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Spring Cleaning Tips

Four Ways for Successful Spring Cleaning

(NAPS)I—When the weather gets warmer, many say it’s time for spring cleaning. While this isn’t everyone’s idea of fun, there are four simple ways to make sure your spring cleaning is … more

3/17/23 08:53 AM

Your Yard

Get Ready for Spring & Summer “Backyarding”: Keep Safety in Mind

(NAPSI)—“Backyarding”—the art of taking indoor activities to the outdoors—is a trend that has caught on. As winter begins to wind down, thoughts of playing in and working in the yard often … more

2/22/23 11:26 AM

Community Concerns

The Lifecycle of a Raindrop: Why it Matters to You

(NAPSI)—It’s raining hard. You need to get to an important appointment. You’re halfway to your destination when you hit a roadblock. The intersection is flooded, wind gusts have downed … more

2/21/23 04:12 PM

Your Yard

Stay Safe As You Get Back Outside

(NAPSI)—Spring is coming, and as we get out our lawn mowers and other outdoor power equipment from storage to work in our yards, businesses and other green spaces, it’s important to put safe … more

2/3/23 10:11 AM

Safety Sense

12 Questions To Ask Before Powering Up The Snow Thrower

(NAPSI)—Snow flurries and winter storms can be unpredictable, so the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) encourages home and business owners to prepare in advance before bad weather … more

12/16/22 12:56 PM

Book News And Notes

New Book In The Exciting “Love And Murder...” Series

(NAPSI)—A uniquely American vision of love and murder, trauma, and healing around 2026, “Even Climate Change Can’t Stop Love and Murder” is the highly anticipated romantic suspense thriller … more

12/5/22 09:21 AM

Hints For The Home

Ready Outdoor Power Equipment For Winter Storage, Prep Your Snow Thrower

(NAPSI)—After your lawn gets its last seasonal cut, it’s time to put away spring and summer outdoor power equipment, such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers. What’s next? Snow throwers, … more

12/5/22 09:20 AM

California News And Notes

Insurance Tips for California High Risk Area

(NAPSI)—It’s a huge irony—those who live in the most wildfire prone areas are shunned by private insurance companies and relegated to rely on the state-subsidized California Fair Plan. This … more

11/10/22 10:36 AM

OFFICE News & Notes

Clear The Company Air

(NAPSI)—If you work for any of the estimated 32 million business in the U.S., here’s news that might take your breath away: Your office air may need cleaning.It could come as a surprise to some, … more

10/25/22 08:45 AM

Safety Sense

OPEI Offers Tips For Storm-Stressed Communities

(NAPSI)—Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and other storms can damage homes, businesses and communities. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) offers tips to help everyone stay safe during … more

9/30/22 11:27 AM

Safety Around The Home

Tips To Prevent Wildfire Destruction

(NAPSI)—In 2020, 58,950 wildfires burned 10.1 million acres, the second-most acreage impacted in a year since 1960. Nearly 40% of these acres were in California, where 30 people were killed, 8,500 … more

9/26/22 11:00 AM

Hints For Homeowners

Hot Tips For Cooler Weather

(NAPSI)—When it looks like winter is coming, there are certain steps you can take to breathe easier at home. In addition to clearing clogged gutters, closing storm windows and prepping the … more

8/29/22 08:50 AM

Unsung Heroes

HVAC Technicians

(NAPSI)—The next time you walk in to a cool, comfortable home, you may care to thank an HVAC technician. These men and women often have to brave extremely unpleasant conditions, especially … more

8/2/22 08:46 AM

Safety Sense

Weathering A Storm Or Power Outage Safely

(NAPSI)—Having the right outdoor power equipment on hand year-round is important—in more ways than many people realize. That’s according to the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), … more

7/27/22 08:40 AM

Pet Care Advice

Flexitarianism For Dogs—For The Environment, For Their Health And For Your Wallet

(NAPSI)—If U.S. dogs and cats were their own country, they’d rank fifth in global meat consumption. In fact, through their diet, our pets constitute about 25–30% of the environmental impacts … more

6/14/22 09:28 AM

Hints For Homeowners

Prepare Now For ‘Above Average’ Hurricane Season

(NAPSI)—The 2022 hurricane season is underway, with the Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project Team forecasting an above-average storm season for the Atlantic basin. Emergency … more

6/9/22 08:38 AM

The Healthy Home

Clean Air Ducts Fight Indoor Allergens

(NAPSI)—The joys of warm weather are somewhat reduced for the more than 50 million Americans who have allergies or asthma. The Problem When it comes to allergies, most people consider … more

5/31/22 08:46 AM

Hints For Homeowners

Home Maintenance Made Easier

(NAPSI)—If you have 30 seconds—and a free new app—you can save yourself time, money and trouble, and help preserve the planet at the same time. The app helps people tackle and reduce home … more

5/27/22 08:37 AM

Protecting Our Environment

Big Tobacco And The Microplastics Problem

(NAPSI)—It’s likely you see one of the most common sources of plastic pollution everyday—on the ground, in parking lots, in gutters or at the beach—cigarette butts. This is not trash but … more

5/24/22 09:02 AM

Dental Health

What’s In The Water? Fluoridated Water And Its Benefits

(NAPSI)—Brushing, flossing and regular trips to the dentist keep our smiles healthy and happy—that, we know. But what about the water you brush with and drink? Using fluoridated water will help … more

5/13/22 09:52 AM