Creating super summer snacks with grapes is a breeze

Early summer marks the beginning of the California grape season. These bite-size treats are the perfect snack – crisp, sweet and only 90 calories per 3/4 cup serving. Grapes are also very juicy, making them a welcome source of hydration as outdoor activities and temperatures increase.

Start enjoying your deck after one day’s work

Most deck owners know that one of the keys to keeping their decks looking good is staining it every few years. However, while deck staining is a process that most homeowners are capable of doing themselves, finding the time to do it can be difficult. With the right approach and the right products, you can get everything done in just one day and spend the rest of the year enjoying your newly stained deck.

Summertime is perfect for backyard birding with kids

Looking for a fun, kid-friendly activity to help your family appreciate the outdoors? Backyard birding is a great way to get the kids outside and learning more about the beautiful birds in your area. Here are a few helpful backyard birding tips to get started.

Ten must-have apps to help you survive a storm

If you live in a disaster-prone area, you should have a disaster-preparedness kit, but your best friend during a crisis might be your smartphone. You shouldn’t count on cellular or Wi-Fi service, or power to charge your batteries during a disaster, but even a partially charged phone can show you how to do CPR, act as a flashlight, or give you access to your insurance documents, if you have the right apps.

Do you hear what I hear?

Due to the increased use of earbuds, adolescent hearing loss is up 5 percent over the last decade, which now affects 20 percent of U.S. adolescents ages 12 to 19, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. It’s no surprise the increase in popular portable digital media player ownership from 18 percent to 76 percent over the past five years, along with frequent use at loud volumes, has contributed to young people losing their hearing.

Online coupons: a great way to save money on weekly shopping lists

Online coupon usage is on the rise, according to a Business Wire publication. Consumers are using online coupon sites to find discounts on everything from A to Z on the shopping list, including personal items to apparel, medical supplies to home decor, eye wear to flowers, large restaurant equipment and more.

Creating a personal paradise in your own home

What if you could create your own paradise – right at home? “Staycations” are all the rage right now and in today’s hectic life, it’s more important than ever to create a relaxing atmosphere where you can unwind and recharge, making every day at home a little escape.

Five ideas for adding fun to your corporate event

You know a flat corporate event when you see one: lots of uncomfortable conversation, people standing idle and anything that most people would consider fun is nowhere to be seen. That is why many companies have changed course in their approach to events for their employees, putting a priority on fun and engaging in activities that organically promote interaction and give participants something to talk about long after the event is over.

Nevada faces uncertain future under health care ruling

From the halls of the state Capitol to medical offices in Nevada, Thursday’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul drew mixed yet strong reaction.

News organizations don’t all get ruling right

NEW YORK – A rush to quickly report the Supreme Court’s decision on President Barack Obama’s health care law on Thursday tripped up some news organizations that got it wrong and had to quickly correct themselves.

Man uses slingshot to fire marbles at speed camera

ELLICOTT CITY, Md. – Police in Maryland say a man has been charged with assault for using a slingshot to fire glass marbles at a speed camera van.

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