Articles
10 Things You’re Leaving Outside That Attract Raccoons Fast (And How To Keep Them Away)
Raccoons are drawn to your yard by common items like pet food, garbage, bird feeders, and even fallen fruit. To keep them away, secure…
July 29, 2025Latest articles
Fresh from Mayor Boss
Read. Understand. Feel informed.
Household Tips and Life Hacks
7 Houseplants That Will Blossom in Your Kitchen
Certain houseplants thrive in kitchens because they can handle humidity, varying temperatures, and indirect light. The best kitchen plants add color, purify the air,…
July 26, 2025
Articles
How To Prepare for a Flood
To prepare for a flood, know your local risk, have an emergency kit ready, create a family plan, protect your home, and stay informed…
July 25, 2025
Household Tips and Life Hacks
How To Get Rid of and Prevent Mold in the Shower
To get rid of mold in your shower, scrub all visible mold with a solution of white vinegar or hydrogen peroxide, rinse well, and…
July 25, 2025
Garden
If You See These Signs in Your Lawn, Your Grass May Not Last Much Longer
If you notice brown patches, thinning grass, visible weeds, spongy ground, excessive thatch, or unusual mushrooms in your lawn, these are warning signs that…
July 23, 2025
Garden
How to Speed Up Tomato Ripening in Your Garden
Want your tomatoes to turn red faster? Use these proven tricks to help them ripen quicker and stay healthy till harvest. Tomatoes are one…
July 22, 2025
Articles
Never Water Your Garden at This Time of Day
Never water your garden during the hottest part of the day, usually between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Doing so can cause water to…
July 22, 2025
Articles
What Lids Should Not Be Used for Canning: You Definitely Didn’t Know About This
Not all lids are safe for canning. Using the wrong lid can ruin your preserved foods or even put your health at risk. Avoid…
July 22, 2025
Articles
Put Coffee Grounds in Your Fridge. Here’s Why
Placing coffee grounds in your fridge helps absorb and eliminate unwanted odors, keeping your refrigerator smelling fresh and clean. Why Does Your Fridge Smell…
July 21, 2025
Articles
How to Eliminate That Nasty Garbage Smell in Your Kitchen for Good
To eliminate garbage smells in your kitchen for good, clean your trash can regularly, use odor-absorbing materials like baking soda, take out the trash…
July 21, 2025
Garden
How to Use Wood Ash to Fertilize Cucumbers for a Bountiful Harvest
Wood ash is a natural fertilizer rich in calcium, potassium, and phosphorus that can help cucumbers grow stronger and produce more fruit. Apply it…
July 21, 2025
Garden
Vinegar, Dish Soap and Salt Make a Great Homemade Weed Killer—Here’s How to Use It
To kill weeds naturally, mix vinegar, dish soap, and salt in a spray bottle. Spray directly onto the weeds on a sunny day. This…
July 21, 2025