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When money is tight but a new PC is in order, you can save hundreds of bucks on an *almost* new PC. You just have to know where to look on major computer manufacture's websites. Kurt gives us the skinny on how to save big.
Washington Dept. of Revenue Unclaimed Property Website
http://claimyourcash.org
HOT lanes on Hwy 167 will begin Saturday, April 26th. They will be collected electronically and range in price from 50 cents to $9.
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo
Starting today, anyone with information on a crime in Western Washington can text a crime tip to authorities.
http://www.crimestoppers-ps.com/pages.php/1092
It's crunch time to get your taxes done, and Kurt has some hot tips to keep in mind if you're preparing to file electronically. Learn how e-filing can actually expedite the refund process. Plus how to choose the right software for your needs and avoid imposter sites that can rip you off.
Veronica has twinkling eyes and a bright smile. She’s affectionate and is very responsive to one-on-one adult attention, including being cuddled and hugged. Veronica enjoys playing with dolls and toys as well as drawing and doing crafts. She needs patient, experienced parents who are experienced with children with developmental delays. When Veronica’s needs are being met by caring adults, she’s a happy, content and delightful little girl.
If you have any questions about A Family or QKids, please call us at 1-800-732-1887.
Click Here: to visit the WACAP website.
Kurt digs into the top 5 warning signs your computer could be heading toward a catastrophic crash. And the small self tune-up that make your digital go faster.
http://www.datadoctors.com/meltdown/
http://hosting.portseattle.org/fids/flightinfo.aspx
Several American Airlines flights are running behind. Click here to see if yours is one of them.
Websites for American Airlines and Alaska Airlines
http://www.alaskaair.com/
800-ALASKA-AIR
http://www.aa.com/
800-433-7300
Limited edition American Idol postage featuring past Idol winners.
http://www.photo.stamps.com/Store/brand/americanidol/?_requestid=17446
This link will take you to the Natural Resources Conservation Service website, to find-out more about the snowpack.
Information on the Dalai Lama's Visit and the "Seeds of Compassion"
http://www.seedsofcompassion.org/
For most high school girls, a fancy new dress for prom night is a given. But for the 4 high school girls we met, brand new dresses were something of a fairytale. Between the 4 of them, they were in and out of 35 foster homes before recently being adopted by the Spicer family. And now Kurt shows them all-new prom-centered websites that led them to the dresses of their dreams.
This link will take you to the Evergreen Chapter of The Embroiderers' Guild of America, where you can find-out how to help make pillows for the troops and their families.
For more information on the Make Mine a Million event in Seattle on June 11th -
Twin brothers Anthony and William and their younger sister Isabelle are full of energy.
They love to be outside, especially when they’re running, climbing, biking or swimming. They are physically healthy and making progress in developing social skills and learning to use words to talk about their feelings.
Anthony, William and Isabelle enjoy adult attention, and often compete with each other for it. They need two active parents with strong parenting skills and the willingness to set limits and love them, even in the midst of difficult behaviors. If this could be you, please contact WACAP.
If you have any questions about A Family or QKids, please call us at 1-800-732-1887.
Click Here: to visit the WACAP website.
It's a new trend. One that could have your friends hating you and the bill collectors calling you. Some though call the idea of throwing away all of your email at once a less costly alternative to what many people are now describing as email overload.
Kurt shows us what to do.
A closer look at Google’s Street View map shows the giant search company’s mapping vehicles are crossing into private property and even taking shots of some people’s backyards.
Kurt takes a look at this cyber trespassing.
For more information on how to donate a toy to the Seattle Animal Shelter click here.
Turns out thousands of tiny portable TVs sold over the past decade will become obsolete.
Kurt tells us how people plan to watch TV at a tailgate party or while sitting in the stands now that millions of dollars in technology will be obsolete.
Photo Credit: Yuen Lui
Matthew has a great smile and can be friendly, playful and affectionate. He enjoys camping, playing with trucks, coloring, drawing and singing. He especially loves spending time with his teenage foster brother, who has become his idol. Matthew has global developmental delays and needs high structure and supervision. Despite his challenges, when Matthew is happy, he lights up the world for those around him.
Think you are alone when you are surfing ebay and watching your fav shows while on the job? Kurt shows you the latest techniques people are using to fool their bosses into thinking they are working hard.
http://www.protectingamerica.org/
What would happen if a big quake hit the Seattle area? This week-long conference examines that & other scenarios
What Really Saves Gas? And How Much?
How green are we really one day after Earth Day? Turns out 90 percent of us tossing out a cell phone failed at going green already. Kurt dives into a frightening statistics that show people are a lot more lazy than they are responsible when it comes to getting the grade the green report card.
A digital IQ test for your pooch says it can now tell how smart your dog really is.
Kurt shows us what sets apart a dog scoring in the upper 90 percentile after 15 mentally stimulating tests.
Children's Hospital Pre-teen classes: www.greatconversations.com
Gavin is a happy, sweet little boy. He is eager to communicate and very responsive to kindness and encouragement. He says his favorite thing is using his PSP to watch videos and listen to music. He also enjoys playing with his toy cars and Yugioh card collection, as well as using his skateboard. Gavin loves school and is making progress in his special education classes. He could do well with a couple or in a single parent family where he is the only child or the youngest of one or two siblings.
If you have any questions about A Family or QKids, please call us at 1-800-732-1887.
Click Here: to visit the WACAP website.
The best coupons to take to the store are now on your smartphone and blackberry. Kurt introduces us to a guy who says walking in to buy a new fridge at a big name store with price comparisons in his hand got him a cheaper price.
The Internal Revenue Service has begun to transfer economic stimulus payments to millions of Americans, some of whom will see payments in their bank accounts as early as today.
The IRS will issue payments of up to $600 ($1,200 for married couples) plus $300 for eligible children younger than 17, throughout the spring and summer. The first wave of payments will go to people who opted for direct deposit on their 2007 income tax returns.
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=181972,00.html
http://www.theparamount.com/artists/?artist=649
The Paramount Theatre is hosting this classic through Friday
http://www.seattle.gov/housing/predatorylending/links.htm
The city wants to make sure you know what you're getting into
The paparazzi swarm around Kurt and Paris as the self-made celebrity shows Kurt why she’s auctioning off a date with herself. The hotel heiress says she’s announcing some life changes and is telling Kurt first.
A local firefighter and EMT is fighting for his life from a mysterious illness.
The illness that is destroying Matthew Simmons heart and lungs.
Matt's friends are holding a car wash and a spaghetti dinner and auction to raise money for his family.
Find out how you can help.
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