Home & Living
10127_B82_rgb3.jpg Fire sprinkler systems soon to be required in your new home
Fire sprinkler systems have been proven to save lives. National statistics show that having a fire sprinkler system in your home can actually double your chances of escaping a fire and minimizing ...
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9917_B189_rgb3.jpg Calling all moms: eliminate morning madness
Every mom knows that the only thing to expect in the morning is the unexpected. Between finding time for a shower, getting the kids’ teeth brushed and keeping the dog from drinking out of th...
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9627_B19_rgb3.jpg Enjoy a frugal 'family night in' without sacrificing the fun
It is no secret that more and more families are making tough decisions when it comes to their entertainment options due to the rising costs of “going out.” But this doesn’t mean ...
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10125_B1_rgb3.jpg Gambling on college sports can have consequences
The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament tips off March 18. And while the 64 qualifying teams hope to make the Final Four, the rest of the country will follow the tournament through brackets i...
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Digital killed the television star
From the late night war between Conan and Leno to the cult following surrounding the series finale of “Lost,” there seems to be more drama going on off-screen than on. But while “...
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9859_B7_rgb3.jpg Gadgets for a healthier home and family
From MP3 players to e-books, technology is an integral part of the modern home. However, when we think of technology and how we use it on a daily basis, entertainment is top of mind, not health an...
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10009_B5_rgb3.jpg How to make the move home from college headache free
College students from L.A. to Philadelphia and all points in between will soon begin their annual moves back home. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates there are some 19 million students enro...
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9960_B10_rgb3.jpg Simple updates and regular cleaning keeps homes healthy for people and pets
Family pets cherish the home environment – it’s where they curl up on the living room floor, wait patiently for a treat in the kitchen, and patrol the halls making sure loved ones are ...
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9819_B15_rgb3.jpg How to talk money with your spouse-to-be
Getting married generates no shortage of opportunities to have important conversations with your spouse-to-be. Maybe you can postpone or even dodge altogether some of those talks, but at least one...
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9926_B9_rgb3.jpg High quality food doesn't necessarily come with a high price tag
In the current economic climate, budgets are tight and families are trying to make every penny count. A recent survey by the Midwest Dairy Council revealed that “more than half of consumers ...
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9974_B6_rgb3.jpg Six ideas for getting your family budget in shape
Even though the American economy is showing some initial signs of improvement, unemployment is still high and many families are struggling. When your household cash flow slows and dwindles, it can...
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9655_B1_rgb3.jpg Community support a big help for frustrated families with autism
A child’s autism diagnosis often leaves parents overwhelmed. Reactions similar to the grieving process start – shock, denial and eventually acceptance – and during this process p...
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