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Who goes there? Posted on 01 Sep 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

The passing of Labor Day signals the end of summer and the time to beef up your work force for the rigors of another busy winter heating season. You post your trusty "Now Hiring" or "Drivers Wanted" sign outside for passing traffic to see, and maybe drop a few bucks to run a classified ad in the local newspaper. It's a simple routine that has worked for years. Read more»

Winter worries Posted on 01 Sep 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

Unseasonal weather and growing residential demand will again be key factors in the upcoming winter supply season, but record crude oil prices this summer also should be factored into this year's equation. Read more»

So, you want to make more money Posted on 01 Sep 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

There's nothing un-American about wanting to make more money. How you do it could be an issue in these times of corrupt executives, but the desire is American. Why you want to do it is not an issue; maybe it's to get rich or support a favorite charity. Read more»

Motor fuel remains a distant second Posted on 01 Sep 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

Without considerable advances in alternative fuel and vehicle technology . . . it is unlikely that any fuel will replace petroleum-based fuels in the near future. Read more»

Distributors: A vital link in the propane industry chain Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

There is uneasiness in the voices of many long-time propane industry distributors these days when they discuss their role as the link between equipment manufacturers and propane retailers. Read more»

Dennis the Master Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Events categories.

Fighting off a series of double bogeys, defending champ and AmeriGas Propane sales rep Dennis Kendall of Cincinnati fought from behind to win his fourth Propane Golfers Association title at The Westin Innisbrook Resort in June with a six-over-par score of 222. Read more»

Confessions of a charcoal grill chef Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

I'd like to share a personal story. Thirty years ago, I bought a gas grill, assembled it, turned on the gas, lit the burner and went in the house for the hot dogs. I came back out to find the hose had burned off and I had a roaring flame coming out of the wide-open valve. Read more»

The hating season Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

With apologies to Rick Roldan and all those who thrive in the manipulative, scheming world that is our nation's capital, I hate politics. Read more»

Synergize your management team Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

When you combine the right people, assets and capital in just the right combination, you can create a value that is much greater than the sum of its parts. Read more»

Feds update rules governing pipelines Posted on 01 Aug 2004 in the Current Issue categories.

The Research and Special Programs Administration has updated its pipeline maintenance and repair regulations to take advantage of the latest technology and construction standards, including the use of plastics in certain situations. Read more»