Home and Garden
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When planting a meadow, heed conditions in your yardApr 23, 2023 7:00 am - Wildflower meadows have been growing in popularity among gardeners, and for good reason. They're low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, provide food for birds, wildlife, ...
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It's easy to get carried away buying plantsApr 23, 2023 7:00 am - After a long Chicago winter, it is easy to let spring fever take over when ordering plants from catalogs and buying plants from garden centers. Take the time to select p...
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Cleaning and improving your garageApr 23, 2023 1:00 am - Got a garage that's become an eyesore inside and out? You are not alone: 36% of Americans polled say their garages are so cluttered they can no longer park vehicles with...
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How to know it's time to splurge on replacement windowsApr 22, 2023 7:00 am - Is it feeling drafty in your house? Noticing higher energy bills? Getting more difficult to open and close your windows? These are telltale signs it may be time to repla...
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Algonquin Garden Club's Spring Sale returns May 13Apr 21, 2023 11:00 pm - Thinking of how to get your garden started this year and add some extra color to your yard? Stop by the Algonquin Garden Club's spring sale on Saturday, May 13, at St....
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A power washer isn't always the answer to clean home's exteriorApr 21, 2023 7:00 am - Every homeowner knows the value and importance of spring cleaning rooms and other interiors within your home. But it's equally vital to apply that spick-and-span vibe to...
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Aurora giving away mulchApr 21, 2023 1:00 am - Aurora is giving away mulch to celebrate Earth Day. The mulch pile on the northwest corner of Illinois Avenue and Route 25 is open around the clock, while supplies last....
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Quick spring refreshes make an old place feel like newApr 20, 2023 6:00 am - Maybe you had hoped to be in a new home this year but were deterred by high housing prices. Maybe it's just the arrival of spring that's got you looking around your room...
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Here's how to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day in the suburbsApr 20, 2023 5:30 am - Earth Day is Saturday, April 22, with Arbor Day soon to follow on April 28. A variety of suburban events offer opportunities to learn about the environment, get tips on ...
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Making of a dream home: Ambitious renovation spawns design careerApr 19, 2023 6:00 am - “A house is made with walls and beams; a home is made with love and dreams” - Ralph Waldo Emerson By Jill Goetz My husband and I purchased this original 1970s-style, 3,0...