(NAPSI)—Rough roads aren’t the only thing to worry about when the temperature drops. Tires also get cold and need extra grip to perform at their best. That’s something your all-season tires might not be ready for. In fact, in temperatures of 45° F or below, the rubber in all-season tires gradually hardens, leading to decreased Read More …
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HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Put A Great New Face On Your Fireplace
(NAPSI)—Here’s a hot tip from decorating experts: A small change can have a big effect on the look of a room. For example, consider refacing your fireplace. It’s as easy to do as changing your kitchen countertops—and with today’s natural thin stone veneers, it’s also cost effective. That’s because when you’re looking for materials that Read More …
PARENTS AND BABIES Seven Safety Tips For Protecting Your Child
(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, some 70,000 children under age 5 are injured every year by common household products and toys—but yours don’t have to be among them. Here are seven ways to keep infants and toddlers safer: Cook safely. Never leave food unattended on the stove. Turn pot handles so curious Read More …
COLLEGE PLANNING Don’t ‘Overborrow’
(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Department of Education, Americans owe more than $1.3 trillion in student loan debt. That’s nearly the gross domestic product of all of Australia. The average U.S. college graduate has nearly $38,000 in student loan debt. What’s more, the Teens & Careers Survey by Junior Achievement USA (JA) found that a majority Read More …
CAR CARE Quick Tips To Keep Your Car In Top Shape
(NAPSI)—Routine maintenance is essential for extending your car’s life, ensuring it stays out of the shop and improving gas mileage. Here are three simple tasks that are easy to do and will benefit any vehicle. Be sure to check your owner’s manual because timing and instructions vary by vehicle. Changing the Air Filter About every Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEBUYERS Four Tips On Getting A Second Home
(NAPSI)—With home values rising, mortgage rates low and rental demand strong, purchasing a second home may seem like a good investment. Many would agree. According to the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) annual Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey, over 2 million vacation and investment properties were purchased in 2015. If you’re considering buying a Read More …
CAR CARE CORNER Be Prepared For Whatever Nature Throws At You
(NAPSI)—You have a better chance of keeping yourself, your vehicle and your passengers on the road to safety even when the weather is bad if you prepare in advance so your vehicle can be your refuge. These seven tips can help. Take Inventory Inside Make sure you know what’s inside your vehicle. See that you Read More …
(NAPSI)—On October 5th, 4-H and flying drones will excite more than 100,000 kids about science in the nation’s largest youth-led engineering challenge. 4-H National Youth Science Day Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) will come to life for thousands of youth October 5th, when 4-H National Youth Science Day (NYSD)’s Drone Discovery Challenge kicks off Read More …
PETS & PEOPLE Three Surefire Signs That It’s Time To Have ‘The Talk’ With Tabby
(NAPSI)—These days, many people know that spaying and neutering are the most humane and effective ways to reduce pet overpopulation. Not everyone, however, knows that fixing your cat will also address some of the most vexing and bothersome cat behaviors, including: Spraying—When cats back up to a vertical surface and spray urine (compared to crouching Read More …
CHILDREN’S HEALTH Make Head Checks A Weekly Habit At Home
(NAPSI)—While school days can mean an influx of head lice cases as children are together in close quarters, you can help protect your family. The Problem Lice are most commonly spread through direct head-to-head contact—not typically through sharing hairbrushes, scarves and hats. Research also shows that lice are often transmitted between siblings or neighborhood playmates.1 Read More …