Articles filed under Home & Garden
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What flood insurance does and does not coverJul 09, 2025 5:41 pm - While standard home insurance policies cover fire and wind damage, even good property insurance typically doesn’t cover things like flooding and earthquakes, which usually require a special and separate policy for each.
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Lombard gardeners to learn iPhone photographyJul 07, 2025 6:19 pm - Lombard Garden Club hosts iPhone photography program by photojournalist Erica Benson on July 17, teaching nature photography tips using cell phones.
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Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners awards scholarship to Batavia High graduateJul 07, 2025 6:10 pm - Abigail Ingersoll, a Batavia High graduate, has been awarded a $2,000 scholarship from the Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners to support her further education in environmental research or horticulture at Iowa State University.
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Proper pruning practices and pest control can keep your garden healthyJul 06, 2025 9:09 am - It's time to prune shrubs to desired shapes before growth stops in July. It’s also time to check trees for fungal diseases and pests.
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The people who can’t stop talking about vacuum cleanersJul 06, 2025 9:08 am - The vacuum cleaner market has seen intense disruption from brands like Shark and Dyson. Yet niche communities like the vacuum subreddit show people still feel a deep passion for the appliance.
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Transform your tiny garden into a lush haven with these creative tipsJul 06, 2025 9:08 am - Space — or the lack of it — doesn’t have to stand between you and a fruitful garden. You just have to be creative.
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The only 5 cleaning products you really needJul 06, 2025 9:05 am - Arm yourself against household dirt and grime with these five essential cleaning products.
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Simple ways to get through a power outageJul 06, 2025 9:05 am - No one wants to be inconvenienced by a loss of power, but taking certain steps in anticipation of a potential outage can make it easier to manage these unwelcome disruptions.
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Washable rugs are everywhere — but are they worth it?Jul 06, 2025 9:04 am - Washable rugs promise convenience but have drawbacks like bunching, visible padding, and challenges with vacuuming. They work best in small, high-traffic areas.
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A guide to quieter, more efficient central air conditionersJul 06, 2025 9:03 am - Replacing an old air conditioning unit with a newer, more efficient model will make you more comfortable and save on cooling costs as well.