A painting thatâs more than 100 years old and once hung in a Kimmswick restaurant before being stored in various buildings around the river town has found a home. The piece, called âEarly Days on the Mississippi River,â is now hanging in the Kimmswick Historical Society museum, 6000 Third Ave. It was painted in 1914…
Expanding a contracting business into a new state provides challenges and opportunities for plumbers and hydronic heating professionals. These unfamiliar markets could lead to larger customer pools and increased revenue. While the circumstances could be favorable, business expansion could also be overwhelming. How should contractors approach the next phase of their business development? Here are…
Weeding season is well and truly upon us and if, like me, it’s a struggle to keep up with the relentless task, I have a tool you might want to give a whirl. Enter the Root Slayer. My dandelion garden was a tad out of hand and had started to cause havoc with my flower…
NEW DELHI: If you are a woman and are planning to conceive, be mindful of the things you have around you. A recent study has revealed that exposure to phthalates, commonly found in household products like vinyl flooring, lubricating oils, and personal-care products (soaps, shampoos, hair sprays) may lower your probability of getting pregnant, as…
When it comes to enhancing the curb appeal and protecting the exterior of your home, selecting the best-rated exterior house paint is crucial. With an overwhelming variety of paint options available in the market, making the right choice can seem daunting. This comprehensive guide will explain everything you need to know to choose the best…
By Cheryl Allen KALONA In a word, Kuenster Plumbing, Heating & Air’s new location in Kalona is one thing the old location was not: spacious. On Friday, May 31, the public had an opportunity to see that for themselves at the business’s open house, held at their new building at 104 G Avenue South. Owners…
Summer’s here so we asked gardening expert Fatuma Emmad of FrontLine Farming for some growing tips. Top of mind, as temperatures head into the 90s, is heat. Emmad suggests keeping your garden covered with something breathable that lets air through – her recommendation is straw – and using compost, which releases nutrients slowly over the…
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Since purchasing our home at the start of 2020, we’ve spent countless weekends sprucing it up with various professional remodels and DIY projects. From knocking down walls to painting staircases, no room was left untouched. Four years into the never-ending renovation of our 1980s home, it was finally time to update the floors in my…
