Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a state of emergency across the entire state ahead of the arrival of the current winter storm, and requested a federal emergency declaration from the White House to establish additional resources for communities impacted. “Every part of the state will face freezing conditions […]
CleverJourneys offers readers the following tips for preventing property damage during freezing weather: Before Freezing Weather Wrap all exposed pipes located outside or in unheated areas of the home. Remove garden hoses from outside faucets. Insulate outside faucets with Styrofoam cover, rags or paper. Cover vents around the […]
by Loralyn Bailey Dennis Here in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, over an hour northwest of San Antonio, we look forward to the spectacular wildflowers each Spring. In the 1960s, First Lady Ladybird Johnson worked to improve the beautification of Washington, D.C. by having bulbs and trees planted […]
Big Tech has launched a major assault on Americans’ right to free speech. In their most audacious attack, some of the most powerful big businesses in America joined together to force Parler off the Internet. Parler, a social media site that rejects Twitter’s censorship policies, had millions of […]
There are roughly 156,000 car accidents in the U.S. during the winter season. Of those crashes, 76,000 people will be injured, and 1,300 will lose their lives. The three major causes of winter driving accidents are: 1. Spin Out Collisions 2. Rear End Car Crashes 3. Lane Drifting […]
In our neck of the woods–the Texas Hill Country, over an hour northwest of San Antonio–we usually have to travel to see winter snow. Wouldn’t you know it? The one year San Antonio experienced a whopping 13.5 inches of snow in 1985, the International Airport had loaned their […]
Tonight, Ivanka Trump shined a spotlight on a newly announced “$2.5 billion Ocean Plastics Initiative to reduce plastic waste, about 150 million tons of plastic in the world’s oceans, and marine debris in oceans and waterways.” The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) said Tuesday it aims to […]
When pests invade your home or business, it’s helpful to know what you’re dealing with, the problems they cause, and how to get rid of them. Here’s some information on a variety of the most common pests found throughout the United States, with some emphasis in and around […]
Indoor house plants can make a world of difference in your health. From improving your indoor air quality to soothing your dry and irritated skin, you simply can’t go without some of these greenery items in your bedroom. Choose one 10- to 12-inch potted plant per 100 square […]
I miss rain. When I was seven, we lived on West Ansley in south San Antonio. Three Dennis families, lived side by side, with six acres among us. It was my last innocent summer in many ways. In just a few months Blackie, my devoted Cocker Spaniel would […]
Following the severe weather and flooding in South Texas during Hurricane Hanna, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton today warned that state law prohibits price gouging in the wake of a declared disaster. Under state law, once the governor issues a declaration, vendors are prohibited from charging exorbitant prices for necessities such as […]
Introducing a child to fishing can lead to a lifetime of adventures and experiences for both you and your child. RVers, campers and roadtrippers can enhance the memories for younger travelers by just fishing together. Here’s some tips and ideas for presenting the world of fishing to children. […]
