Martin O’Malley launches 2016 presidential campaign

The former Maryland governor unveiled his campaign in Baltimore, the city where he was once mayor — a role that is central to his political persona. But his Baltimore credentials could become more of a challenge than he initially thought after a riot erupted in the city in April.

5 good reasons to get a personal loan

A personal loan can be a powerful tool in managing your finances — as long as it is used responsibly. But given some of the taboos commonly associated with debt, you might think that taking out a personal loan is always a bad idea. But, a personal loan can reap important benefits under the right circumstances.

Let It Grow

Southern Nevada isn’t known as an ideal growing environment for a papaya or mango. But don’t tell Brian Wignall that. The 25-year valley resident has found ways to grow the seemingly impossible in the harsh Mojave sun, and he says anyone else can do it too. And Wignall’s northwest valley home is a testament to his thinking.

Design a stunning backsplash without stress-filled whiplash

The kitchen is the heart of the home and a top-selling feature with homebuyers. Does yours convey style and functionality? Whether you’ve just completed a remodel or you’re looking for ways to upgrade your existing kitchen, a tile backsplash will instantly transform the space into an eye-catching masterpiece.

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May 30

Wasting away our future one trash bag at a time

Hollywood has made enough futuristic dystopian movies to give us a glimpse of what a trash-filled world will look like. Many show the corner of our famous Welcome to Las Vegas sign: tilted, half-buried and covered in rubbish or sand. This image always piques my interest.

Controlling tomato blight easy if you treat early

There is an issue occurring now in home gardens that may need your attention, called early blight of tomato. Early blight of tomato has been seen on the variety called Big Boy but is probably on others as well.

Make a sensational summer coffee table display

As the seasons change, I can’t wait to refresh the look of the displays on my coffee table. Through the years, my coffee table bliss has changed. Years ago, when my daughter was really young, I put so much stuff on the coffee table in our study that my husband and daughter complained they couldn’t see the TV over it.

Bring the outdoors in — decorate with nature

With summer almost here, why not bring some natural elements into your decor? Open nearly any decor magazine and you’re likely to find pages of interesting ways to incorporate natural elements. What is also wonderful about using natural elements is it’s relatively inexpensive.

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