Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Cook Co. Treasurer welcomes visitors to celebration of ‘Christmas Trees from Around the World’Nov 26, 2024 9:50 am - For the 21st year, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is celebrating ethnic holiday traditions of nearly 100 different nationalities at the “Christmas Trees from Around the World” display at her office.
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Owner can record open portion of board meetingNov 21, 2024 6:30 pm - Unit owners are allowed to video record meetings, so a board should set rules for this to minimize disruptions and safety concerns.
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Manufactured fire logs burn cleaner but cost more than woodNov 21, 2024 3:21 pm - If you’re thinking of sitting in front of a cozy fire in the fireplace this season, you might want to consider fire log options. Burning real wood can release ash and smoke into your home, while manufactured options using coffee grounds or sawdust burn cleaner.
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Make your holiday wreath pop with your personal touchNov 21, 2024 5:45 am - Holiday wreaths are often made of natural materials. It’s creative and impressive to make your own wreath, which may be less expensive and will be more meaningful than a commercially made product.
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Stick to your holiday budget this yearNov 20, 2024 3:05 pm - Santa may not need to tighten his belt, but many Americans feel the need. But that’s OK, you can still celebrate the season in grand spirits even though you aim to cut costs.
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Natural materials make easy, beautiful holiday displaysNov 20, 2024 12:30 am - Now is a good time to prepare your garden for winter and set up seasonal displays.
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House inspector banned by seller’s agentsNov 19, 2024 11:38 pm - The seller’s agent is refusing to work with the buyer’s choice of home inspector. Is that legal?
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Who pays when water from one unit floods another unit?Nov 14, 2024 5:29 pm - A resident of a condominium unit on the third floor of our building fell asleep while filling a bathtub. As a result, the tub overflowed and damaged the drywall ceiling and walls of the unit below. Who is responsible for this damage.
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Bankers need not disclose?Nov 13, 2024 12:03 am - Do banks really not have to disclose deficits they discover after acquiring a property? That’s the million-dollar question.
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There are flowers too? Some plants prized for foliage surprise gardeners with late-season bloomsNov 12, 2024 11:51 pm - Part of the thrill of gardening are the surprises you might find along the way. Here are some plants chosen primarily for striking foliage that may surprise you with their blooms or berries.