Cooking fires are the No. 1 cause of home fires and injuries.

I did a little background research on the energy use of small appliances compared with full-sized appliances.

Dates on food packages are quality dates, not expiration dates.

Don’t leave the stove or cooking appliances unattended when being used.

Soap’s effectiveness depends on spending enough time scrubbing your hands.

Take steps now to prevent frozen septic systems this winter.

Take steps now to prevent your septic system from freezing this winter.

Ice dams can cause structural damage and lead to mold growth in homes.

Sewer gas backup can be a health hazard.

Aug. 11 is 8-1-1 Day as a reminder to call before digging underground to prevent serious damage and injuries.