Tuesday, November 26 , 2024

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Large case goods that sit up against the wall are a space-saver and a wonderful addition to any room, but especially an office.

How to create the perfect office

Large case goods that sit up against the wall are a space-saver and a wonderful addition to any room, but especially an office.

March 26, 2022, 5:58am Life

The home office has seen quite the resurgence these last few years. With more and more companies switching to work-from-home or hybrid schedules, it is only natural that we want to create a space for ourselves to buckle down and get things done while at home. Read story

From rattan to velvet, you can embrace ???70s home decor trends by sprinkling a few retro accessories here and there. Bits of nature and bright colors are also making a comeback.

Nature, comfort inspires design

From rattan to velvet, you can embrace ???70s home decor trends by sprinkling a few retro accessories here and there. Bits of nature and bright colors are also making a comeback.

March 26, 2022, 5:57am Life

For design enthusiasts, a new year means new trends. And at the start of 2022, the design world’s attention is focused squarely on the living room. Read story

An oversized round mirror helps to anchor the fireplace in this space.

5 hot tips to give your fireplace a glow-up

An oversized round mirror helps to anchor the fireplace in this space.

March 26, 2022, 5:57am Life

Often in social areas, a fireplace serves as a key focal point, typically the heart of the room. Instead of ignoring this dynamic architectural feature, why not use it as inspiration for interior design? When looking to make a fireplace a true room highlight, here are five top tips. Read story

After three or four weeks, these lettuce plants will fill their "cells" and be ready to transplant outdoors in the garden.

Making a start: Try growing some vegetable or flower transplants

After three or four weeks, these lettuce plants will fill their "cells" and be ready to transplant outdoors in the garden.

March 25, 2022, 6:04am Life

If you’ve never grown your own transplants for your garden, perhaps this is the year to do it. It’s economical, it allows you to grow varieties you might not be able to buy as transplants, it’s satisfying and it’s easy. Read story

Can you be healed by a sound frequency? From sound baths to TikTok, a debate (gently) rages

March 21, 2022, 6:02am Life

In 2015 the Grammy-nominated music producer, songwriter and rapper Maejor, 33, was living every artist’s dream. Read story

Prices are displayed on a sign at a gas station in Milwaukee on Monday with a billboard for medical services in the background.

How to save on fuel, cushion hit from sky-high gas prices

Prices are displayed on a sign at a gas station in Milwaukee on Monday with a billboard for medical services in the background.

March 20, 2022, 6:02am Business

Any motorist who has had to fill up lately could be forgiven for wincing in disbelief. Read story

The medicine cabinet has traditionally been in the bathroom. But changes in humidity and heat can make your medications less effective or expire sooner, according to MedlinePlus.

5 things to not store in bathroom

The medicine cabinet has traditionally been in the bathroom. But changes in humidity and heat can make your medications less effective or expire sooner, according to MedlinePlus.

March 19, 2022, 6:05am Life

Varying temperatures and humidity can affect these common items in adverse ways Read story

One of the most recognizable tartans is the Royal Stewart version, which is comprised of contrasting stripes of bold red, bright yellow, blue, green and white.

Many types of plaid available

One of the most recognizable tartans is the Royal Stewart version, which is comprised of contrasting stripes of bold red, bright yellow, blue, green and white.

March 19, 2022, 6:05am Life

While we refer to the colder months as “plaid season” thanks to the warm and homey atmosphere it creates (and the fact that it pairs so well with a crackling fireplace), it is a wonderful and stunning fabric to use year-round. Read story

Gardening with Allen: Now is a good time to feed lawn

March 19, 2022, 6:05am Clark County Life

My lawn has started to grow again but it is not as green as I would like. Is now a good time to fertilize and make it greener? Is this a good time to fertilize trees and shrubs? Can I control moss at the same time? Read story

A ponytail palm in New Paltz, NY. Cutting back the single stem of this plant to prevent it from growing too tall has coaxed it to send new stems all along the remaining trunk.

Tips to keep houseplants healthy

A ponytail palm in New Paltz, NY. Cutting back the single stem of this plant to prevent it from growing too tall has coaxed it to send new stems all along the remaining trunk.

March 19, 2022, 6:02am Life

No matter that winter winds and snow still come and go in much of the country. The sun’s earlier rising and higher climb into the sky let us know that spring is on the way. Even houseplants indoors feel the changing season. Read story