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Seeds vs. Starts: What’s Best for Beginner Gardeners?
Mar. 13th, 2026

Seeds vs. Starts: What’s Best for Beginner Gardeners?

One of the first decisions new gardeners face is whether to plant seeds or purchase young vegetable starts. Both options can lead to a productive garden, but understanding the differences helps beginners choose the approach that fits their time, budget, and comfort level. There isn’t one right answe…

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Is Your Home Prepared for Severe Weather?
Mar. 6th, 2026

Is Your Home Prepared for Severe Weather?

With extreme or severe weather events happening every year, it's crucial to prepare your home to withstand these conditions. Between heavy rain and flooding, strong winds, the threat of wildfires, or natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes, making the right updates can help protect your home…
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When Water Hits: What to Do in the First 24 Hours to Protect Your Home
Feb. 27th, 2026

When Water Hits: What to Do in the First 24 Hours to Protect Your Home

It only takes a few minutes for water to cause massive damage. A burst pipe. A washing machine that decides it's done cooperating. A storm that finds…
Elyssa at WhirLocal
How to Start a Beginner-Friendly Vegetable Garden
Feb. 20th, 2026

How to Start a Beginner-Friendly Vegetable Garden

Starting your first vegetable garden can feel daunting. There are seeds (or starts) to choose, soil to prepare, and questions about what will actually…
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Joseph SIngleton
Rockin' Wood: How One Oklahoma Couple Found Freedom, Family, and Success Through Reclaimed Wood
Oct. 2nd, 2024

Rockin' Wood: How One Oklahoma Couple Found Freedom, Family, and Success Through Reclaimed Wood

In South Oklahoma City, Tyelinda and Mike Baumgardner are building more than just beautiful wood paneling and décor—they’re building a family, a business, and a sense of purpose. As the owners of Rockin' Wood, a company that specializes in reclaimed wood products, the Baumgardners have turned a side…
Joseph SIngleton
How to Protect Your South OKC Metro Home from Pests and Insects: 5 DIY Tips
Jun. 5th, 2024

How to Protect Your South OKC Metro Home from Pests and Insects: 5 DIY Tips

Living in the South OKC metro area, including Moore and Norman, we’re blessed to experience all four seasons. However, it also means dealing with a va…
Joseph SIngleton
Don't Flush Your Money Away: Tips to Finding the Best Plumber
May. 22nd, 2024

Don't Flush Your Money Away: Tips to Finding the Best Plumber

Finding a reliable plumber in South OKC, Moore, or Norman can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially when you're dealing with a pl…
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