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Time Management Tips for First Responders
In the fast-paced world of first responders, every second counts. Effective time management isn't just a skill – it's a lifeline. We’ve put together the essential time management tips that will help you navigate multiple demands, changing priorities, and importantly,...
Love Your Pet Day – 8 Ways to Show Your Pet Some Love
Are you ready to unleash some serious tail-wagging fun and purr-fect joy? Whether you've got a barking buddy, a whisker-twitching sidekick, or a feathered friend, it's time to shower your pet with extra attention. After all, Love Your Pet Day is Tues., Feb. 20, and...
Recipes for the Big Game – 8 Heart-healthy Touchdown Treats
We’re gearing up for game day with a winning lineup of Super Bowl snacks. From classic comfort food to delicious remakes of our favorites, we’re doing it all with a heart-healthy* twist. Needless to say, this is “nacho” average football party! Cauliflower Tots Cooking...
Traffic Laws You Might Not Realize You’ve Broken
We all know the basics: stop at red lights, obey the speed limit. What about laws about passing cars on the right, or restraining pets in your vehicle? We put together a list of the lesser-known traffic laws that potentially could land you in trouble if you break...
Winter Fitness Tips
It’s easy to exercise in the spring and fall when the weather beckons you to come outside. It may take a bit more inspiration in the winter, but it’s worth it. Getting outside in cold weather connects you with nature, lifts your mood, and gives you a beneficial dose...
When Someone Else Gets in an Accident in Your Car
Your best friend wants to borrow your car. He wouldn’t ask unless he really needed it. So even though you know about his past fender benders, you give in. What happens if your friend gets into an accident in your car? Read on to find out. Car insurance follows the...
Removing Ice From Driveways and Sidewalks
It’s the Houdini of winter, the slippery vanishing act that turns a simple stroll into a slip-and-fall. We’re talking about black ice, that invisible coating that has us spinning out of control on the roadways. When it appears on our driveways and sidewalks,...
Thanking Those Who Keep Us Safe
The winter season is a season of joy, celebration, and togetherness for many of us. For first responders -- police, firefighters, nurses, paramedics – this time of year looks very different. Winter is the time when emergencies increase. Icy conditions cause accidents....
Finding Harmony for the Holidays
You’re looking forward to your family get-together, but you could do without the drama. How do you keep harmony in the house, including talking to loved ones who have drastically different viewpoints than yours? Follow these tips to create a more harmonious and...
The Best Gifts for Teachers
Ask any teacher. They love getting gifts, but there’s a limit to the number of coffee mugs and candles that any one person can enjoy. We’ve asked teachers what they really want, and they’ve answered. Here’s the definitive guide on the best gifts for teachers this...