Tag: American Heritage
- Categories: American Heritage, Holidays, Pets, Travel
Make sure your pets travel well for the holidays The holiday season is here and that means it’s time to eat good food and join together with loved ones. For many who have families far away, this is also is the time to pack up and get out of Ohio. If you are gearing up … Read more
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- Categories: American Heritage, Wedding
Planning to propose this holiday season? Did you recently get engaged? Putting an insurance policy on your engagement ring may sound unromantic, but nothing is sweeter than peace of mind. Don’t forget to check off this task on your wedding planning to-do list—better safe than sorry. Here’s a breakdown of all the ins and outs of ring insurance. … <a title="Planning to Propose?" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/planning-to-propose/" aria-label="Read more about Planning to...
- Categories: American Heritage, Holidays, Weather
Polar-Bear Plunge: Crazy? Rejuvenating? Both? You’ve seen these people on the news or in your local paper. Maybe you’ve seen them in person at a local park or beach in winter. Maybe you’re even one of them. Who are they? And why are they jumping into a freezing body of water? The origin of the … Read more
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Add some strategy to your ‘Black Friday’ shopping If there’s anything more satisfying than melting into the couch following a multi-course Thanksgiving dinner complete with all the fixings, it has to be shopping for the best deals of the season the day after in Cincinnati. Hitting the shops on Black Friday has become a ritual … Read more
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- Categories: American Heritage, Holidays, Home
5 Tips for Deep Frying a Turkey This Thanksgiving Those who have tasted deep-fried turkey usually say there’s simply no comparison to an oven-roasted bird — turkey out of the fryer is moist, with crispy skin and a beautiful color. And, it cooks much more quickly than a turkey in the oven, which means you … Read more
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- Categories: American Heritage, Auto, Home
Make football season not just fun, but also safe Finally, fall is here! That eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves, the start of school and, of course, football season in Ohio! Football season brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities for football fans, from game-day tailgates and … Read more
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- Categories: American Heritage, Weather
A little extra caution can go a long way while driving at night Summer has ended, and while fall and winter have their own pleasures — including ice skating at Fountain Square — longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even … Read more
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- Categories: American Heritage, Holidays
Americans celebrate Memorial Day in the spring and Veterans Day in the fall. While it can be easy to confuse the two holidays, Memorial Day is set aside to honor American’s war dead; Veterans Day is intended to honor the service of all U.S. veterans, both living and dead. In fact, celebrations surrounding Veterans Day … <a title="Top 10 ways to honor a veteran on Veterans Day" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/top-10-ways-honor-veteran-veterans-day/" aria-label="Read...
- Categories: American Heritage, Home
Electrical failure or malfunctions account for almost 50,000 home fires per year and result in roughly 450 deaths and $1.5 billion in direct property damage according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This is a particular threat to homes built before the 1950’s when electrical wiring standards were less stringent than today. However, even newer homes … <a title="Preventing a Home Electrical Fire" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/preventing-home-electrical-fire/" aria-label="Read more about Preventing...
- Categories: American Heritage, Home
Candles are a great way to liven up a room by adding a fresh scent or warm light. Unfortunately, they can also create devastation if not used properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), improperly used candles caused an estimated 9,300 home structure fires between 2009 and 2013. Understanding the dangers of using candles and … <a title="Candle Fires – Are You At Risk?" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/candle-fires-risk/" aria-label="Read more...