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Minty Green Popcorn Clusters

Three Recipes for Kid-Friendly Jazzed-Up Popcorn Snacks

When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip up a tasty treat for all to enjoy. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or watching favorite movies, turn to … read more

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reusing furniture

Reduce, Reuse, Redecorate: Why and How to Shop for Used Furniture

If you’re searching for new ways to make a positive impact on the planet, have you considered how you buy furniture? By opting for preowned or used furniture, you can save money, plus it’s an excellent way to reduce waste and contribute to … read more

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Fire Prevention Safety Planning

Maintaining Home Fire Safety While Traveling or Renting Your House

Are you getting ready for a summer vacation? No matter what type of trip you have planned, you want all your memories to be positive ones. That’s why it’s important to prepare your home for when you’re gone and be safe wherever you … read more

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15-Minute Weeknight Pasta

Recipes for Feta Roasted Salmon and Tomatoes, 15-Minute Weeknight Pasta

Setting out on a mission to eat healthier starts with creating goals and working to achieve them with those you love. To help make nutritious eating more manageable, call together your family and work with one another to create a menu everyone can … read more

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vegan

Thinking of Going Vegan? Here’s How to Get Started

Following a vegan diet doesn’t just reduce one’s impact on the environment, it’s associated with a range of health benefits, making it no surprise that a plant-based food movement is on the rise. “With more than 100,000 internet searches per month for ‘vegan … read more

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portable air condiitioning

Purchasing a Portable AC? Keep These Tips in Mind

If you’re planning to buy a portable AC unit to beat the summer heat, you may want to do a little homework to avoid enticing promises and clever marketing tactics that don’t deliver. Here’s how to be a savvy shopper: Ratings: Be aware … read more

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Grilled Sweet Potato and Blueberry Salad

Recipe for Grilled Sweet Potato and Blueberry Salad

Get out of the kitchen and head outdoors this summer for fresh, delicious meals that call for lighting the grill and relaxing in the warmth of the season. Take some of your favorite courses — like salads, for instance — to the next … read more

bbq

How to Choose Your Next Barbecue Grill

There’s nothing like sunshine, a warm breeze and the smell of delicious food on the grill. If you’ve been anticipating getting back to grilling, wait no longer! According to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, now that temperatures are warmer, it’s the perfect … read more

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plumbing repairs

Plumbing the Most Common Home Repair in Washington

39% of homeowners put off home repairs due...

Owning a home comes with many advantages: and a space to call your own no annoying landlords, but the responsibility of maintaining a home can quickly become overwhelming when unexpected repairs arise. A recent survey of Americans across the country by All Star … read more

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