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10 Plants to Grow and Use in Your Tea Garden

There is nothing better than drinking a delicious cup of tea. Except drinking a cup made from plants grown in your own garden. Ditch the classics and get ready for your new home-grown favorites. 1. Lemon grass Towering in the garden, lemongrass is … read more

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Highly Rated Diets to Support Heart Health

Eating healthy is an important goal for people looking to maintain or improve their physical health, particularly as it relates to the heart. With often conflicting information available online and via social media, it may be difficult or downright confusing to find the … read more

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Chicken Caesar Salad Charcuterie Board

Celebrate the Season with a Salad Charcuterie Board

Summer celebrations come in many forms — backyard games, fun at the pool, time with family — but perhaps a favorite is enjoying fresh, delicious foods that are easy to prepare. Put a twist on the classic Caesar salad this summer with crunchy … read more

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BJC Group Home

Building Industry Association Honors Top Remodeler in Kitsap County

Each year, the Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) recognizes the state’s most outstanding remodeling projects at its Excellence in Remodeling Awards, showcasing quality craftsmanship in a variety of categories and price ranges. The BJC Group of Port Orchard won the award for … read more

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Provide heat-stressed plants in containers relief by moving them into the shade during heat waves.

Keep Plants Thriving Despite the Heat of Summer

Above-normal summer temperatures have been common in the last few years in many regions of the country, taking a toll on gardeners and landscapes. Adjusting how you manage your gardens and landscape can help plants thrive as temperatures rise. Water plants thoroughly to … read more

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Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches

Recipe for Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches

When the sun is shining and you need to beat the heat, cool down with a little shade and a nutty, frozen treat. This kid-favorite is a childhood classic you can customize with favorite toppings, too. Made with the protein power of peanuts, … read more

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How to Grow a Superfood Garden

Most of us know about superfoods –– those berries and veggies that bulk up our immune systems to keep us healthy. But how can you grow a superfood garden? We’ll show you. What are Superfoods? Harvard University and the Mayo Clinic describe superfoods … read more

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Grilled Banana Pound Cake Kabobs

Grilled Banana Pound Cake Kabobs

This recipe is guaranteed to get your taste-buds watering — with dessert flavors uniquely coming from your BBQ! Click the video to see it prepared right before your eyes. Summertime means a lot of grilling. So why not try this yummy grilled dessert … read more

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fun kid games

Five Simple Games to Keep Young Kids Moving and Learning

Everybody, no matter their age, can benefit from daily physical activity. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), young children should be physically active throughout the day for growth and development. Despite the common misconception that children are in perpetual … read more

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