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Wal-Mart supplier and perennial volunteer Jason Minton explains why his back porch is his favorite spot.

Wal-Mart supplier and perennial volunteer Jason Minton explains why his back porch is his favorite spot.
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Northwest Personal Space

Kamron Whitehead

Kamron Whitehead explains why she loves to be at home with her kids. Read More »

Sneezin’ season

Pollens, molds multiply in the fall if homeowners don’t fight back

LITTLE ROCK — Fall will officially be here soon, and with it comes allergies for millions of Americans and thousands of Arkansans. Ragweed, molds and mildew are the most common culprits during September and October. Read More »

S Ask the expert

LITTLE ROCK — I have a concrete-slab patio with a long crack in it that seems to be widening. What could be causing this? The house is about 30 years old and the yard below the patio slopes downhill. Read More »

S In the garden

LITTLE ROCK — QMy friend received this plant in an assortment garden from the florist. She has since transplanted it and it is thriving. I have enclosed pictures. Read More »

S Tools & toys

LITTLE ROCK — Jason KT Baths What’s to love: Two things: The bath’s simple lines makes it fit in with transitional bathrooms. And Jason International’s headquarters is in North Little Rock. Read More »

S OTUS THE HEAD CAT: Teacher spared, though pet catfish’s death tragic

LITTLE ROCK — Dear Otus, Is it just me, or is that recent case of the teacher being fired from the Academics R Us Charter School in Maumelle a case against allowing all charter schools? Read More »

S CLICK & CLACK’S CAR TALK

LITTLE ROCK — DEAR TOM AND RAY: I am a college student who loves anything mechanical, and I work on a local farm to earn extra money. Read More »

S Aging gardener slows work pace

LITTLE ROCK — Sydney Eddison believes you can weed out loads of demanding yard work as you age without reducing the enjoyment of gardening. The 78-year-old author says it’s simply a matter of gardening more wisely. Read More »

S Removing pools not uncommon

LITTLE ROCK — Having a backyard pool is one of those luxuries a lot of people dream of. But a growing business exists in removing them. Read More »

S Ways to head off allergen overload

LITTLE ROCK — While controlling the mold and pollen levels in your yard may provide some relief, Dr. Sam Welch at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock is quick to point out that no single allergen is usually responsible for an attack of hay fever. Read More »

S Durability, pattern variety put laminates back in favor

LITTLE ROCK — Laminate is counter-revolutionary. Countertops made of laminate come in a variety of colors and patterns that mimic the look of more expensive surfaces, such as stone, concrete or metal. Read More »

S Keep it clean

LITTLE ROCK — Washer, dryer can call the ‘doctor’ If Kenmore and Kenmore Elite’s newest washing machines and dryers aren’t feeling well, they’ll be able to tell customer service people about their symptoms over the phone. Kenmore is one of Sears’ proprietary brands. Read More »

S Northwest Personal Space

Jason Minton

Wal-Mart supplier and perennial volunteer Jason Minton explains why his back porch is his favorite spot. Read More »

TIGHT SQUEEZE?

Fitting furniture into small rooms is a breeze with these space-saving systems

LITTLE ROCK — Space is at a premium in many homes. Bedrooms in most average-size living quarters measure 10-by-10 feet or less. And forget about having a guest bedroom. Read More »

S Ask the expert

LITTLE ROCK — With the economy in its current state, we’ve tried to cut household expenses to save some money. I’m hoping you have some ideas about ways to do this that might not have occurred to us. Read More »