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Patch's House & Home
Three Cs to an Organized Dorm Room
It's back to school time, and some of you will be sending a young adult off to college this year. If you are in this position, it may seem like an overwhelming task so here are a few tips...
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Patch's House & Home
Ran Into Some Termites the Other Day...
While working at a project last week off Hanley Rd., we ran into an issue which is more common than many people realize. Termite damage was lurking just under the surface when we removed ...
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Patch's House & Home
Learn to Get Your Plants and Gardens Through the Heat
I think we are all pretty tired of this extreme heat and lack of rain. Every gardener that I know, feels as if their hoses might as well be permanently attached to their arms! I know I do...
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Patch's House & Home
Tips For Keeping Your Home Cooler During the Summer Months
A Few Simple Ideas To Keep Your Home Cooler This Summer There's no need for me to reiterate what we all already know. The past week was a total scorcher outside! If you are like most...
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News
Japanese Beetles: Have They Invaded Your Garden?
Japanese beetles are invading, according to the University of Missouri Extension service, and gardeners should be on the lookout. The service said the beetles are about three weeks e...
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Patch's House & Home
Greeting Card Guilt—What to Do?
Have you ever wondered what you should do with the greeting cards you receive for your birthday or other holiday? You set them on the mantle to display them, and months later they're stil...
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Patch's House & Home
A Little Shade Can Go A Long Way To Save Energy
A Little Shade Can Go a Long Way To Save Energy Very soon, the hot days of summer will be upon us. If you’re thinking of ways to reduce your summer energy bills, you might consider i...
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Schools
Parkway North Science Teachers Earn $15k Grant
A Parkway North High School science teacher just got an cash influx for a vegetable and herb garden. Emerson, a manufacturing and technology company, awarded Russ Barton and Lorrie Crosse...