Horlock House Opens a Dual Gallery Exhibition Information courtesy of The Arts Council of Brazos Valley The Arts Council of Brazos Valley (ACBV) announces their Navasota Artist in Residences’ new exhibit, on display at the Horlock House from August 5-September 9, 2021 Thursday-Sunday from 12 noon- … [Read more...]
Every Second Counts in a House Fire
Every Second Counts in a House Fire The College Station Fire Department encourages families to create and practice an escape plan. Article+Photos courtesy of | Stuart Marrs, CSFD Public Information Officer “House fires are burning hotter and faster than ever before,” says CSFD Fire Marshal Eric … [Read more...]
Scotty’s House Supports National Child Abuse Awareness Month
Scotty's House Supports National Child Abuse Awareness Month Information provided by Scotty's House April is recognized nationally as Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Scotty’s House Child Advocacy Center is raising awareness of the serious problem of child abuse and neglect in our community. … [Read more...]
6 Work From Home Must-Have Accessories!
6 Work From Home Must-Have Accessories! Article By Lizzie West Working from home is now part of everyday life for most families. Even if you are back in the office, there is likely a protocol for those people in desk jobs to transition to WFH if needed. And in those cases, you'll want to be … [Read more...]
Bring Boring Drawers & Cabinets Back To Life For A Few Bucks!
Bring Boring Drawers & Cabinets Back To Life For Only A Few Bucks! Article By | Lizzie West After being stuck in your homes last week, you may be getting tired of looking at your furniture and cabinets, some of us by candlelight. You may even have thought you need new furniture because of how … [Read more...]
Jen’s Advice to Newlyweds About Home Buying
Jen's Advice to Newlyweds About Home Buying Article + Photos Courtesy of | Jen Zweiacker of Zweiacker & Associates Dear Jen, My name is Kelsey, and this fall I'll marry my best friend and the love of my life, Trent. I have dreamed of my wedding day since I was a little girl... the dress, … [Read more...]
Small Strategic Updates and Expert Staging Can Yield Big Results When Selling a Home
Small Strategic Updates and Expert Staging Can Yield Big Results When Selling a Home Article + Photos courtesy of Jen Zweiacker, Zweiacker & Associates Home sellers often wonder whether to update their home before selling or sell it in its current condition. When thinking about updating, it … [Read more...]
Should You Be Concerned About Lead-Based Paint In Your Home?
Should You Be Concerned About Lead-Based Paint In Your Home? Article by | Jen Zwieacker, Zwieacker & Associates Frequently found in homes constructed before 1978, lead-based paint is toxic to humans and animals. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, lead from lead-based paint … [Read more...]
Reminder: The Arts Council Celebrates Artist Sunday November 29th
The Arts Council Celebrates Artist Sunday November 29th Information from The Arts Council of Brazos Valley The Arts Council will hold an Open House event November 29th from 1-4 p.m. at our facility to celebrate Artist Sunday. Artist Sunday is a national event helping artists and local businesses … [Read more...]
Teaching Your Children Where Their Food Comes From
Teaching Your Children Where Their Food Comes From Article By | Tamara Menges, Light Filled Home Since we bought our farmhouse three years ago, I have desired to grow a garden. There are so many lessons to be learned from the garden from patience to perseverance to dealing with disappointment … [Read more...]
What’s New In Kitchen Cabinets?
What’s New In Kitchen Cabinets? Article By | Nancy Mattia, CTW Features If you want to give your kitchen cabinets an updated look, think fun colors, textural inserts, and flat fronts While stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops receive most of the admiration in a kitchen … [Read more...]
5 Cool and Convenient Items You Need Right Now
5 Cool and Convenient Items You Need Right Now Article by Lizzie West In this new atmosphere of life, we are experiencing things through a new lens. This new perspective may have raised different needs within us we were previously unaware of up to this point. Having said that, these are definitely … [Read more...]
Where Homeowners Can Get Home Fix-it Funds
Where To Get Home Fix-it Funds There are ways to get your hands on the cash you need to repair your humble abode Article By | Erik J. Martin, CTW Features That roof is starting to leak. Your basement foundation is showing some troublesome cracks. The furnace doesn’t fire up quickly when you … [Read more...]
You Can Rearrange Your Space – VIRTUALLY!
You Can Rearrange Your Space - VIRTUALLY! Article by Lizzie West We are going on SIX months of social distancing and spending most of our time at home. It might be nice for something fresh, and the easiest way to get that feeling of a different atmosphere without spending a dime is to rearrange … [Read more...]
Indoor Garden Designs for All
Indoor Garden Designs for All Article By | Uma Campbell, The Money Pit Having a garden can be a great source of pride and fun, but when the weather turns chilly or if your home simply doesn’t allow space for a garden, its not always possible. The good news is that there’s always a way to have an … [Read more...]