batteries

Prices of electric watercraft are coming down, options are increasing and so is range on the water - at some point a battery-powered pontoon, fishing boat or waverunner might make sense to consider.

Failing to properly dispose of batteries can create dangerous situations.

Some of the things on this list are obvious but others are not obvious at all so take a look before you get to spring cleaning.

Electric Vehicles are becoming more popular over time, with more options and more affordable pricing on many models. You can now purchase a very respectable EV in the 20K range. What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric vehicle ownership?

A recent fire aboard a garbage truck in Duluth prompted an important reminder from WLSSD about battery disposal.

During a visit to my sister's home she turned me on to these new candles that I love!  Not only because they are safer, but because I can set them on a timer and not worry about going to bed or leaving the house forgetting I have an open flame burning.  They are so cool and I'm excited to show you!

You read the headline and said "oh yeah", didn't you.  Yup, this week-end is  Daylight Saving time! If you are still confused, think of the season, it’s SPRING ahead an hour. So, yes, we lose an hour of sleep, but on the "bright" side we gain an hour of daylight.  Another thing to remember is to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.  Even if they are

Imagine the irony when changing the batteries on your smoke detector could actually cause your house to burn down.   Watch this video to figure out how it happens, and prevent it in your own home.

It's this week-end, Daylight Savings time!  If you are still confused, it's FALL back an hour.  Another thing to remember is to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, yes, even if they are still good, change them.  That way you know they're fresh and ready to keep your family safe.  Here's the Duluth Fire Department's reminder.