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In the News (Tue 10 Nov 09)

  
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Afton has many natural attractions, and of these the "Bissell" mounds are the most singular, being elevations rising to the height of fifty to seventy-five feet, covering an acre or more of ground.
A meeting was called in the village of Afton on December 6, 1867, for the purpose of interesting the people in the education of the young men and women of this county and to consider the construction of an academy.
In 1880, the population of Afton township was 925 and the valuation of real estate, $248,555.00 The population in 1932 is 871 and the present valuation of real estate is 498,425.00.
www.pressenter.com /~aftnhist/history.htm   (3747 words)

  
 AFTON COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The village of Afton was platted in 1855.
Afton's concern with the quality of water and interest in non-pollution of wells and aquifers puts the burden on developers to produce data which shows that no septic systems will be installed on sites where the potential for harm to groundwater exists.
Afton intends to work with the Metropolitan Council, the DNR, and the City of Woodbury to protect water quality upstream of the Afton’s border and expects these agencies to be vigorous in their protection efforts.
www.cityofafton.net /compplan.htm   (14677 words)

  
 WCHS: Afton, MN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Afton is essentially an agricultural area where farming has played, and continues to play, a major role, with half of its land being dedicated to agricultural endeavors.
Apparently, as she cast her eyes across the landscape of Afton, she was reminded of Robert Burns’ poem, “Afton Water,” with its “neighboring hills, and the winding rills.” Afton’s first name, however, was “Catfish Bar,” alluding to a large sandbar in the St. Croix River that is still visible when water levels permit.
Afton has also connected with the past on every Fourth of July for over a century, by holding a parade on Main Street, where throngs of eager children wait in the hot afternoon sun to catch candy from parade participants.
www.wchsmn.org /research/communities/afton   (1017 words)

  
 Afton (town), New York -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Afton (town), New York -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
Afton is a (An urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city) town located in (Click link for more info and facts about Chenango County, New York) Chenango County, New York.
Out of the total population, 15.4% of those under the age of 18 and 7.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/a/af/afton_(town),_new_york.htm   (485 words)

  
 Afton Village - Westside Bypass and I-85 Interchange
Exit 54 is now the exit of choice for Afton Village (.25 miles from entrance) and surrounding neighborhoods.
Determined not to let the commercial area of Afton Village become just another strip shopping center, Mayfield-Lakeland is being very selective with the tenants they invite into the Village.
Phase I of the bypass includes the interchange at George W. Liles Parkway and I-85, the parkway to the south along G.W. Liles Pkwy and the Afton Village Main Street, and the parkway to the north along G.W. Liles Pkwy to Hwy 73, will be completed by June 2002 according to NCDOT projections.
www.aftonvillage.com /html/westside_bypass_page.html   (240 words)

  
 Glen Afton Golf Course
Glen Afton was constructed on the farm of Mr.
However, Glen Afton is a course for the 12 to 22 handicapper to fall in love with.
The Afton River in Scotland was always known as the Sweet Afton because of its beauty and serenity.
www.princeedwardisland-canada.com /glenafton/GlenAftonGolfCourse.htm   (4237 words)

  
 About Afton
Afton, a city of 917 in the center of Union County, is the gateway to Southwestern Iowa’s newest and biggest recreation area.
Since Afton is on the eastern edge of both of these lakes, we are perfectly situated to accommodate the thousands that will come to visit this recreational jewel of Iowa.
Afton was established in 1854 as a railroad community and with its prominent position as the gateway to Three Mile Lake, we will continue to be a strong community in the center of Union County
www.aftoniowa.com /aboutus.html   (341 words)

  
 Afton Elementary - Home
The purpose of Afton Elementary is to enrich the lives of students in grades kindergarten-third grade.
Afton is a special place to learn and grow.
Our goal is to have students leave our school with a strong basic education, high self esteem, ability to work and play well with others, and a love for learning that will bless them their whole life long.
www.afton.lcsd2.org   (199 words)

  
 Afton, a BWCAW Lake
Afton is a small lake on the Frost River, offering one of only three campsites on the long river run from Frost Lake down to Mora.
While the Frost River is not the busiest of routes, the distance from Frost Lake down to Mora is a two day trip for most parties and the campsite options are limited.
Afton is the best midway stopover on the river but plan to get in early enough to paddle on to the next site if Afton is taken.
www.rook.org /earl/bwca/lakes/lakes9/afton.html   (188 words)

  
 Afton Village - A New Old Neighborhood in Concord, North Carolina
Afton Village Merchant's Association began its second season of sponsoring a "Party on the Plaza" the first Friday of each summer month to showcase the Village shops and plaza, as well as to provide an opportunity for families in the community to socialize.
Afton Village incorporates a variety of building types within one community and the benefits are substantial.
As Afton Village enters its fifth year of crafting custom homes in Concord, we now have only twenty one homesites designated for large single family homes remaining.
www.aftonvillage.com /html/front_page.html   (568 words)

  
 Afton Villa Gardens
The landscaping effects at Afton Villa were achieved by taking advantage of the natural contours of the property.
The history of Afton Villa is entwined with that of the Barrows, one of the richest and most prominent families in antebellum Louisiana.
One particular strain, known as the Pride of Afton or Afton Villa Red, was developed at the gardens.
www.cr.nps.gov /nr/travel/louisiana/aft.htm   (418 words)

  
 Handbook of Texas Online: AFTON, TX
AFTON, TEXAS (Dickens County).Afton is on Farm Road 193 seventy miles east of Lubbock in north central Dickens County.
In 1900 Afton had a population of only ten, and the tent grocery store operated by R. Sitton was its only business.
During the late teens and early twenties Afton thrived and was referred to as "Little Fort Worth." The town had an estimated population of 100 in 1970 and 1990.
www.tsha.utexas.edu /handbook/online/articles/view/AA/hla7.html   (336 words)

  
 Afton looks to settle the score   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The Cardinals ended Afton’s 2003 season in the state semifinals with a 6-5 victory, one year after falling to the Knights in the state championship, 2-1, in nine innings.
The same can be said for Afton coach Cindy Bostelman, who led her team to its 11th straight sectional championship with a 15-0 rout of Hancock on May 28.
Afton went on to a 4-0 victory over LaFargeville on Tuesday in the state quarterfinals, where its 2004 season ended with a 1-0 loss to Hamilton.
www.thedailystar.com /sports/2005/06/04/spaftsof.html   (1157 words)

  
 UP Afton Canyon Photo Archive
The spectacular canyon walls of Afton are lit by the early morning light of March 20, 1988.
A view across the wide part of the Afton Canyon as a westbound train with 3488-2463-3387-3618-3109 runs through the canyon on March 26, 1987.
An eastbound blasts across the third crossing of the Mojave River at Afton, CA on March 20, 1988 with SD60's 6002 and 6056 and SD40-2 3184 and 91 cars.
rlehmer.50megs.com /photos/UP/index_afton.html   (329 words)

  
 Afton, Minnesota MN, city profile (Washington County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Afton, MN Afton is a city in Washington County, in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area.
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Afton was $36,338, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Afton, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $1,125.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=20791   (411 words)

  
 The Southern St. Croix Valley - Community Page - MN Realty Web   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Nestled between wooded river bluffs and the St. Croix River sits the historic village of Afton.
Afton is a growing residential area populated by middle and upper bracket housing.
One of Afton's most well known landmarks is the Afton Alps Recreation Area.
www.mnrealty.com /community/afton   (462 words)

  
 Afton, MN - Minnesota Florists, buy flowers from your local full service retail flower shops and florist serving Afton ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Afton, Minnesota Florists have been brought to you by Flower Shop Network, a directory of United States and Canadian florists.
It is vitally important that you provide Afton, Minnesota Florists with accurate, detailed information regarding the name and address of the person to whom you are sending flowers.
When placing an order for Delivery in Afton, Minnesota, it is usually wise to keep the order simple, the less specific you are in your request, the less room for error.
www.flowershopnetwork.com /directory/MinnesotaFlorists/Afton.php   (1020 words)

  
 Afton, VA News
Sarah Gorman, business director of Cardinal Point Vineyard in Afton, is concerned about the impact of a federal court ruling on small wineries.
It drills through the hard heart of Afton Mountain, four-fifths of a mile long, walls and ceiling hacked into a graceful, almost delicate arch.
A Suffolk couple and their dog plummeted 200 feet down the side of Afton Mountain in a sport utility vehicle but were not seriously injured, police said.
www.topix.net /city/afton-va   (690 words)

  
 Afton Pumps, Inc. - Specialists in the Manufacture of Vertical Industrial Pumps
Afton specializes in making what other pump manufacturers consider a specialty item.
With more than 50 years experience making quality pumps, Afton can take your specific application requirements, engineer and manufacture a pump suited for your industry.
Afton's innovative engineering, close control over design, proven hydraulics, integrity and manufacturing procedures have enhanced our reputation as a leading vertical pump manufacturer.
www.aftonpumps.com   (95 words)

  
 Glen Afton Golf Course Prince Edward Island
Host to several provincial Championships, golfers will find Glen Afton to be a golfing challenge as well as a truly enjoyable golfing experience.
Glen Afton Golf Course has club rentals, pull carts and a snack shop as well as a licensed patio and lounge.
The warm water beaches and parks on the south coast are only minutes away and are ideal for picnics and fun between games or for the whole family outing.
www.glenaftongolf.com   (223 words)

  
 Home Page Afton Alternative Associates
Afton Alternative Associates is a holistic health and wellness practice dedicated to helping you resolve and take control of your health concerns and to providing you the right tools to achieve this goal.
We emphasize the body, mind, emotions and spirit and are located on the St. Croix River, 20 miles east of the Twin Cities at 1980 Riviera Avenue South, Lakeland, MN 55043.
With Homebound and aging clients, we are also able to come to you and provide services in the comfort of your home.
www.aftonalternativeassociates.com   (318 words)

  
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Since those days, the Corporas have expanded the winery, including the construction of a barrel storage cave and installation of a gravity-flow processing system, nearly doubled the size of the vineyard and increased production of wine five-fold.
Afton Mountain Vineyards remains a small winery, even by Virginia standards, but a winery still committed to making the fine wines Gabriele insisted on from the beginning.
Afton Mountain wines have been recognized for their excellence by winning awards in California and New York as well as in Virginia.
www.aftonmountainvineyards.com   (409 words)

  
 Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists Home Page
Afton Alps is a $7 per rider pay trail built on one of the metro areas larger ski hills.
It is not uncommon to find 400-500 racers of all ages and skill levels, and there are plenty of great places for the family to camp out and enjoy the events and scenery.
If you haven't been to Afton, be sure to put it on your calendar at least a few times each year - especially in the fall when the leafs start to turn and the scenery rivals none.
www.morcmtb.org /trailreviews/metro/afton.shtml   (598 words)

  
 Afton Minnesota Real Estate   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Afton is situated on the shores of the St. Croix River.
Afton State Park is ideal for backpacking, camping, hiking, cross-country skiing and fishing.
Afton affords a climate where all four seasons are enjoyed.
www.snick.com /states/mn/cities/afton.htm   (549 words)

  
 Afton strokes way to field hockey victory in quarterfinals   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Afton goalie Amber Oefelein stopped two of four shots faced in the penalty-stroke session, diving to her left with a glove save for the first stop and clinching it with a high glove save on the Lumberjacks' fourth attempt.
Afton (15-3) will play top-seeded Marathon in the Section Four Class C championship Friday at Oneonta State.
Kemmerer had several chances toward the end of regulation and in overtime to give Afton the victory, but her power shots off corners couldn't get past VanLuvender or just missed wide.
www.thedailystar.com /sports/2003/10/29/sphock.html   (858 words)

  
 Cape Town Guest House Bed Breakfast Accommodation Noordhoek B&B
Afton Grove Country Retreat, a tranquil Cape Town guest house situated in Noordhoek, offers elegant bed and breakfast accommodation amid a backdrop of rural countryside.
Besides this suite, Afton Grove also offers six luxury garden cottages, a garden room as well as a self catering cottage.
Afton Grove is the ideal Cape Town guest house to act as a base for photographers - both expert and amateur.
www.afton.co.za   (490 words)

  
 Afton Associates, Inc.
Afton Associates, Inc., founded in 1986, is a
Afton Associates, Inc. works for state governments, regional associations, federal agencies, academic institutions, interstate compacts, and non-profit organizations.
We translate complex governmental regulations and legislation into language that a non-specialist can understand – while retaining accuracy and relevance.
www.afton.com /companyinfo.html   (123 words)

  
 Find Churches in Afton Texas - FlockFinder.com
Find churches in Afton Texas that are right for you.
For some time now, churches in Texas have been pressured to get a "church website" thinking it would be an evangelistic tool and way to promote their church.
Churches in Afton Texas would be surprised at the amount of people who are looking for a church in their area.
www.flockfinder.com /churches_texas/afton/churches_afton_texas.html   (697 words)

  
 Donald Booth Afton   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Memorials may be directed to the Afton United Methodist Church and Afton Care Center.
He was a member of Afton United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge and Order of the Eastern Star.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife March 2, 2005, and a sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Wayne Crittenden.
www.crestonnewsadvertiser.com /1174757325511.php   (213 words)

  
 Paging Virginia
Located in the mountains of Southwestern Virginia, Afton Communications Corporation is the region’s largest paging company.
Afton operates two premier wireless one-way paging systems in the VHF radio band.
Founded in 1979, Afton Communications Corporation has always strived to provide its customers with the best paging service possible.
www.aftonpaging.com   (269 words)

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