Porch pirates are out in force during all seasons. While the holidays present more tempting targets, there is no time of year that is safe from people out to steal packages left on porches across the country. Unfortunately, current arrest rates for these thefts are low. Even with the widespread use of surveillance cameras and Ring security monitors in place, less than 10 percent of reported thefts ever result in arrests. Read the rest of this entry »

With the wide proliferation of automatic starters for cars and trucks, many Americans are convinced that it is good for your car to warm the engine before driving in winter. The truth is the opposite. While once upon a time, before fuel-injected engines, this was the way to go. The older carburetors required idling time to warm up so the car would run smoothly. Modern fuel injection ended the need for this practice back in the 1980s and 1990s.

Is Idling Bad for Your Car?

The sad reality is that idling in winter may make your car’s interior more comfortable and allow you to defrost your windows before setting off, but it isn’t exactly good for your car, your wallet, or the planet. Here’s what you need to know about idling in winter.

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Today, over 5.7 million individuals have been impacted by Alzheimer’s and presently there are more than 16.1 million caregivers to Alzheimer’s patients in the U.S., based on recent statistics by the Alzheimer’s Association.  National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and National Family Caregivers Month happens annually in November. That month is dedicated to the awareness of the disease and to honor the caregivers who are there for people with Alzheimer’s, and more.

But the awareness goes beyond the month of November. Some ways that you can become involved with the cause during the year include. Read the rest of this entry »