Keep Growing Veggies in Winter
These miniature aeroponic gardens use as little as 2 percent of the water a traditional garden would. Plants are grown in an upright circular tube with openings for each plant, and a central nutrient system where all the plants are watered and fed at once.
Furniture Freegans Unite
How I became a furniture freegan and decorated my whole house for a whopping $0.
Power Up With mPower
Launched in 2010, mPower’s goals are to lower energy bills, increase energy and water efficiency, reduce reliance on foreign fuels, stimulate the local economy, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Blackout!
Are you prepared for prolonged power outages this summer? The Truckee Donner Public Utility District warns that customers could be in for outages lasting one to a few days this summer.
Keep Tahoe Tidy
Living in the mountains means weathering two main sports seasons, but it’s easy to get tired of throwing out the snowboard to make room...
Summer Fire Pit Safety
In this Q&A session, we explain some of the regulations and precautions to take if you plan to have a fire pit outside your home this summer.
Unauthorized Entry
As days grow shorter and colder, mice will start to look for winter accommodations. Now is the time to make your abode uninviting to these unwanted — and unhealthy — guests.