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If you’re among the 39 million U.S. households protected by a monitored home security system, chances are you’ve triggered a false alarm or two. What you might not know is that nearly all security system–related alarms are false alarms—as many as 98 percent, according to the International Association of Chiefs of Police. These occur because of faulty equipment, pets,…
While local garden centers give us great advice and a variety of plants that grow well in our area, there are times when garden centers at big box stores have hard-to-find plants and reduced prices. Master Gardener Ann Bartlett tells us when and how to shop at the big box garden centers. I confess that I…
Ecore International cited for 16 violations at Mexia plant, faces $299K in penalties AUSTIN, TX – While one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of commercial flooring and surfaces — including recycled rubber products used throughout the nation in playgrounds, fitness centers and sports fields — touts its products’ safety and environmental benefits, a U.S. Department of…
Paint Rock, an ancient ceremonial site in Central Texas, is a sort of outdoor gallery of rock art that documents hundreds or even thousands of years of Native American heritage. Spread out over half a mile on a bluff 70 feet above the Concho River, Paint Rock derives its name from the pictographs on the…
DENVER, CO — High 5 Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, a family-owned and operated home service company serving residents in the greater Denver metropolitan area, has announced that they have surpassed $100,000 in donations through their High 5 Cares program. “This is truly a great accomplishment for all of us here at High 5 Plumbing, Heating…
Get ready to start your engines, Halloween lovers. Decoration season is about to begin and it’s looking bigger than ever. As USA TODAY has previously explored, Halloween does, in fact, seem to be coming earlier every year. But, with 12-foot skeletons and murderous doll decor to look forward to, how can we blame the enthusiasts?…
Like many other trees from Australia, the macadamia thrives in Hawaii. Others suited to the Islands are many grevillea, melaleuca, callistemon and eucalyptus species. When it comes to our favorite nut, many folks on the mainland think of macadamia nut trees are native to Hawaii, but here we know it is an Australian tree that…
(BPT) Whether you’re thinking about selling your home or just making some updates, it’s always smart to consider renovations that will enhance the enjoyment of your home and increase your property’s long-term value. One key improvement many homeowners consider is updating their home’s flooring to solid or engineered hardwood, an investment that can maximize a…
