Home and Garden
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Winter brings dark, dreary days. Don't let your space follow suitDec 26, 2019 10:00 pm - When winter sets in and days are shorter and darker, the change in light can wreak havoc on our sleep schedules and moods. But coming home and sitting in a poorly lit, d...
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Antique marble-top plant stand made in ChinaDec 22, 2019 6:01 am - Q: I bought this antique plant stand at an antiques auction almost 40 years ago. It is in very good condition, and it is about 36 inches tall with a pink mark on top. It...
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Your design style can proclaim, Oh, Palm Beach!Dec 22, 2019 6:00 am - Palm Beach: Just the sound of the name is powerful enough to conjure visions of beautiful estates, swaying palm trees and elegant soirees. Since its founding in 1909, Pa...
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When temperatures dip, spend indoor time with your houseplantsDec 22, 2019 6:00 am - During the winter, most houseplants are not in an active growth phase because of short day lengths, reduced humidity and lower temperatures, unless you are growing them ...
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Inspection report not a repair list for sellersDec 21, 2019 5:00 am - Q: We hired a home inspector to evaluate the home we're buying, but now we're wondering if it was worth the money. The inspector provided a long list of problems, but wh...
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Home office hits for 2019: Give a working-from-home pal a gift that gets the job doneDec 20, 2019 5:00 am - If you've run out of gift ideas for your sports-loving family member or foodie friend, what can you get them? If they work remotely — as millions of others now do — gift...
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Holiday hosting in small spacesDec 20, 2019 5:00 am - Gatherings of family and friends are a big part of the holiday season. Hosting such gatherings can be a great way to show loved ones how much you appreciate them, and ho...
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How to care for wild birds this winterDec 20, 2019 5:00 am - The arrival of winter forces everyone to confront the changes synonymous with the season, and local wildlife is no exception. Low temperatures, harsh winter storms and a...
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What's in Elk Grove man's winning 2019 Holiday Lights Contest displayDec 17, 2019 5:00 am - An Elk Grove Village home with candy cane-striped archways, thousands of lights, hundreds of plastic decorations and a new surprise this year is the winner of the Daily ...
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Holiday Light Contest Editor's Choice Winner: Lake CountyDec 17, 2019 5:00 am - Shaun Albeck of 791 S. Sienna in Round Lake is the Daily Herald Holiday Lights Contest Editor's Choice winner in the Lake County area for 2019. Q: How long have you been...