Archives for 2011

OKC, It’s Been a Pretty Good Year

One of my favorite pastimes is showing off the awesomeness that is the Oklahoma City metro, but I’m not talented enough to pull off something like this. I’ll leave it to people who were gifted with a voice that doesn’t make wildlife run & hide. But I’d have to agree, “We haven’t peaked yet… the […]

Home Maintenance #7 – Weatherstripping

In Oklahoma, it’s generally pretty easy to tell if your home is drafty, but even if you don’t feel drafts, you could still be wasting energy. Try this quick test: Close one of your outside doors on a sheet of paper. If the paper pulls out fairly easily and doesn’t tear, you’re likely losing energy. […]

Christmas Gone Wild! [CONTEST]

OK, let’s have some fun. It’s that time of year when our calendars get filled up with Christmas parties and trips out with the kids to find the coolest lights in town, so why not do some good for others while we’re at it? Here’s how we’ll do it; While you’re out, take pictures of […]

Who is Edmond Mayor Charles Lamb?

If you’re curious about who Charles Lamb is, and what his background is, check this out:

OKC – Best Place for Military Retirees

According to a recent USATODAY.com article, Oklahoma City is the best place for former soldiers to find civilian careers. The article states, “as the Iraq War winds down by year’s end, tens of thousands of servicemembers are expected to return home, and many will seek second careers amid a sluggish economy and 9% unemployment.” That […]

Home Maintenance #6 – Christmas Lights

Did you know that each year, fires occurring during the holiday season claim the lives of over 400 Americans, injure 1,650 more, and cause over $990 million in damage? Those are the statistics that the U.S. Fire Administration has posted. Since many of you are already, or will soon be, putting up those beautiful light […]

Timberwood Est – 13320 E Timberwood Ln – SOLD!

Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath home on 5 treed acres with privacy gate and outbuilding. Country living with city convenience!!

Edmond Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights

Tonight’s the night, so bundle up the family and head out to Downtown Edmond for the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Edmond Electric Parade of Lights! The 2011 Parade of Lights starts with the Mayor’s Tree Lighting ceremony and essay winners presentation at 6:00 p.m. at Shannon Miller Park. Parade Begins at 6:45 p.m. […]

OKC, One of the Best Cities for Starting Over

The strength of the Oklahoma City economy, and the combination of solid incomes, low cost-of-living, and low unemployment rates continue to get our great city noticed, but did you know that these, plus a couple of other factors, put us in the Top 25 of Best Cities for Starting Over? Sometimes, especially in a tough […]

Home Maintenance #5 – Hot Water

It may seem like a no-brainer, but when it’s cold outside, your hot water heater has to work harder to heat your water. It also has to re-heat it more often, but did you know that you may be able to boost your water heater’s efficiency by simply wrapping it in a thermal blanket? According […]