6 Savvy Ways to Ensure Grilling Success This Summer
There’s just something timeless about a summer cookout with friends, family or neighbors. Whether it’s the sound of burgers sizzling on the grill or the...
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Resilient Home Upgrades
In an era when extreme weather events are increasingly common, resilient home upgrades are now more of a necessity than a luxury. Homeowners and builders...
Things You Can Do Today to Prepare for Wildfire and Smoke Season at Your Business and Home
Now that wildfire season has started and Governor Kotek has declared a state of emergency for wildfires, it’s time for Oregon businesses to prepare. Even...
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...
5 Must-Haves for a Successful BBQ!
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...
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...
7 Frugal Gardening Tips and Tricks
Gardening can be a simple way to beautify your yard, relieve stress and save money on your grocery bill, but like any hobby, you can...
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...
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...