Identifying why your window AC isn't blowing cold air is the first step in restoring comfort to your living space. Troubleshooting a window AC unit yourself can help you determine if it's a simple problem such as a clogged filter or a more complex issue like a control panel. Then, if you're unable to fix the AC unit yourself, you can at least decide whether it's best to call a professional for repair or replace the unit.

Why Is Your Window AC Not Blowing Cold Air? 5 Reasons Why and How to Fix It

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Durham, NC

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A popular Triangle restaurant is closing another one of its locations. Beyu Caffé shared on social media it is shutting down its Boxyard RTP location. This comes weeks after closing its downtown Durham restaurant.

Popular North Carolina restaurant announces closure of another one of its locations

A 10x10 kitchen remodel costs an average of about $24,000. Depending on the grade of materials you choose, it can cost anywhere from $15,000 to $50,000. A 10x10 kitchen is a standard size in many homes. Ten feet wide by 10 feet long, it is large enough to include all of the basic elements of a kitchen yet small enough to fit in most homes.

How Much Does a 10x10 Kitchen Remodel Really Cost?

A well-loved couch can be subject to lots of embarrassing wear and tear. Worse yet, accidents happen that could ruin this living room staple. For example, pee stains are surprisingly common. Whether it’s from a pet or a person, such stains are easily cleanable with store-bought or homemade solutions.

How to Get Pee Stains and Smells Out of Your Couch Quickly

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Going on vacation? Give your luggage a little tub time.

Why You Should Always Put Your Luggage in the Hotel Bathtub

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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There are many videos and guides online that can tell you how to remove scratches from your car using home remedies and other unorthodox methods. A few of these would be good if you're in a pinch and want to clear up minor scratches on your car but don't have much time or money for repairs that require expensive products.

How To Remove Scratches From A Black Car: 3 Proven Methods

The days of guesstimating how much detergent you need to add to your load are over. Laundry detergent sheets are an eco-friendly, liquidless, and lightweight alternative to traditional laundry detergent and laundry pods. By switching, you ditch those heavy detergent bottles and clean up to one large load with something that resembles a dryer sheet.

The 5 Best Laundry Detergent Sheets of 2024

If brown patches suddenly pop up in your lawn in the middle of summer, the most likely culprit is a fungal disease called, "brown patch." Grass turns brown when it's no longer receiving the proper nutrients, so this could be caused by the disease, underwatering, overwatering, or overfertilization. Brown patches...

5 Simple Fixes for Brown Patches on Your Lawn

The carpets in your home experience a lot of foot traffic from day to day. Plus, depending on what room they're in, spills and stains aren't uncommon. Over time, these factors can lead to unpleasant odors taking root in the fibers of your rugs. But with just a few common household ingredients, like baking soda and vinegar, you can remove these odors and keep them from coming back. Ahead, experts share their favorite methods for deodorizing carpets.

5 Easy Ways to Deodorize Carpets So They Always Smell Fresh

A soft, sink-in mattress that cradles your body to lull you into a deep sleep...sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? And that’s why memory foam mattresses have gained such a huge reputation over the years. Memory foam was developed in the 1960s by NASA-funded researchers who were looking...

The best memory foam mattresses for comfort and support

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  Want to level up your outdoor living space this summer? Head on over to Walmart -- the Walmart website that is -- because we found a fantastic deal on a top-rated rattan patio furniture set. CBS Essentials readers are going crazy for it: It's our bestselling patio set of 2024. And right now, it's just $175 -- the lowest price we've ever seen it offered at -- as one of Walmart's...

Walmart's bestselling patio furniture set has never been cheaper

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How Often Do You Really Need to Wash Your Sheets?

Kentucky State

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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Where does your household stand in this debate? Hint: there's only one winner.

Do you save more water using a dishwasher or hand-washing dishes?

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

We’ve all been there: you’re swapping out your towels just before your shower when suddenly you notice that your seemingly clean towels have a musty, mildew smell. Though the odor is offputting and may inspire a desire to toss your towels, rest assured—getting the mildew smell out is easier than you might think.

How to Get Mildew Smell Out of Towels, According to Laundry Experts

Homes & Gardens

It seems like such a good idea to paint my stairs in a dark color - but reality and experts have both taught me it really wasn't

I regret painting my staircase this 'on trend' color – and experts agree I've made a mistake

Holes that suddenly appear in your lawn can be unsightly and problematic, interrupting your manicured grass and posing a trip hazard. To remedy the situation, you need to know what’s causing the holes but in many cases, the insects or animals causing the situation do their work at night or out of sight.

Holes in Your Yard, But No Mounds? 8 Causes and What to Do About Them

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6 Warning Signs to Look Out for Before Buying a New Dishwasher, Pros Say

Wondering whether or not it's time to replace your dishwasher? Be on the lookout for these six telltale warning signs that you may want to say...

6 Warning Signs to Look Out for Before Buying a New Dishwasher, Pros Say

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