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A pinecone tree project is one of the most magical Christmas crafts for kids. As shown below, it’s fun and super easy to make with a few supplies and materials available in your backyard. Supplies / Materials Required Pinecones Hot glue gun Wooden or cardboard stars Slices of wood Acrylic paint (green, yellow, red, blue,Read more

Teen drivers learn by watching you. Always set a good example when your teen rides with you. Safe driving habits are easily learned if they observe them in those they ride with. When they finally get behind the wheel on their own, set a few solid rules for them to follow. Monitor their driving habitsRead more

Renters insurance provides you the same basic coverage as a traditional homeowners’ policy without covering the structure of your home. Most renters’ policies include some form of liability coverage as well as coverage for your personal possessions. There are many common questions about renters insurance. Talking to a reputable agent is the best way toRead more

As a pet owner, you need to ensure that your pet does not suffer from heat exhaustion this summer. Though your pet insurance may cover you for medical emergencies, you can avoid such health scares by following a few simple steps. Provide Them Plenty of Water Always keep your pet’s bowls filled with water. YouRead more

Watch out for these potential issues when buying a used car. If you are trying to save money, then buying a used car is a great budget option.  However, purchasing a used car carries more risk than buying a brand-new vehicle.  To ensure that that you don’t end up buying a clunker, here are someRead more

Your kids will love this fun and festive treat. With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, you may be looking for ways to celebrate with your family.  For a fun and tasty way to get into the spirit of things, have your kids help you prepare this sweet treat! Leprechaun Bait Ingredients: 2 cupsRead more

Let’s get baking! February is National Bake for Family Month!  Want to bake up something sweet and delicious for your loved ones this month?  Then try out this delicious recipe for blueberry lemon cake. Blueberry Lemon Layer Cake Serves: 8-10 Ingredients: 1 (15.25oz) box vanilla cake, plus ingredients called for on the box Juice andRead more

Don’t get confused by these common real estate terms. If you are in the process of buying your first home, then the learning curve can be very steep.  One of the things that may be throwing you for a loop is the unfamiliar terms and phrases that your realtor keeps throwing out.  To minimize yourRead more

Try out these organizational tips for your home. While you may want to get organized this year, getting started can seem overwhelming.  This is especially true if your home is filled with clutter and is messy from all your holiday events.  To help you jumpstart your organizational journey, here are some suggestions to try out.Read more

The Winners are as follow: 1st Place ($100.00) Steven O. of Lombard 2nd Place ($75.00) Jeff B. of Lombard 3rd Place ($50.00) Thao N. of Glen Ellyn 4th Place ($25.00) Dan & Carol M. of Bloomingdale,  ($25.00) Maria H. of Glen Ellyn, ($25.00)  Rita M. of Lombard, ($25.00)  Lauren L. of Lombard, ($25.00) Diane L.Read more