Turn Your Home Into A "Staycation."

Less than 5 weeks before school starts. If you don't have a vacation planned, here are some good ideas for a "Staycation!"

Teaching Your Teen About Money

What should you be teaching your teen about money? Here are some action steps to take with your teen child on their road to financial independence.

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 17-23

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 17-23

Life Insurance Myths Revealed

Don’t let common misconceptions about life insurance keep you from securing adequate coverage. Here, we dispel the myths and uncover the truths about the need for life insurance.

Hot Staging Trends for 2012

The clutter is cleared. The house is clean. Now, what accessories and accents can you use to make a room look fresh and modern?

Live from the Triangle -- Jazz in July Tonight

Jazz in July from the Waukee Triangel Food, Fun and great music

Why Your Family Should Host an AFS Exchange Student - A letter from an AFS host mom

AFS, a non profit organization, is seeking host families for high school exchange students in the Des Moines area. Hosting is a life changing experience for all involved!

Creating a Top-Notch TV Room

Your TV room is the most used room in the house, great tips on how to maximize the space.

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 10-16

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 10-16

Creating a Home Inventory – What Have You Got to Lose?

To go along with the article on home security and protecting your assets, here is a few quick tips.

Waukee is Growing....Again!

More good news for the city of Waukee!

Cool Architecture for HOT Summers

A few ideas on keeping cool in your home!

Is Being Healthy A Choice?

Health is not merely a roll of lucky genetics. Rather health is our responsibility (ability to respond) to the many choices we have day in and day out.

5 Things You Might Not Know About America's Independence

Celebrating our history with 5 interesting facts about the 4th of July.

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 3-9

Central Iowa Grocery Deals July 3-9

Protection from the Unpredictable

Life is unpredictable and sometimes accidents do happen. So how can you protect against it?

Max Life Fitness and Nutrition Launches New Youth Summer Program, Max PUMP, starting July 10!

Youth summer program for ages 6-17, promoting Nutrition, Strength, Functional/Everyday Movements, Self-Confidence, Fitness Challenges, AND FUN!

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 26-July 2

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 26-July 2

Use Rubber Bands for Simple Household Repairs

Free your discarded rubber bands from the junk drawer—they’re needed elsewhere.

Passing On More Than Traditions

Deciding how to pass on the family farm can be a sensitive topic. After all, a family business is not handed down through the generations as easily as heirlooms and traditions.

Making White Work in your Home

White on White? How you can make it work in your home.

Keeping Your Home Safe While You Are Away

How to keep your home safe while on vacation

Central Iowa Grocery Deals: June 19-25

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 19-25

Waukee Family YMCA Rugby to Kick-Off next week

After two successful free Trial Days, the Waukee Family YMCA will start it's first-ever Youth Rugby program next week.

Tuesdays On the Triangle

Free concert tonight at 7pm

Four Financial Steps to Better Money Management

During uncertain economic times, it’s common to take stock of your financial situation and look for areas of improvement. A few basic management rules can improve your financial times.

Happy Father’s Day…5 Different Tools for 5 Different Dads

Last minute ideas for Father's Day.

Midwest Paranormal Investigation Society To Host Guests On A Ghost Hunt

Ever wanted to go on a Ghost Hunt? Do you have what it takes? Here's your chance!

5 Super-Huge Homes for Sale

Curious to see what Michael Jordan's 29 million dollar home offers? It's on the market along with these other huge homes.

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 12-18

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 12-18

Summer Pay Day

Sharing basic money management skills can lay the groundwork for financial security later on … and some extra cash at the end of the summer.

The Ripple Effect on Remodel Projects

If you've ever done a remodel you know how easily it is go over budget. Here is one sneaky way it happens.

Discover Des Moines on your Bicycle

Looking for a fun summer activity?

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 5-11

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ June 5-11

Beginning Your Life

As you prepare for a long future ahead, ensure that you and your spouse enjoy a secure financial future by considering your changing needs.

Catholics Should Consider Mullen For Senate

Thoughts from a Catholic wife and mother on the pro-life issue in the Senate District 22 race.

The Incredible (and Sometimes Edible) Living Wall

A few interesting and new ideas to grow a garden

Water Heater Issues: Repair or Replace? Traditional or Tankless?

Water Heater Woes and How to Fix Them!

Seasonal Allergies or the Common Cold?

Seasonal allergies are hitting people hard. Is that what's causing your symptoms?

Central Iowa Grocery Deals: May 29-June 4

Blogger Julia Simpson gives readers her favorite central Iowa grocery deals for the week of May 29 - June 4.