January 12, 2009
Well, folks, the outcry against forcing second hand and thrift stores to test all used products coming in their doors has worked. The Consumer Protect Agency announced this on Friday:
A federal ruling means that thrift stores and consignment shops will not be forced to test children’s products for lead.
It was announced on Friday that [...]
Hi! I’m Kim, and this is my life Up North.
After being weekenders at our log cabin on the river, we decided to chuck it all in Toledo and move Up North full time. Now we own Gotts’ Landing Canoe Rental and Trophy Waters Fly Shop near the banks of the beautiful and historic AuSable River. Life Up North is simpler, slower, and a lot dirtier, but we love it.
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