The housing market has been as hot as the day is long. Are we finally beginning to see a cooldown? Although the housing market is still expected to favor sellers, we may be at a tipping point. Prices have risen so dramatically that buyers appear to be backing off, and home sales seem to have …
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Summer Water Conservation Tips For Your Home and Garden
Being our most important natural resource, conservation of fresh water is a universal responsibility. Here are four simple ways that you may be able to reduce your fresh water footprint and save on your water bill. Use Less On Lawn Care Did you know that nearly 60% of a person’s water consumption may be used on lawn and garden …
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Fun Ways To Cool Down This Summer In Grand Rapids
If you’re a resident or visitor in the beautiful city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and you need to enjoy a quick, wet break from the summer heat, the Department of Parks & Recreation is proud to announce its list of splash pools, pads and water playgrounds that will help you cool down this summer! From …
7 Summer Home Maintenance Tips
Summer home maintenance tips to keep your home in top condition: 1. The laundry room These summer home maintenance tips are often neglected and skipping them leads to increased power usage from dirty filters and possible damage from water or fire. - Washer Check hoses for cracks or bubbles Clean filters and door gaskets Look […]
Many Talented Musicians to Perform at GRand Jazz Fest 2013
Attention, jazz music lovers: no need to lug a suitcase to Chicago or Detroit when you can get your fill of blue notes right here in Grand Rapids. No matter what your vacation plans are this summer, be sure to stick around for the weekend of August 17th and 18th for the second annual GRand …
Five of the Best Places for Families to Vacation This Summer
Summer family vacations can be a blast, but picking the right get-away spot can make the difference between a vacation to remember and a vacation you wish you could forget. The following five vacation spots should help you lay the groundwork for summer fun and relaxation. Walt Disney World (Orlando, Florida) You can’t go wrong with […]