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Walls with flat paint can be challenging to clean because the paint finish is easily damaged. Here's how to do it the right way. Cleaning grimy floors and table surfaces is a no-brainer — but don't forget, walls get dirty too! Dust, scuff marks in high-traffic areas, and grease splatters in the kitchen are just a few of the issues lurking on walls. The paint finish will determine how easy or difficult cleaning your walls will be, and flat paint is by far the trickiest.

How to Clean Walls With Flat Paint

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Keep your furry companion happily fed with our hands-on tutorial on crafting a DIY Automatic Dog Feeder, ensuring your pet’s meals are always on time and hassle-free. Learn more: How to Make a DIY Automatic Dog Feeder.

How to Make a DIY Automatic Dog Feeder

Massachusetts State

Whether remodeling, adding on or building “from scratch,” building strong, stable walls is a priority of any construction project. Then, opening after opening is cut into these walls to accommodate windows, entry doors and patio doors we love. Strange, yes. But if these openings are created correctly, we never have to fear our walls or houses will collapse. And that “right way” means using the structural support system that has been developed over the years to keep houses solid and happy.

What Is Window Header Framing and How Does It Work?

A plumb and level are essential for various building tasks. Here are tips on how to use them. Whether you’re hanging a picture or framing a house, plumb and level is essential. These tips show how to use plumb bobs and levels for a wide variety of building and decorating tasks.

Master Using Levels and Plum Bobs with These 14 Tips

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Florida State

Akeena

Let’s dive into some recent restaurant drama involving Hooters, a chain that’s been a staple for many but now finds itself in a bit of a pickle. It seems the restaurant world’s rapid changes and evolving consumer preferences are proving tough for Hooters to handle, especially as they try to stay afloat in today’s competitive market.

Troubled chain shuts down Florida restaurants, fails to make crucial payment

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. If you’re a weird leaf blower fanatic like I am, chances are super high that you have heard of the Ego 765 CFM leaf blower. This blower has received rave reviews from everyone under the sun who has had the privilege of laying hands on it. And I am one of those people. I first tested this blower in 2022, and it has not left my side since. This Ego leaf blower is the Taylor Swift of leaf blowers right now—a popular star everyone wants to see in person.

Ego Leaf Blower Review: I Tried It, and Here’s What You Need to Know

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. We’re in the process of customizing a classic camper for a colleague. One of his first requests was for it to include a portable power station that could double as a home backup system so that when the grid goes down, he doesn’t lose his year’s stash of elk meat. So when we got the chance to test the new EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 power station, we were particularly excited to see if it would be a good fit for him, as well as for others wanting a versatile home backup system that’s relatively affordable.

We Tried the All-New EcoFlow Delta Pro 3: The Battery Generator to Power Your Entire Home

Looking to spruce up your backyard or patio area? We consulted with landscapers and designers to find the best outdoor furniture brands. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more. You don’t need to be a design expert to...

The Best Outdoor Furniture Brands, According to Experts

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Many of us love gardening and yard grooming, but few would say they love pulling weeds. Weed management is a nearly constant, labor-intensive activity that typically requires bending, stooping and kneeling to reach the weeds. The end result is usually a sore back, sore knees or both.

I Tried the Fiskars Deluxe Stand-Up Weeder and It Didn’t Break the Bank or My Back

Lumber prices impact much more than just the lumber industry. For homeowners, fluctuating lumber prices can alter budgets for home improvement projects, additions and new home construction plans. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of my customers decided to hold off on planned projects to wait for lumber prices to fall. Some asked me to explain rising lumber costs to them, which proved to be a complex process.

Lumber Prices Explained: What DIYers Need to Know

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

Smooth rough lumber, clean up sawn edges and reclaim salvaged boards with a wood planer. Nothing jazzes up a rail quicker than custom-planed spindles. And planing rough-cut 2x2s into crisp, clean spindles is a great way to get familiar with your planer. I usually make 2x2s from wider 2×4 or 2×6 lumber. It allows me to get better-looking spindles with crisp, square edges. Rip the boards to about 1-5/8 in. This will allow you to remove the saw marks and still have about a 1-1/2 in. thickness.

6 Tips for Using a Wood Planer Like a Pro

Arizona State

Santa Cruz County, AZ

Tucson, AZ

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According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Wednesday, 31 July 2024, Southern Arizona is expected to be lit up with monsoon thunderstorms and push northward into Pima, Santa Cruz, Cochise, and Pinal Counties over the course of the day. Gila and Southern Maricopa counties are also expected to experience some convection as the system moves through today. Some of these storms are likely to have severe parameters associated with them.

Severe monsoon thunderstorms with flooding to impact Southern Arizona on Wednesday

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(MA) Meet Love "Lovie" Island, an adorable Chihuahua and Rat Terrier mix pup who is ready to fill your life to the brim with, you guessed it, love! This pup, along with her doggie siblings, were owned and very well cared for before tragedy struck. Sadly, Lovie's owner passed away leaving her without a home. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England scooped Lovie up and placed her with a foster. Though she is happy at her foster home, Lovie hopes she will not have to wait long before she is scooped up one last time, but this time by her new family.

This Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Is Now Looking For A New Family

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. String trimmers are popular tools for lawn maintenance. They’re great for trimming grass around trees, fences and posts. Mowers can’t reach those missed corners, and a string trimmer can even edge along the pavement. Many string trimmers work with attachable tools and accept alternatives to string as the trimmer head.

I Tried the Ryobi Cordless String Trimmer and Will String Out the Details for You

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It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

If you’re looking to transform your outdoor space, or just looking to upgrade the space you currently have, the research stage can be overwhelming. You might find yourself tripping up over the plethora of terms that describe outdoor structures. Veranda, patio, lanai, what’s the difference between all of these terms? You can’t make any plans until you know what you’re working with.

What is a Veranda on a House, and What Makes it Different?

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Why Are Your Dishwasher Pods Not Dissolving?

Consumers love convenience. Is it smaller, easier, more efficient? Sign us up. Doing the dishes got three seconds faster once we compacted detergent into a pod,...

Why Are Your Dishwasher Pods Not Dissolving?

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