Nothing puts you on edge like a big storm. Whether it’s pounding rain and crashing thunder or a blizzard that knocks out the power for days, nasty weather can have you questioning your family’s fundamental security—and the steadfastness of the home that keeps you...

While operating a lawn mower is a common task this time of year, it can be dangerous. Flying debris, moving and hot parts, and errors in judgment can quickly lead to serious injury. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 80,000 people make an unexpected...

The electrical load on a household has significantly increased in the last 50 years. Today most people have at least one computer, several televisions, gaming systems, cell phones … all requiring electricity. According to the US Census Bureau, more than half the homes...

With nicer weather on the way, we'll start seeing a flurry of activity in our neighborhoods. Neighbors will begin walking/running, grilling out, and starting yard cleanup to deal with what Mother Nature left behind. Neighborhood kids will begin knocking on your door...

Mother Nature has been a bit slow in turning up the heat this spring; however, when she does, you’ll probably start thinking about yard work and outdoor projects you want to accomplish this year. If you have a large project on your list, it may be time to call in a...

While the greatest number of tornadoes occurs in April, May, and June, tornadoes can occur at any time of the year, day or night. Fortunately everybody has the chance to survive a tornado. The keys to survival are preparedness and action. If you and your family are...

Summer is officially here! Unfortunately, for teen drivers, this is the deadliest time of year. More teens are now on the road going to their summer jobs, visiting friends, and travelling to summer attractions. This means more cars driven by inexperienced drivers....

Brush up on basic fire pit safety before you build your next fire. Discover what steps you should take to keep your family safe. Whether you already have a fire pit or are planning to add one, invest some effort in reviewing fire pit safety. This is especially...

Now that spring is here, neighborhoods are starting to come back to life. More people are walking, kids are riding their bikes and scooters, and some have even started yard work. Another sign that spring has arrived is neighborhood kids playing on trampolines....

October is Fire Prevention Month. Each year, an average of 370,000 reported home fires result in $6.9 billion in damages. When you add candle fires to that total, it translates to an average of 42 calls a day for a typical fire department! At this time of year, I...

When I was growing up, one of our family traditions was a trip to our local pumpkin patch. I always loved trying to find the best pumpkin, or at least one better than my sister’s. After finding the perfect pumpkin, we ventured into the store to buy caramel apples,...

Public Wi-Fi is everywhere — such as coffee shops, hotels and airports, just to name a few. But this convenience comes at a price. Public hotspots are an easy way for cyber criminals to track your online movements and steal valuable information. How? The same features...

Because the days are getting shorter, we start doing a lot more things in the dark. Walking the dog, running or biking, last-minute yard work, and driving are just a few. Almost half of all driving deaths happen at night, which is three times greater than during the...

A growing number of individuals today, especially Millennials, choose not to own an automobile. Auto loans and the costs of maintaining a vehicle aren't appealing to them. With a number of alternative modes of transportation, like trains, buses, and bicycles, owning a...

September means back to school, the start of football season, and for the chef in your family, a great opportunity to stock up on freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. Farmers markets offer fresh produce directly from local farmers, growers and producers. Fresh...

If you use Siri, Cortana, or Alexa on a daily basis, you’re like many people who rely on artificial intelligence (AI) to help make life easier. AI can send a text to a friend, set an appointment on our calendar and provide us with driving directions when we are lost....

It’s that time of year ... kids are back in school! It’s the perfect time to review the correct status of your youthful drivers with your insurance agent. It’s very important to update your insurance agent each year on the changing status of your children: Are they...

As a child, your parents may have taught you never to talk to strangers. As an adult hoping to sell your home, not...

The unofficial start of summer is here! This means many families are making plans or final arrangements for this...

If you have kids in high school, final exam week is just around the corner. Year-end projects are nearing completion,...

Is learning to ride a motorcycle on your bucket list? Now that the weather is getting nicer, you’re closer to making...

The grass is turning green, trees are beginning to bud, and the temperature is rising. It’s time to open your cottage...

In just a few short weeks, college students will put on their caps and gowns and celebrate graduation. For many,...