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2 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Joe DiFazio |Cody Godwin
When the weather starts warming up, people across the country start busting out their grills. Whether you call it "barbecuing," "grilling," "cooking out," or something else, one thing remains the same: it is an American pastime and synonymous with summer. But with great power comes great responsibility, and not everyone is worthy of the grill master title. Nothing can ruin a cookout like charred burgers that are more like hockey pucks than a tasty dinner.
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3 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Joe DiFazio |Cody Godwin
There are many ways to clean your home without having to turn to conventional cleaning products that are often full of harsh chemicals, like bleach. Using readily available alternatives is better for your health and the environment. Inhaling many common cleaners can be bad for your respiratory system and your skin. So, ditch the harsher items and consider making your own.
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3 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Terry Baddoo |Cody Godwin
Your bed is more than a place to rest your head each night or de-stress during a few stolen moments during the day; it's also a haven and a sanctuary. Your mattress needs to be comfortable, supportive and welcoming. It also needs to be clean!Sadly, no matter how pristine your sheets and pillowcases appear, the mattress underneath can become contaminated with all sorts of nastiness over time. That's partly because we humans are such a sweaty bunch.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
For pet owners, leaving your house overnight means one thing: you need a pet sitter. Getting your home and pet prepared for the house guest will make things easier for the sitter. Plus, it can remove a lot of the searching and guesswork that can come when caring for someone else’s pet. Whether you’re hiring someone or recruiting help from family or friends to care for your animal, you can do some simple things so everyone is comfortable and ready to tackle anything.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
Traffic… ugh! Depending on where you live, it’s unavoidable. The slow-moving gridlock of vehicles can be experienced while driving in town, on interstates and on many of the roads in between. If you live in a big city or have lived in the same area for a while, many commuting-related woes come as no surprise.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
Clogged drains are a household issue we all face at some point, regardless of whether we're homeowners, renters or visitors. Whether it’s due to a paper towel down the sink or a clump of hair down the shower train, it’s all but inevitable. Many clogs are often simple enough to fix without professional assistance. Chemical solutions to fix clogged drains are easily accessible in many stores. However, consider trying some of these easy, chemical-free alternatives first.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
Out with the old, in with the new! This adage applies to many areas of our lives, especially our pantries. Shelves are lined with canned goods, rice containers and cereal boxes, sometimes stocked three deep.  With all that food, it helps to have a system to prevent some of these goods from expiring. It can be as simple as stocking the newest item behind the one you already have so it is used first.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
No one likes getting into a cold car in the winter and immediately driving off, right? It’s easier to drive when your windshield is defrosted and the interior car is nice and toasty – and the same goes for your tech. Both extreme cold and heat can determine whether your devices work and how well they work. The temperature shouldn't be a problem for devices kept inside your house.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
usatoday.com | Cody Godwin
It’s very tempting to turn the heat up when the temperatures drop. However, that can come at a cost. If you’re looking for a simple solution and an alternative to the electric space heater, consider making a personal heater with a terracotta pot and tea candles. The do-it-yourself heater is an easy and cost-effective way to stay warm and cozy in a small space in your house. It’s also a great way to generate heat in emergencies, especially if there's no power.
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Dec 11, 2024 | 
newsbreak.com | Cody Godwin
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