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Before the Year Ends, Check These Things

Before you close the book on this year, it’s worth taking a quick lap around the house. A little maintenance now can save you from bigger headaches later.

Start with the basics. Check your air filters and replace them if it’s been a while. Your AC will thank you, and so will your energy bill.

Take a look at the roof and gutters from the ground. Missing shingles, sagging spots, or overflowing gutters after rain are signs that something needs attention.

Test the things you hope you never need. Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers only take a few minutes to check.

Peek under sinks, behind toilets, and around the water heater for leaks. Slow drips have a way of turning into expensive surprises.

Wrap it up with a quick garage and outdoor check. Clear clutter, make sure exterior lights work, and secure anything that could become a problem in bad weather.

You don’t need to do it all at once. A little effort now sets you up for a smoother start to the new year.

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Splash Pad Season?

Hillsborough County opened a brand new splash pad at Winston Park on Monday, Nov. 3, which is perfect timing if you enjoy Florida’s unique brand of seasonal confusion.

Because nothing says “fall” like water spray features.

The splash pad is the centerpiece of recent improvements at the park and includes water spray features, a slip-resistant surface, a fenced turf area, shade structures with benches, and a new shelter. The upgrades also included renovated restrooms, plus sidewalk and drainage improvements, which is great because at least something in this project is guaranteed to stay dry.

And to be fair, this is Florida. November can mean hoodie weather in the morning and splash pad weather by lunchtime. If you’ve ever used your AC and your heater in the same day, you already understand the assignment.

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MOMS FIRST

Moms First is a national group pushing for things like paid family leave and affordable child care so working parents aren’t forced to choose between their jobs and their families. If you’ve ever wondered why balancing work and home feels harder than it should, this is the kind of issue they’re trying to fix.

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