The holidays are just around the corner, and that means many of us will be making purchases online to avoid large crowds and busy mall traffic. While online shopping has made our lives easier, it also exposes new weaknesses with the information we use to make those very purchases. The holiday season is a […]
Don’t Compromise Your Personal Information This Holiday Shopping Season
The most memorable part of this holiday shopping should be an amazing deal you found, not having to jump through endless hoops trying to reclaim your identity. U.S. consumers are concerned about their personal information and identities during the holiday season, according to a survey by Discover. But these concerns won’t affect how they […]
Spooky Truths Regarding Halloween Safety On and Off the Road
Kids love the magic of Halloween: Trick-or-treating, classroom parties and trips to a neighborhood haunted house. But for moms and dads, often there is a fine line between Halloween fun and safety concerns, especially when it comes to road and pedestrian safety. In 2015, about 6,700 pedestrian deaths and 160,000 medically consulted injuries occurred among […]
Fireplace and Chimney Problems – Tips and Prevention
Most folks consider their fireplaces and chimneys to be indestructible parts of their home that require little or no maintenance. While masonry work is generally as close to maintenance-free as you can get, fireplaces and chimneys are more than just works of masonry: they are part of your home’s heating system, which must effectively exhaust […]
Campfire Safety Tips
Be Aware, Prepare and Douse the Flames The keys for staying fire safe outdoors is to prepare for whatever conditions you may encounter, be aware of your surroundings and build and extinguish campfires properly. In some cases, campfires may not be allowed. It is very important to check with the local area to determine if […]
Oh Deer! What to Do When You Hit an Animal
No matter where you’re driving, in a residential area or on the open road, you run the chance of hitting an animal, on accident of course. Animal accidents are common in this day and age. However, it’s important to know what to do in these situations in order to keep the road clear and safe […]
Wildlife Crossing: Tips to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions
Animal-vehicle collisions are not only costly, but can be dangerous. From 2001-2011, animal collisions contributed to more than 2,080 fatal crashes nationwide. Whether a deer, dog, moose or squirrel, animals on the roadway are unexpected, and their actions can be erratic and unpredictable, creating a dangerous situation for motorists. Most wildlife-vehicle collisions occur during the […]
Wildlife on the Road
To swerve, or not to swerve: That is the question. Before leaping to an answer, consider these statistics. A collision with some form of wildlife occurs, on average, every 39 minutes. 1 out of every 17 car collisions involves wandering wildlife. 89% of all wildlife collisions occur on roads with 2 lanes. 84% of all […]
10 Unique College Football Tailgating Traditions
University of Mississippi (Oxford, MS) – The Grove Hotty Toddy, Gosh Almighty! Like many schools around the country, Ole Miss claims to have the best tailgating scene around, and one trip to Oxford may leave you convinced. The reason? The Grove. This 10-acre quad/park at the heart of campus transforms into downtown tailgate town on […]
The Best Tailgating Cities
Kansas City, MO NFL: Kansas City Chiefs, Arrowhead Stadium Before each game, Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt strolls through the grounds visiting fans, a tradition started by his father, team founder, Lamar Hunt. Kansas City-style barbecue is a draw, but Hunt believes Arrowhead Stadium’s massive facilities are a primary reason that Chiefs tailgating is so popular. […]
Tailgating Safety Tips
It’s game day. You and your fellow fans are surrounded by grills and plumes of smoke infuse the air with aromas of seared foods. In all the fun, it’s easy to forget that little pathogens and potential dangers surround you as well. Don’t. Tailgating is supposed to be a big party before a big game, and […]
Best Tailgating Foods
The 9 Essential Foods Every Epic Tailgate Party Needs Ribs: Tailgating begins and ends with ribs. Mix it up and bring a few different styles of ribs. You can buy pork spareribs (from the belly or side of the pig), pork baby back ribs (they have less meat and require more work but are […]
Stay Safe When Tailgating and Drinking at Football Games
Now that the college school year has started up again and we are starting September, that can only mean one thing- football season is among us! Whether you have already purchased season tickets to watch your hometown football team, you’re heading up to your college town to root for your alma mater, or you’re counting […]
Note-Taking Techniques for Life
Note-taking is a common task that many either do or don’t do. Some see the great benefits of note-taking while others think it’s pointless. You often see students taking notes, but you can use this skill in every aspect of your life! Basic Techniques If you were not taught how to take basic notes, follow […]
10 Home Office Organization Tips
Organizing your home office might seem like a daunting task, especially if you don’t know where to begin. If you’re wanting to organize your home office, keep reading for 10 home office organization tips to start the process. Home Office Organization Tips Incorporate Storage – Check out various stores to view storage options. This can […]
Space Saving Ideas for Small Rooms
Whether you’re moving into a dorm room or just a really small apartment, you might find yourself lacking space. This can range in actual physical space or general storage. This list is gathered from HerCampus.com and American Heritage Insurance Group’s workers. Use it to help you pre-plan how to make more space in small areas. […]
How to Meal Plan – Tips & Tricks
Meal planning is a great way to get your finances in order and also prevent from last minute food binges…but it can be extremely difficult to master. If you keep putting it off because of a lack of time, motivation, ideas, or even just knowing how we have some recommendations below to hopefully make things […]
10 Steps Before You Sign a Lease
When it’s time to sign the lease, your excitement might get the best of you. Don’t find yourself unprepared or rushed into signing a document, especially one that can become a nightmare if there are issues. Signing a lease is a big step when renting an apartment so make sure you’re prepared to do it. […]
Top Road Trips in the U.S.
Road trips are a great way to take a vacation where you can really enjoy the sights around you. When you take a road trip, you have the flexibility to go at your own pace and see many different attractions. We’ve compiled a list (Source: Credit) to help you decide some of the best road […]
10 Rules for Cell Phone Courtesy
Did you know that July is Cell Phone Courtesy Month? Neither did we. We decided to take a few minutes to think about how cell phones are attached to many people. Think about this: More than 80% of adults in the U.S. own a cell phone. 90% of adults have their phones within an arm’s […]