Keep Roads Safe: Use These Tips to Stop Driving Distracted Article By | StatePoint Media Driving fatalities in the United States are at the highest point since 2008, yet new research reveals that many are unaware of the enhanced risk and are actively making choices that increase the danger on … [Read more...]
City of College Station Independence Day Closures & Safety Tips
City of College Station Independence Day Closures & Safety Tips Information courtesy of City of College Station Most City of College Station offices and facilities are closed Monday for Independence Day. Solid Waste and recycling collections will operate as normal. Closed facilities … [Read more...]
Packing a Safe Lunch
Packing a Safe Lunch Article Courtesy of | Texas A&M AgriLife Extension https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/library/health-nutrition/packing-a-safe-lunch/ Taking your lunch to school or work is a great way to save money. It is also a good way to use leftovers from last night’s dinner. When … [Read more...]
Tips to Ensure a Safe, Seamless Shopping Experience this Holiday Season
Tips to Ensure a Safe, Seamless Shopping Experience this Holiday Season Article By | StatePoint Media (StatePoint) Despite the recent resurgence of COVID-19, many consumers are more comfortable shopping at brick-and-mortar stores compared to last year, and experts are predicting substantial … [Read more...]
How To Keep Your Dog Cool In The Summer
How To Keep Your Dog Cool In The Summer Information courtesy of College Station Parks & Recreation It’s not called the dog days of summer for nothing – especially in Texas. When the ancient Greeks and Romans studied the sky, they noticed Sirius – the Dog Star – rose with the sun from early … [Read more...]
5 COVID-Safe Activities to Enjoy Right Now
5 COVID-Safe Activities to Enjoy Right Now Article Courtesy of | StatePoint Media With the start of 2021 behind us, it’s time to start fresh, create new habits and take on new skills. Whether your goal is to get outdoors more to enjoy the fresh air or to learn a new instrument, develop a plan to … [Read more...]
Suzanne’s School of Dance Becomes First Area Studio To Earn Safety Certification
Suzanne's School of Dance Becomes First Area Dance Studio To Earn Safety Certification Information and photo courtesy of Suzanne's School of Dance Suzanne's School of Dance (SSD) has become the first dance studio in the region to achieve Youth Protection Advocates in Dance certification. The … [Read more...]
CSFD Shares Summer Safety Suggestions
CSFD Shares Summer Safety Suggestions Firefighters Weight In on Summertime Safety Article Courtesy of Stuart Marrs, CSFD Captain The Spring of 2020 was defined by a viral pandemic, grocery store panic, and homeschool pandemonium. Our community quickly adapted to social distancing, mask-wearing, … [Read more...]
Five Ways a Home Security System Can Save You Money
Five Ways a Home Security System Can Save You Money Article By | Christy Matte When you think of a home security system, what do you imagine? You may picture loud alarms going off as someone tries to break into your house and maybe fire protection, too. But, today’s systems are much more than … [Read more...]
14 Days To A Cleaner House
14 Days To A Cleaner House Article By | Lizzie West It looks like we are going to be stuck at home for the majority of our time for the next few weeks at least. Who’s to say that time has to be spent feeling mopey and down about our inconveniences? This could be a great time to work on all those … [Read more...]
4 Ways a Parent-Controlled Router Can Keep Your Kids Safe Online
4 Ways a Parent-Controlled Router Can Keep Your Kids Safe Online (And How to Pick One) Article By | Linsly Donnelly – SVP of Consumer & Parent Operations at Security With the internet touching practically every aspect of kids’ lives, keeping them safe online is a growing concern for many … [Read more...]
MatureWell: Cooking Safety for Seniors
MatureWell: Cooking Safety for Seniors Courtesy of CHI St. Joseph Health Did you know adults over the age of 65 have a higher risk of injury in the kitchen due to various conditions that come with age? Or that older adults have thinner skin that burns more easily than younger skin? Fortunately, … [Read more...]
Winter Safety: Tips From Your Local Fire Department
Winter Safety: Tips From Your Local Fire Department Article By | College Station Fire Department The winter months are a great time of year! A reprieve from the Texas heat is a welcome change, and for some lucky kids and adults, snow may blanket the ground and provide a place for snowmen to be … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Children’s Toy Safety Guide
The Ultimate Children's Toy Safety Guide Article Courtesy of | CHI St. Joseph Hospital The holidays are right around the corner, which means you’ve probably begun looking for the perfect gifts for all of your loved ones. But when shopping for youngsters, the toy aisle can be intimidating, to say … [Read more...]
A New (AND BLUE!) Tradition this Halloween – What does it mean?
A New (AND BLUE!) Tradition this Halloween - What does it mean? Article + Photos by Lizzie West We have all seen the traditional orange jack-o-lantern treat buckets used all along our sidewalks and doorsteps at Halloween. Recently, we have also seen them showing up in TEAL to alert us to kiddos … [Read more...]