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Is condo board’s new rule about water leaks appropriate?

By Matthew Moodhe
May 20, 2026 3:49 pm - Our condominium association recently added a new rule regarding water leaks and the damage to other units or the common elements.
Every spring, 13M wildflowers give this preserve a jolt of natural beauty

By Ashley Stimpson
May 19, 2026 5:04 pm - The G. Richard Thompson Wildlife Management Area in Virginia, about 62 miles west of Washington, includes one of the largest great white trillium stands in the world - about 13 million across two square miles of woods.
How to mulch your garden beds without harming plants

By JESSICA DAMIANO
May 19, 2026 3:59 pm - When you look at your garden beds and borders, do you see any bare soil? If so, mulch is in order.
Why drainage is crucial to outdoor spaces

Metro Creative Connection
May 19, 2026 3:30 pm - Drainage is an essential consideration when planning outdoor living areas. Homeowners should use slope, drains and even vegetation to mitigate water issues on a property.
Home & garden calendar, May 19-30

Daily Herald report
May 19, 2026 2:21 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like growing edible fruit trees in the Midwest, herb gardens and more. Also, list of plant sales, garden walks, and nature walks.
Home inspector challenged by flood disclosures

By Barry Stone
May 19, 2026 10:54 am - As a home inspector, I often find evidence of water-damage repairs to interior walls and flooring. This has become a new focus of my inspections. Do you have any suggestions?
Container gardening success: Proper drainage and plant care techniques

By Tim Johnson, Chicago Botanic Garden
May 19, 2026 10:44 am - If you are unable to quickly install the new containerized plants you purchased, it’s easier to keep them watered if you hold them in the shade before planting.
Here’s a quick and easy routine to get your bathroom clean fast

By Jolie Kerr
May 17, 2026 3:00 am - If you’re looking for a way to get your bathroom clean, fast, this routine is for you — it relies on just two multipurpose cleaning agents and a low-fi selection of tools.
Extended warranties are a waste of money. Here’s what you can do instead.

By Kevin Brasler
May 16, 2026 12:05 pm - Retailers prey on our “loss-aversion” tendencies to sell extended warranties. These “peace of mind” plans are enormously profitable for the companies that sell them, but they’re usually terrible deals for consumers.
What can association do about owners leaving trash cans out?

By Matthew Moodhe
May 13, 2026 4:24 pm - A couple of owners in our association leave their empty garbage cans at the curb for many days after the weekly pickup. Does the association have any remedies?

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