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How to make a laundry hamper organizer

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Written by Danny Lipford
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Wednesday, 12 June 2019 19:30

The dimensions of your hamper tower will depend on the size and number of hampers you need to accommodate. For this design the hampers must have a lip around the upper edge so they can be supported by cleats on either side. In this case, the hampers are 10-1/4 inches…

How to lay vinyl plank flooring

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Wednesday, 05 June 2019 19:31

Installing self-sticking vinyl plank flooring is a relatively easy do-it-yourself project, but preparation is key. Clean the subfloor thoroughly. Ensure the room or rooms where the floor is being installed are climate-controlled and a consistent temperature, preferably warm. Mark a line in the center of the room along its length.…

For whom the phone rings

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Written by Margaret Miller Curtis
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Wednesday, 05 June 2019 19:22

I’ve never forgotten what my favorite Home Ec teacher once said about manners. She told us that good manners are always based on being considerate of others. My favorite Sunday School teacher said that treating others the way we would like to be treated ourselves implied that we should do…

How to cover plywood edges with wood veneer

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Thursday, 30 May 2019 12:50

Plywood is great for shelving, cabinets, and furniture; but the plies on the edges are unsightly and need to be covered to give the project a finished look. You could attach strips of solid wood to the edges using brads and glue, but an easier method is to apply strips…

Tips to keep clothes dryers safe and efficient

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Wednesday, 22 May 2019 19:07

Homeowners are often puzzled why their clothes dryer takes longer to dry a load of clothes than it used to. The answer is pretty simple, but it has some serious implications. A buildup of lint in the dryer or its vent pipe could not only reduce the efficiency of the…

Bill Conrad delivers inspirational graduation speech

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Written by Shelia Mader
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Wednesday, 22 May 2019 19:02

Pictured are Conrad’s children: Joseph, BK. Bill Conrad, Elijah, Rachael, and Heidi

Jackson County had eight graduating classes this year with school personnel, board members and superintendent in attendance at each one. They are pretty much in agreement that none were more inspirational than the Jackson County Adult Ed graduation with speaker Bill Conrad delivering his speech. The crowd knew they had…

How to remove paint from window panes

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Written by Danny Lipford
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Thursday, 16 May 2019 12:38

Painting around windows has to be one of the most frustrating chores known to man. How do you paint the wood without painting the glass? The answer is, you don’t. You simply find an efficient way to clean the glass off afterward. Here’s how: If the paint has already dried,…

When your parents become your children and visa-versa

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Written by Margaret Miller Curtis
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Wednesday, 08 May 2019 16:12

I’ve been known to say that when I leave this earth, I will be glad to go. That attitude springs from all the horrors and terrors of aging, including the role reversal occurring between elderly parents and their children. Our mother often reminded us that the worst thing that could…

How to replace a showerhead

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Written by Danny Lipford
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Wednesday, 08 May 2019 16:11

To replace a showerhead: Unscrew the old showerhead in a counterclockwise direction using pliers or a strap wrench. Clean the threads on the shower stem pipe. Wrap the threads on the pipe with Teflon plumber’s tape in a clockwise direction (two rotations or more). Screw the new showerhead on the…

How to make a desk drawer divider

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Thursday, 02 May 2019 12:36

Here’s is an easy project to help get organized. Tackle the clutter in your desk using scrap wood from around the house. If you don’t have any wood, all you need is some hobby boards, which you can find at any craft or home improvement store; a table saw or…

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