In many areas, winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness. Make sure your four-footed family members stay safe and warm by following these simple guidelines!
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December 29, 2015 - Kathleen Hansen
Follow our tips to keep cats, dogs and horses safe and comfortable this winter.
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December 23, 2015 - Kathleen Hansen
While you are away this holiday season, use these tips to keep your home safe!
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December 16, 2015
There are plenty of potentially hazardous activities that go along with the holiday season and the start of winter, such as stringing up Christmas lights, navigating the icy roads, and hopping on those skis or other snow sports equipment, just to name a few. This is also the time of year when we break out the snow shovels and ice melt, so that we, and our neighbors and visitors, can safely navigate our walkways and sidewalks.
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December 15, 2015 - Kathleen Hansen
Falling snow can be picturesque, but it can also wreak havoc on the roads. While no one enjoys driving in snowy or slippery conditions, there are steps you can take to help improve your safety with these winter driving tips.
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December 15, 2015 - Kathleen Hansen
If you are in your 20's, you may not feel that it is necessary to buy life insurance. You are young and healthy, right? So what's the point? Well, very honestly, your 20's may be the perfect time to purchase life insurance -- keep reading to see why!
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December 13, 2015
We all want to be the one to find a gift that makes the holidays unforgettable for that special child in our lives. Whether you're a parent, aunt, neighbor or godparent, don't let your quest for holiday magic steer you towards a purchase that might be unsafe or inappropriate.
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December 9, 2015
Last week we talked about some important guidelines to follow for maintaining a holiday environment that's free from discrimination and harassment. Today's blog post is all about making your office party the best.
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December 3, 2015 - Kathleen Hansen
The holidays can be an expensive time of year with house guests, cooking large holiday meals, and the decorative lights pushing your utility bill through the roof.
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December 1, 2015
A Christmas tree is a non-negotiable tradition for many families during the holidays. But even those who look forward to those twinkling lights and strings of popcorn may have a small child or mischievous cat that makes having a tree difficult and sometimes even dangerous.
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November 25, 2015
Bringing a little holiday cheer into your business is usually welcomed by customers and employees alike. But if you're a business owner, it's important to remember that there are legal guidelines you must follow to maintain an environment that's free from discrimination and harassment. Aside from legal considerations, it's best practice to be respectful and inclusive of all staff and clients during the holidays. Here are some tips on how to do the holidays at work:
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