAction.gov, and Kids.gov.
This issue includes:
- Our New RSS Feeds
- Great Outdoors Month
- National Homeownership Month
- A Special Free Offer for FEDINFO Subscribers
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OUR NEW RSS FEEDS
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) is a free service offered by FCIC to make it easier for you to keep up with consumer news and information that is important to you. Click here to learn more about RSS.
Once you’re ready for RSS, stay up-to-date on new consumer issues from Uncle Sam with our feeds from Pueblo:
- Consumer News from Pueblo
Find answers to questions about the federal government and everyday consumer issues with Pueblo's Consumer News RSS feed. Get timely information on cars, parenting, food and nutrition and federal benefits.
- Health News from Pueblo
Want to know how to get the most out of your prescription drug insurance coverage, or how to fight the flu? Keep on top of important health news with our Health News feed. Stay healthy with practical tips on food safety, asthma, exercise and diet, and much more.
- Money News from Pueblo
Looking to save more money for a new house, retirement, or maybe that dream vacation? Learn how to stretch your dollar with tips from our Money News feed. Find out how to invest, save for college or a new home, and more.
- Other Government RSS Feeds
Visit FirstGov.gov to view the RSS Library of available RSS Feeds from across the government.
Sign up for one, some, or all of our RSS feeds by clicking here.
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June is Great Outdoors Month. This is the perfect time to enjoy some fun in the sun and experience America’s natural beauty.
Be sure to take the scenic route on your next trip! Check out America’s Scenic Byways. America's Byways are a distinctive collection of American roads, their stories and treasured places. They are roads to the heart and soul of America. There are 126 such designated Byways in 48 states. You can get view photos, get trip ideas or itineraries, share your experiences, or order a free map of America’s Byways. Plan your next road trip at: http://www.byways.org/
You can also find one-stop outdoor recreation planning at Recreation.gov. You'll get information on about 2,500 public recreation sites and links to state tourism sites with information about thousands of private attractions and facilities.
At Recreation.gov, you can:
- Discover which parks, forests, lakes, museums, and other recreation sites are located near a particular area.
- Sort through thousands of different recreation sites to find which ones offer specific recreational activities, such as hunting and camping.
- Find the location of recreation sites on maps, and obtain driving directions.
- Make reservations, order passes, and conduct other service transactions online.
- Link to related information and services provided by non-governmental partners.
For additional travel resources, check out FirstGov.gov’s Travel page.
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JUNE IS NATIONAL HOMEOWNERSHIP MONTH
Owning a home is an important part of the American dream. During National Homeownership Month, we celebrate homeownership and encourage more Americans to consider the benefits of owning their own home. Nearly 70 percent of Americans enjoy the satisfaction of owning their own home but there is still work to be done to make sure homeownership is accessible to everyone.
At homeownership fairs and other events planned throughout June, representatives from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will meet with prospective homebuyers and provide them with information to determine if homeownership is right for them. They will also discuss the role homeownership plays in helping families build wealth and strengthen their communities.
Check out the Housing section at Pueblo.gsa.gov to read or purchase additional information on home buying, selling, financing, and maintenance.
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