Not only was the program free for the cash-strapped U.S. Navy veteran, but it also offered the kind of hands-on training in building and maintaining networks that he needed.

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Children who are not insured can receive vaccinations for free under the Vaccines for Children program.

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Some electric-vehicle owners say the airport should expand its free-parking program to cover all eight of its short-term lots, not just the two with charging stations.

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