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What To Do Before and After an Earthquake
The recent large earthquakes in Southern California are a reminder to always be earthquake-ready. Earthquakes come on suddenly, with very little warning. They can be a sharp jolt followed by the ground shaking and cracking, or waves rolling across the ground....
4th of July Treats!
The classic Fourth of July celebration in America is all about friends, family, and the red, white, and blue! And if you are like the majority of Americans you will probably be taking advantage of the summer holiday by attending or hosting a backyard BBQ before...
Accomplishing Summer Goals as a Teacher
Summertime for teachers doesn’t necessarily mean “vacation”. There are, lesson plans to develop, hours of PD sessions, and classrooms to prepare. Many teachers have summer jobs or teach summer school, so accomplishing goals and tasks that get put off during the...
Complete a Home Inventory
If you are one of the almost 50% of U.S. households that has never completed a home inventory there is no time like the present. Why is a Home Inventory Important? A Home Inventory Checklist is a list of your valuable objects in case there is a fire, destructive storm...
Guest Blog: Tips for Homeowners and Renters from a Fire Prevention Officer
By: Nick Magoteaux As a fire prevention officer of a fire department, I take fire prevention seriously. At the fire department, we can only inspect commercial buildings for fire codes, but you can do your own inspection to make sure your household is safe. Here are a...
Why You Should Take a Vacation
Summer is here and it is the perfect time to take a vacation. However, many people think they are either too busy for or simply don't need to take time off during the year; but getting away is actually beneficial to both your physical and mental well-being. So, stop...
“Dump the Pump” on June 20th
June 20th Is National Dump the Pump Day, but what does it mean to “dump the pump”? Dump the Pump...
Life Lessons From Your Dog
Wiggle bottom, man's best friend, cuddle bug, fur baby, smoochy pooch. We could go on and on about the crazy names we give our dogs and how much we love them. They give us joy and companionship, a reason to exercise, even someone to cry to; and ask for so...
“100 Deadliest Days” For Teens- How You Can Help
School is ending and the heat of summer is starting to set in. That means vacations, barbecues, and lazy days on the lake. But for teen drivers, summer means something altogether different. Memorial Day through Labor Day is considered the “100 Deadliest...
Water Safety Tips
It’s time to brush off your barbecue grills, stock up on popsicles, and get a new swimsuit because summer is practically here! After a winter with too much snow and a spring with too much rain, we are more than ready for summer. And if your neighborhood is...