There’s cold and then there’s “COLD”! The last few years have shown us that Texas is not immune from dangerous, widespread cold snaps. Here’s how you can prepare your home for such events while saving precious resources during a critical time.

The new year is a good time to make some changes. Most resolutions are based on personal goals or growth, but by the third week of January many of us are already finding excuses to skip the gym or make time to learn that new language. Why not try dedicating some of your new year energy to the planet? It’s the perfect time to think of ways you could have a more positive impact on the environment.

Here are 12 green resolutions anyone can add to their day-to-day routine: 

Many Texans love to decorate trees in public parks, along highways, or along sidewalks to celebrate the holidays. While it seems like a festive activity, is it really a good idea?

The holiday season is a time to spread joy and cultivate creativity. For young students, crafting can be an excellent way to develop their artistic skills, express themselves, and have fun. Moreover, incorporating recyclable items can teach young learners about sustainability and environmentalism. Below we will look at some examples of holiday crafts that can be done in the classroom with young to older students. These eco-friendly crafts are not only fun and festive but also promote sustainability and creative thinking. 

Autumn is a great time to start getting your home ready for the winter months. Preparing now will reduce energy consumption, keep you warmer, and save you money during the chilly season. Here are a few effective ways to ready your home: 
 

It’s the same thing every year. You’ve spent hours preparing a bountiful meal for your family and friends, but now you’ve got an array of leftovers in your fridge. What are you going to do with that extra turkey? The container full of mashed potatoes? Aunt Myrtle’s cranberry sauce? 

Winter is coming! (Where have we heard that phrase before?) Is your HVAC system ready to make the switch to cold weather?

When it comes to disposing of food waste, many of us have developed the habit of simply rinsing it down the kitchen sink. However, food items can cause serious problems in our plumbing system, leading to clogs, blockages, and even damage. That’s the last thing you want to deal with when hosting family members during the holiday season. We will explore some surprising food items that should never go down the drain and provide alternative methods for disposing of them effectively and responsibly.  

Fall is on the way and with that comes football season and, in Texas, that means one thing—tailgating. If you aren’t familiar with tailgating, it’s very simple, you park at or near the stadium and prepare to cheer on your team. How does one tailgate? Another simple answer. Gather your group to share eating and drinking while watching the pregame shows and talking predictions. As you can imagine, such a gathering can leave quite a large footprint behind, but what if that didn’t have to be the case? What if there were ways to help eliminate that footprint?

Summer means kids at home, hot temperatures, and finding ways to fill in the time. Is your home ready for what summer has in store? If you aren’t sure or have no idea, don’t fret, below are some tips we have gathered to help you in maintaining your home this summer. Once you read each tip, you can print this useful checklist as a reminder!