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Your Charger Has a Secret Life: Fire Safety for the Battery Age

Most of us are living with a dozen or more lithium-ion batteries under one roof, and we rarely give them a second thought. That is exactly why the National Fire Protection Association picked this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme: “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.” Fire Prevention Week runs October 4 to […]

Before the Snow Flies: 10 Fall Activities Worth Getting Off the Couch For

Ask a local for their favorite season and a surprising number will say fall. The crowds thin out, the air gets crisp, the hillsides turn gold, and somewhere, someone is always frying up something with cinnamon on it. The catch? Fall is short. Blink, and the leaves are on the ground and the first snow is dusting the peaks. So here’s your game plan: ten ways to make the most of the season before it slips away.

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Get Your House Ready for Winter

As temperatures start to drop, now is the time to get ahead of winter weather instead of scrambling once the first freeze hits. A little maintenance in the fall can save you from costly repairs, higher energy bills, and unpleasant surprises later in the season. Here’s a simple checklist to work through before the snow flies.

September 2026 Events

Your next favorite event is closer than you think. Explore what’s happening across Idaho this month.

Labor Day: The Holiday That’s About a Lot More Than a Long Weekend

Every year, right around the time the aspens start thinking about turning gold and the kids are already a week or two back into school, we get a three-day weekend, fire up the grill, and call it Labor Day. But if you stopped ten people on the street and asked what Labor Day actually celebrates, you’d probably get a lot of shrugs and “isn’t it just the end of summer?”

How to Increase Your Home’s Value with Simple Upgrades

Improving your home’s value isn’t just about preparing to sell, it’s also about enhancing your living experience and making your space more enjoyable. Whether you’re looking to modernize your home, increase its functionality, or simply freshen things up, there are plenty of simple, cost-effective upgrades you can make. Here are some practical tips to help […]