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Winter is here, and with it, higher utility bills. You all know better than anybody that staying warm in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Baltimore is a constant grind. Below zero temperatures and blustering winds make it a full-time job. But there are ways to keep your apartment warm without worrying about how you’re going to pay…
2020 has been a doozie. Unfortunately, it shows no sign of letting up for the holiday season, which means we have to do what we humans do best and make lemonade out of lemons. For many of us, the pandemic means we can’t see our loved ones. But just because we can’t see them in…
The COVID-19 crisis has caused many of us to rethink the importance of in-home air quality. Before, you might not have thought about how dust might affect your immune system, or how an air purifier can reduce your risk of inhaling harmful pathogens. But now, in-home air quality is more important than ever. Read on…
Life comes at you quickly, and so does the first of the month. Amid an unpredictable, chaotic year, it’s understandable why people might have some difficulty saving money. An estimated 40 million people have lost their jobs during COVID-19, and the number will probably increase. The good news is, organizations and tools can help you…
2020 has been a historic year for so many reasons it's hard to recount them all. But one of the most significant shifts we've seen has been in the housing market. The pandemic has created such uncertainty it's hard to imagine which way the market is trending. In times like these, we have no other…
It's safe to say most of you have heavy hearts about the cancellation of all mass summer and fall activities. Even though it's for the benefit of public health, you're most likely scratching your heads trying to decide what to do with your time. So how do we responsibly have fun during this socially distanced…
The leaves are changing, and the temperature is dropping, which means people will start spending more time indoors. Because you won’t be spending as much time breathing the fresh outdoor air, keeping your indoor air clean is a must. According to the Harvard School of Health, 3.3 million deaths worldwide occur every year from air…
Fountain of Time 6000 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637 Image Courtesy of TripAdvisor Constructed as part of the 1905 Chicago arts grant, the Fountain of Time has wowed onlookers ever since. Seated in the western portion of Washington Park in the Midway Plaisance, the sculpture features people marching toward a common monument across…
Photo from Graeter's Ice Cream Facebook Page Graeter's 5560 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208 With over 150 years of experience, Graeter's deserves ice cream lovers' trust. For their century and a half run, Graeter's has perfected their recipes and stays committed to their customers. As their website states, Grater's started way back in 1870…
This summer will challenge your creativity. You can't go to the movies when you're bored, you can't go to concerts on the weekend, and you might not even be able to go out to eat. But that doesn't mean you can't be productive and have fun. This list details fun, at-home, summer DIY projects to…