Tips for a Successful Cookout
There’s nothing better this time of year: good food, friends and family hanging out together and enjoying the outdoors for a fun, relaxing time in...
Oregon State Fire Marshal Calls for Oregonians to Take Simple Steps to Prepare for Wildfire
A few simple weekend projects within the first five feet of your home could be the difference between surviving a wildfire or suffering devastating damage....
Safe Digging Month Reminds Oregonians to Contact 811 Before Digging
In recognition of National Safe Digging Month, the Oregon Utility Notification Center (OUNC), Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA), and Oregon Public Utility...
Create a Cozy, Inviting Living Room!
Turning your living room – the hub of seasonal entertaining – into a family fun retreat can be simple with a few thoughtful updates. From...
FREE Plant Something Oregon Road Map Highlights Top Places to Find Plants
A brand-new edition of the popular Plant Something Oregon Road Map is out, and available for people to order for FREE online at PlantSomethingOregon.com/order-the-road-map. The map...
Arousing Admiration: The Charm of Hummingbirds
Well, actually, it’s both … the charm of hummingbirds is most certainly apropos and “a charm” of hummingbirds is actually factual! Yep, that’s right, the...
A Healthier, Greener Home: Eco-Friendly Cleaning Hacks
Keeping your home clean doesn’t have to mean filling your cabinets with harsh chemicals or single-use cleaning products. In fact, some of the most effective...
What Professional Locksmiths Say Homeowners Get Wrong About Security
You have locks on your doors and windows, and you make sure they’re secure before you leave the house or head to bed each night....
Growing Vegetables in Containers
If you don’t have room for a garden, or only want to grow a few vegetables, planting in containers is a great option. You can...
Keep Your Family Safe and Sound With a Solar Generator
A storm is raging outdoors, but you and your family are safely tucked away in your cozy home … that is, until the power goes...