Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Washington, DC

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Without making any major structural changes, the designers of this small kitchen have made classic, yet style-forward choices that have revolutionized the space

Before and After — A Small, Old-Fashioned Kitchen Transformed by Timelessly Elegant Cabinets

Gardening Know How

Learn about some cheap patio paver ideas to transform a bit of outdoor space into a convenient courtyard or outdoor living area. Use your imagination.

Cheap Patio Paver Ideas For An Inexpensive Backyard Oasis

Transitional style is a blend of traditional and modern elements to create a warm, inviting, and timeless feel. Transitional-style living rooms are comfortable, cohesive, and stylish in an understated way, making them a popular design choice. From furniture to wall paint, rugs, neutral colors, statement lighting, and layered textures, designing...

22 Transitional Living Room Ideas to Mix Modern and Traditional Style Perfectly

Window treatments provide the ultimate finishing touch that pulls a space together. They're an often overlooked room element, but interior designer Mimi Meacham stresses the importance of choosing the right option. "Window treatments are important for shade and privacy, but they're also a key element of your overall design and should be treated as such," she says. To help you pick new window treatments or update your existing coverings, interior designers and window experts are sharing the most popular window treatment trends they're seeing this year.

8 Window Treatment Trends That Are Everywhere in 2024

If you’re a homeowner or an outdoor living enthusiast, you’re in for a treat. In this comprehensive blog post, you’ll discover the latest trends in contemporary pergola designs, the various styles and materials to consider, practical tips on installation, lighting options, and creative landscaping ideas to integrate your pergola into an outdoor living space.

The Ultimate Guide to Modern Pergola Patio Designs

Do you feel like your outdoor space is looking a little sad and boring? Do you wish you could transform it to make it more appealing?. Your patio is an extension of your home, and the right design choices can make it an inviting and stylish retreat. Whether you want a cozy spot or a lively area, a patio makeover can improve your outdoor living experience.

9 Stylish Design Ideas for Your Patio

Real Homes

Want to know whether wooden cabinets are outdated or not? Interior designers explain whether or not to use this style and how to decorate with them

Are wooden cabinets outdated? Interior designers weigh in on whether to shut the door on this style

Sleeper chair beds aren’t just for guests — you have to look at them too! Here are 12 so stylish that even I, a picky style editor, would gladly welcome into my own home

12 Stylish Sleeper Chair Beds to Transform Spare Corners into Cozy Bedrooms

Chicago, IL

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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?

A bed is often just a bed, but transform it into a quiet, perched nook with walls and intentional design details and you’ve got yourself a whimsical, inviting reprieve. Meet the alcove bed. This type of bed is often tucked into a small niche or unused corner, allowing you to maximize space while infusing a bit of charm. Alcove beds are great for actual sleeping, or they can become a destination for reading or quietly slipping away from the world. They’re also a fun choice for a child’s bedroom, making a "big kid" bed feel much more exciting.

11 Alcove Bed Ideas for a Cozy and Inviting Space

Virginia State

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History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Kylie Jenner is known for her refined style, which she has brought into her dining room beautifully. Designers share why they love it and how to recreate it

Kylie Jenner's dining room is filled with modern and cozy touches — the sophisticated style goes beyond trends

Spending time outdoors is the highlight of summer, and if your go-to spot to soak in the sun’s rays is your own backyard, you need the right furniture pieces to ensure relaxation. Luckily, our Better Homes & Gardens line at Walmart has so many patio furniture sets, fire pits, and outdoor decor currently on sale for up to 51% off.

Walmart Quietly Dropped Deals on BHG Patio Furniture and Fire Pits—Starting at $40

Homes & Gardens

Super versatile and a well-loved tool in an interior designer's arsenal, chik blinds are having a real moment. Here's why I'm sold on these sun-filtering blinds

I've just ordered this retro window treatment for my sunroom – here's how interior designers convinced me chik blinds are back

New York City, NY

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

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Walmart Is Selling a 'Very Pretty' $300 Glider Bench for Just $170, and Shoppers Call It a 'Haven of Relaxation'

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Give Your Front Porch a Summertime Makeover With These 30 Amazon Decor Deals—All Under $50

Just because your patio space is on the smaller side doesn't mean that you can't turn it into a luxurious outdoor oasis. Here, we've spoken with interior designers who share some of their top tips for making a patio into an elegant-looking spot for relaxing and entertaining. Follow their lead and then get ready to host all of the al fresco get-togethers for the coming months.

6 Designer Tips for Creating a Small Luxurious Patio You'll Love to Entertain In

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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30 Fire Pit Seating Ideas for Great Socializing

A fire pit in the backyard is a smart idea. It creates the perfect setting for outdoor entertainment. Serving as an excellent focal point, the fire...

30 Fire Pit Seating Ideas for Great Socializing

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