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Garden Tips
Spring Garden Tip: Growing Herbs
Mike and Donna discuss how to grow herbs in your garden.
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Garden Tip: Picking The Right Container
Spring is container weather -- and gardeners should make sure they have the right soil and container.
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Garden Tip: How To Grow Amazing Roses
Mike Darcy explains how using Black Gold soil conditioner will help you grow big healthy roses.
Garden Tip: Growing Vegetables In Containers
Garden Tip: Amend Your Soil
Garden Tip: Make Your Container Stand Out
Garden Tip: Choosing A Potting Soil
Garden Tip: Picking The Right Fertilizer
Spring Garden Tip: Break Roots Apart On Purchased Plants
Why Is It Important To Add Good Soil Conditioner?
The Green Home
Cabinets Can Be Environmentally Friendly, Too
Neil Kelly shows you how you can outfit your home with different lines of environmentally friendly cabinets.
Solar Panels Produce Electricity
Green Building Tips To Save Energy
Remodel Project As Green As It Gets
Quick Tips
Quick Tip: How To Store Paint
Dave shows you a method for storing paint so it will keep and be ready the next time you need it.
Dave's Quick Tip: Mounting Your Drill Charger
Laundry Detergent Makes A Difference In Septic Systems
Quick Tip: Where Is Your Water Main Shut-Off Valve?
Getting Rid Of Ivy
Home And Garden
How To Make A Safe Campfire
Planning on a camping trip? Stay safe when you're building your campfire.
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Best Of Oregon Food & Wine Festival
It's summer time and it's time to make some plans. Nicolle takes a look at the Oregon Food & Wine Festival.
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Visiting Cannon Beach
Are you planning a visit to the Oregon Coast? Kara takes in a fun day of horseback riding and then finds out where to stay.
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Group Replants Forest Around Mt. St. Helens
A local group is working to replant the forest surrounding Mount St. Helens.
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Find Perfect Grill For Barbecuing
It's officially barbecue season! Kara finds out how she can be the best barbecuer she can be.
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'Green' Power Tools Keep Your Lawn Tidy
Every homeowner wants to keep their lawn tidy -- Nicolle learns how you can do it in a green way.
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Put A Fireplace In Every Room
Remodeled Home Perfect For Coast Vacation
Update Your Kids' Bedrooms At My Kidz World
Whale Watching And More On Oregon Coast
How To Kid-Proof Your Fireplace
Where To Stay, What To Do On Oregon's Central Coast
Electric Fireplaces May Be Perfect Answer For Homeowners
Make A Romantic Getaway To Oregon Coast
Where To Stay In Newport
Home Wildfire Prevention
Ways To Keep Motorbikes, ATVs From Causing Fires
Officials explain how to safely operate and maintain motorbikes and all terrain vehicles so fires won't be caused.
Make Your Property More Fire-Resistant With Plants
Nicolle takes a look at the good, the bad and the ugly on how to make your home more fire-resistant with plants.
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Tips To Stay Safe While Barbecuing
May is National BBQ month -- and everyone should be armed with tips to stay safe while barbecuing.
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Four Easy Steps To Safely Get Rid Of Yard Debris
Malcolm Hiatt of the Oregon Department of Forestry explains the four steps to safely burn your yard waste.
Wildfire Prevention Week Ready For Kick-Off
The Evergreen Aviation Museum is celebrating Wildfire Prevention Week on Saturday, May 9.
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Health Topics & Information
Preventing Heart Disease
10 expert tips to promote a healthier heart. Learn why the “full-fat” version of food is often better than the “low-fat” version.
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Weight Loss Tips
9 Ways To Protect Your Eyes
Famous People With Bipolar Disorder
12 Foods That Stain Your Teeth
Landscaping Featured Stories
All About Xeriscape Gardening And Landscaping
It Pays To Clean Up Your Yard
Can You Remodel Your Yard?
Lawn And Garden Equity
An Improvement That Helps Your Neighborhood
How To Easily And Affordably Install A Pool
Now's The Time To Shop For Fall Bulbs
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Home Improvement
A Better Way To Clean, Stay Green
Living green doesn't mean you can't clean. Find out how to stay green while keeping your home clean.
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Why You Should Turn Your Home Into Your Workplace
Are you tired of rushing home after a long day of work? Find out why you should take your job to your home office.
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Energy
Ten Tips To Lower Home Energy Bills
Program Your Home For Energy Savings
Incandescent Bulbs Let You Leave The Lights On
Tips: Home Energy Checklist
How Much Energy Does Your Home Use?
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Gardening
Fall Daffodils Bring Many Spring Returns
The Allergy Sufferers' Guide To Gardening
Let Containers Star In Your Garden
How To Introduce Art Into Your Garden
Nurture Plants With Micro/Drip Irrigation
Keep Lawns, Gardens Lush This Summer
Revolutionary 'Wave' Petunia Turns 10
Good News For Gardeners: New Clematis Easy To Grow
Web Site Helps Gardeners Plant Like Professionals
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Deck and Patio
Deck Can Go From 'Autumn Drab' To 'Fall Fab'
Get Your Deck And House Ready For Winter - And Spring
Deck Repairs Increase Home Resale Values
Transition From Indoor To Outdoor Kitchen
Demand For Composite Decking On The Rise
Deck Maintenance Made Easier
Simple Ways To Increase Outdoor Living Space
Add Classic Styling To Porches And Patios
Make Outdoor Spaces More Inviting
Convert Area Under Deck Into Living Space
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Air Conditioning
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Your New Neighborhood
Your New Neighborhood: Ponte Cino In Clackamas
Take a look at 12 new townhomes in Clackamas.
Your New Neighborhood: Sunset Ridge
Meriwether Neighborhood In Woodland
Your New Neighborhood: Songbird In Felida And Taverner Ridge In Ridgefield
Home Decor Featured Stories
3 Simple Ways To Transform A Room On A Budget
Affordable Luxuries For Your Home
Decorate Your House For Cheap
Remodel Trend: Age In Place, With Style
How To Find Bargains On Antiques
Decorate Without Debt
Get More Years From Your Mattress
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My Home
Can Kids With Allergies Still Have Pets?
People and dogs have lived together for thousands of years, but their dander still irritates some people. What can you do if allergic kids want something cuddly in the house?
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Hypoallergenic Dogs
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Pet-Friendly Homes
Recyclers Warn Against Trashing Old TVs
Do You Let Your Pet Sleep In Your Bed?
What's Your Collection Worth?
Home Owners Try To Renovate For Pets
Owners Must Also Obey At Dog Parks
Turn Your Bathroom Into A Spa For $300
Expand Your Home Without Building
Cut Energy Bills With Easy Tips
Does Your Attitude Make Your Home Messy?
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Bathroom
Update Bathrooms Without Demolition
Get A Grip On Bathroom Storage
Bathroom Updates For Under $50
Mix And Match For Bathroom Design
Walk-In Baths Boon To Those With Limited Mobility
Bring The Islands To Your Bathroom This Summer
Indulgences Make Bathrooms Complete
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Bedroom
Tailor Your Home This Fall
Turn Bedrooms Into Relaxing Retreats
Build A Mahogany Bed
Make The Most Of Your Bedroom Space
Bedroom Decorating Trends Get Personal
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