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It seems simple enough, but hanging Christmas lights can be full of hazards. From hanging tips to safety tips, here are some ways to make sure hanging your Christmas lights this year will impress onlookers and be a safe activity. 1) Measure the lengths- Make sure that you have enough lights to adequately decorate yourRead more

As the holidays approach, Weeks & Associates Insurance wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. Whether you are getting ready to carve the turkey, travel, watch football, or shop those Black Friday deals, this simple fall recipe is sure to be a hit! Easy Fall Caramel Corn (Courtesy of AllRecipes.com) Ingredients: 4 quarts ofRead more

You're calmly sitting in your living room reading while there's a storm howling outside.  Suddenly you hear a loud crash.  You run upstairs and see that the large oak tree in your yard has just been damaged by lightning.  One of the branches has broken off and gone through your roof and is now inRead more

There can be a lot of joys in homeownership, but it also takes a lot of work. Home maintenance is an ever–present task. A change in seasons is usually a time for such maintenance. Here are some tips to keep your home in great shape this time of year. Check your home for cracks, leaksRead more

Fall decorations can add beauty and color to your home. Fall decorations don’t have to be difficult to make or expensive to buy. Here are some DIY Decorations for fall. Put some green tissue paper in the bottom of a small wicker basket and top it with an assortment of small gourds and pumpkins. ThisRead more

Fall is a great season for motorcycle rides. Prevent accidents by following these safe driving tips: When you ride a motorcycle, use proper safety gear. That includes a helmet, goggles and protective clothing. As a driver, always double-check before changing lanes. Motorcycles can slip into a space without you seeing them. As a motorcyclist, practiceRead more

Fall is the time of year when pumpkins become the most popular item on the menu. One tasty pumpkin packed treat is the pumpkin cake with browned butter icing. Start this decadent dessert by mixing your favorite sheet cake recipe. In place of milk, buttermilk or other liquid, add one 15-ounce can of pumpkin pureeRead more