Home and Garden
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Exhausted over faulty clothes dryer ventApr 15, 2025 10:34 pm - A dryer vent was installed improperly in a new custom build three years ago. Because it doesn’t meet building codes, the builder may still be liable for the defect.
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25,000 daffodils expected to bloom in St. Charles this year
Apr 14, 2025 11:54 am - The St. Charles Park District and The River Corridor Foundation will meet next week to celebrate five years of collaboration and 25,000 daffodil blooms in Mount St. Mary Park.
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Uncovering the secrets of Geneva’s Fabyan Estate … and its leaky pondApr 11, 2025 5:00 am - The Fabyan Estate in Geneva faces environmental and preservation challenges, including a leaky pond in the Japanese Garden and deteriorating artifacts in the Fabyan Villa Museum.
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Income tax filing requirements for community associationsApr 10, 2025 6:57 pm - It comes as a surprise to some, but condominiums and other forms of community associations are entities that must file income tax returns.
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How to choose the right backup generator for your homeApr 10, 2025 3:21 pm - Smaller portable or large whole-house emergency backup generators are becoming more popular because most home activities now require electricity. An expert weighs in on how to choose the one that best suits your needs.
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Is refinishing my only option for damaged wood floors?
Apr 08, 2025 10:49 pm - Q: Our very old wood floors are in good shape and were refinished right before we bought our house 10 years ago. But now there is very noticeable wear in a few spots, chiefly in the entryway. How should we address this?
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Home & garden calendar, April 13-19Apr 08, 2025 10:29 pm - Rain gardening, dragonflies, plant sales galore and more.
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Buyers unhappy with agent’s home inspectorApr 08, 2025 7:32 pm - Reliance on an agent’s home inspector referral can be good or bad, depending on the agent. Many Realtors endorse the best home inspectors, while others recommend those with lesser qualifications and abilities.
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Spring garden tasks for healthy plant growthApr 08, 2025 7:18 pm - Keep cutting back perennials in your garden to prepare the way for health spring growth. With bulbs and grasses, be sure to stay away from any new growth when you’re cutting back.
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Every yard matters: How native plants can revive ecosystems
Apr 08, 2025 4:12 pm - Simple landscaping choices, like reducing lawn areas and planting native species, can combat environmental decline and help protect wildlife. See why a native plant expert says every yard can play a vital role in preserving ecosystems, and discover good plant choices for your yard.