Reducing, reusing, and recycling...three missions American automaker Ford outlines in their global sustainability strategy. And while, we don't always talk about it, the company is working hard to fulfill its environmental commitments.

In cooperation with Recycled Polymeric Materials (RPM), Ford has found a way to prevent retired tires from going straight to the landfill. By combining recycled tire particulate with soy, the two companies have developed lighter, eco-friendly gaskets to be used in Ford vehicles. Seat cushions, for example are made using soy. Plastics are filled with wheat straw. Recycled…

The lottery says Jack Poltz Jr. of Auburn used a Quick Pick to select his numbers for the July 9 drawing. He claimed his winnings Monday at the Federal Way lottery office.

The Seattle Times says Poltz and his wife, Susan, plan to pay off their mortgage, buy a new Ford and likely donate some of their winnings to charity.

The lottery says Jack Poltz Jr. of Auburn used a Quick Pick to select his numbers for the July 9 drawing. He claimed his winnings Monday at the Federal Way lottery office.

The Seattle Times says Poltz and his wife, Susan, plan to pay off their mortgage, buy a new Ford and likely donate some of their winnings to charity.

Are you a fan Toby Keith and his hits such as "Should Have Been A Cowboy", "American Soldier" or "I Love This Bar"? If so then you will definitely want to read this. If you're not sure if you enjoy Toby Keith songs then you will want to give him a listen and find out as Ford is teaming up with Keith and is hosting the "Built Ford Tough Locked and Loaded Sweepstakes".

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