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....

Isn’t technology great? Every day we see new technology that makes our lives better, more efficient, and safer. Cellphones have facetime capabilities and great cameras. Fitbits track our active lifestyles. Hover boards ... who wouldn’t want one? Back-up cameras in our...

Being a parent, running from activity to activity with your children can be taxing on everyone. But more than any other activity, the benefits of enrolling your children in swimming lessons cannot be overlooked. Not only do swimming lessons provide a lifesaving set of...

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...

When warm weather is here, many look for ways to enjoy our time outside. One of those ways is to get on a bicycle and go for a ride. With school a few weeks away, a bicycle can also turn into the main mode of transportation. There are many benefits to riding bicycles,...

As college students search for independence, a new challenge for this school year could be renting an apartment. If you’ve been down this road before, you know renting an apartment for a college student can be stressful. If this is your first time, there are many...

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,...

Depending on where you live, spring may have sprung. For some of us in the Midwest, we’re still waiting. No matter...

Whether you’re spring cleaning, downsizing, or preparing to move, getting rid of your unnecessary personal belongings...