With rising costs associated with operating and repairing a vehicle, Mercury Insurance is offering some tips to reduce running costs while keeping your vehicle in optimal condition. These simple steps can show your second most costly investment how much you care. The Bureau … read more

You can have a beautiful, productive garden while working with nature to manage insect pests. As you incorporate various eco-friendly pest management strategies, you will encourage songbirds, beneficial insects and pollinators to visit your gardens. You will find slight variations of definitions, but … read more

The Kitsap Peninsula is an especially pet-friendly place to visit and explore. With loads of dog parks, pet-friendly accommodations, trails and parks that welcome well-behaved dogs and cats, locals and visitors alike are sure to find an adventure that they and their animal … read more

If you feel like it’s a struggle to get the entire family together for a meal, it might be time to put fun back on the menu. A little creativity and a few favorite ingredients are all it takes to bring back family … read more

If you are looking to sell your home, landscaping is a vital step to attract buyers and increase the value of the space. The exterior of the property is one of the first things a potential buyer will notice, before even stepping foot … read more

From task lighting for food preparation, crafting and cleaning, to mood lighting for relaxation and entertaining, lighting both natural and artificial plays a pivotal role in how you use and enjoy a space. Equally important are lighting controls that allow you to change … read more

The way a room is designed can instantly inspire calm or feel overwhelming. This often comes down to two contrasting styles: minimalism, which focuses on simplicity; and maximalism, which embraces bold expression. Each offers unique benefits and challenges, making the choice deeply personal. … read more

It’s no secret that adding greens to your menu — morning, noon and night — can go a long way toward healthier eating habits. While most people think of lettuce, kale, spinach, cucumbers and Brussels sprouts, don’t forget avocados are a superfruit you … read more

There’s something magical about a parade — standing on the sidewalk in anticipation, flanked by fellow parade-goers in a tangle of low-rise lawn chairs, the scene mirrored across the street. In the distance, you hear the rhythmic tapping of drumlines warming up and … read more