Articles filed under Contests & Promotions
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Former pool site needs renovationJun 23, 2019 6:00 am - I had an aboveground pool with stones surrounding the pool. The pool fell down and shortly after I was diagnosed with cancer. I was able to beat my cancer with the suppo...
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Color, flowers needed to create an inviting patioJun 23, 2019 6:00 am - My creative design ability is nil. While I love sitting in my yard and having a few friends over, its ambience could really be better. I need some decor, flowers and jus...
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Bland yard can become a Mexican oasisJun 23, 2019 6:00 am - We want to win this Daily Herald backyard spruce-up contest because our outdoor space just does not fit our family's personality! We are a busy, multiethnic family who l...
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Family-owned garden center still expandingJun 22, 2019 7:00 am - Chicago-area homeowners spend all winter dreaming about summer and the time they can spend enjoying their yard. Most don't want to slave on their yard, but they do long ...
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Think food safety first for your most successful cookout yetJun 19, 2019 11:00 pm - There's no better way to celebrate the summer season than a cookout. What's not to love about enjoying the best weather of the year while savoring grilled meat and side ...
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Binny's pairing for barbecueJun 19, 2019 6:10 am - When deciding on a wine for your catered backyard barbecue or block party, keep it simple. Seek out soft and juicy wines where fruit flavors take center stage. The char...
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Weber Grill's Hickory Smoked Baby Back RibsJun 19, 2019 6:10 am - 4 racks baby back ribs, 1¾ pounds each ¼ cup yellow mustard ¼ cup Weber BBQ spice mix 2 cups ketchup ½ cup dark brown sugar, packed ½ cup Worcestershire sauce ¼ cup appl...
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The Turtle KrawlJun 19, 2019 6:00 am - 3/4 ounce white rum 3/4 ounce coconut rum 1/2 ounce dark or spiced rum Splash of Grenadine or maraschino cherry juice Splash of lime juice or Key lime juice Equal pa...
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A hot, thirsty summer calls for the Turtle KrawlJun 19, 2019 6:00 am - Hopefully our snowy spring is behind us and an actual summer is right around the corner. To me, nothing is better on a warm, sunny day than relaxing on my porch with a c...
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Let others do the cooking at your next cookoutJun 19, 2019 6:00 am - Summer is the season for celebrations. Our calendars are dotted with graduations, showers, weddings, and those essential block parties. After the winter we've had, being...