Keep Those Pesky Mosquitoes Away This Summer

Blue flower rosemary. repel mosquitoes
Summer is a fun season. School is out. Days are spent at the pool or lake, and there exciting vacations. For all the fun that the season offers, it also brings mosquitos. Mosquitoes can leave awful bites on your skin that causes you to itch. What's worse is that mosquitoes... [read more]

Teach Your Kid How To Ride A Bike Like A Pro This Summer

Mom teaching her son biking at park
As your child starts to get older, they may want to learn how to ride a bike, so check out these tips for teaching your child how to ride a bike, according to Two Wheeling Tots. There are a variety of ways to teach a child how to ride a... [read more]

These Delicious Kabobs Are Sure To Impress

Grilled skewers with pineapple fruit and chicken meat sprinkled with sesame seeds, chilli pepper and fresh herbs on a black background
If you're looking for a recipe that tastes like summer, check out this delicious Hawaiian Chicken kabob recipe by She Wears Many Hats. This delicious and colorful recipe makes it an ideal meal for summertime. So start planning your next meal with this recipe in mind. Ingredients Oil or Grill Cooking... [read more]

Ways You Can Honor Veterans This Memorial Day

A young boy placing American flags on veterans graves at a veterans cemetery on Memorial Day.
Memorial Day is a special day to honor and remember the brave men and women who have lost their lives while serving in the United States armed forces. It is a day to pay tribute to their sacrifices and service to our country. This day is observed every year on... [read more]

Try Martin’s Downtown

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When heading out for a night of fun in downtown Roanoke, Virginia, one spot to check out is Martin's, a locally owned establishment that is acclaimed for its food, entertainment, and more. Customers can enjoy trivia, music bingo, karaoke, live bands, and, of course, award-winning food. Here is a sampling... [read more]

Treat Yourself And Your Loved Ones To Some Ice Cream

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Ice cream is a delicious, sweet treat that many people love to enjoy all year long, particularly in the spring and summer months. At Blue Cow Ice Cream Co., they are known for taking this frozen classic seriously. Their stated mission is to serve up smiles, and they do that... [read more]

Consider Starting Your Own Garden

Retired senior woman gardening in back yard
It's summertime, and with that comes yard care. So don't just stick to green grass this year; check out these gardening tips from Better Homes & Garden and get your yard looking its best. These simple and easy gardening tips will have you looking like a pro in no time.... [read more]

What’s The Difference Between Premium & Regular Gas?

An array of fuel pump options
In the world of fuel choices, there has been a lot of debate surrounding whether premium gasoline is worth the extra cost, or if regular gasoline will suffice for your vehicle. To understand the difference between premium and regular gasoline, we need to delve a bit deeper into their composition,... [read more]

Volunteer At Your Local Animal Shelter

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You don't have to be a pet owner to have a special place in your heart for domesticated animals. While you may not be ready to take on the responsibility of adoption right now, when you volunteer at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection, your help is greatly... [read more]

Throw Your Grad The Best Graduation Party

Hispanic Student And Family Celebrating Graduation Smiling And Hugging
Whether graduating from high school or college, your child just completed a wonderful milestone in their life. You want to honor their achievements. There is no better way to celebrate your student than with a party.  By Sophia Lee offers some fun graduation party ideas that you could implement in... [read more]