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Safe, Secure Shopping: Tips for Black Friday
Monday, November 23, 2015
It's become almost as much a part of Thanksgiving as turkey and football: Black Friday, the morning-after (or in some cases evening-after) shopping spree. It's the biggest shopping day of the year, an event in its own...
Holiday Safety Tips for Your Four-Legged Friends
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Our pets are like family, so let's make sure they enjoy the holidays with us while staying safe. As a general rule of thumb, always keep pets on a regular routine, even during the holiday season. Don't let regular...
Your Home Maintenance Checklist for Fall
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Fall brings more than just changing leaves and shorter days. In many areas, it also comes with a shift in weather conditions that can have a serious impact on your home. And, don’t forget, winter is right around the...
4 Ways to Help All Children Have a Great School Year
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
It's back-to-school time, and, if you have school-age children, your household is likely bustling with activity and filling up with books and backpacks. There are other households and school districts in your community,...
Keep Cool While Keeping Your Energy Costs Down
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Two thirds of households in America have air conditioners, according to the U.S. Department of Energy — and they spend a total of $11 billion each year running them. Our guess is that most of those households (which may...
Celebrate National Night Out With Your Neighbors
Friday, July 10, 2015
In 1984, National Night Out - "America's Night Out Against Crime" - began as a way to promote crime prevention through neighborhood camaraderie. Since then, according to the National Association of Town Watch (NATW),...
Essential Safety Tips for Nighttime Boating
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
If you own a boat (or better yet, as the joke goes, you know someone who does), you've probably thought about spending some evenings on the water - especially in the summertime. It's a great thought, of course. But,...
Getting Your Boat Out of Storage and Into the Water
Sunday, April 19, 2015
Spring is here, and you're ready to get out on the water. But is your boat ready? Even if you've kept it properly stored for the winter and protected from the elements, there are still a number of things you need to do...
Spring Into Home Maintenance Mode in Missouri
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Spring is a time for rejuvenation, and, as the weather gets warmer here in St. Louis, Missouri, and the days grow longer, there's a positive energy in the air. Many people decide it's the perfect time for reorganizing...
How to Create Your First Garden This Spring
Friday, March 6, 2015
Here are some important tips from the Oregon State University (OSU) Extension Service, which, like similar services around the country, provides helpful community resources on agriculture and other topics. Pick the...
Helping Seniors Have a Wonderful Winter
Monday, February 9, 2015
Slippery sidewalks. Freezing temperatures. Power outages. Winter isn't always a wonderland. If you regularly lend a hand to a senior friend or family member here in Missouri, it may be a good time of the year to provide...
The Right Tires for Winter Driving
Monday, January 12, 2015
It's easy to forget about your tires when it comes to vehicle safety. But with winter weather already in many parts of the country, tires are an important aspect you should keep in mind. Your tires can be the difference...