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Thursday, April 7, 2022Car prices have been a bit crazy over the last year or so, both used and new. We're used to perhaps dealerships or places advertising by cash back incentives or rebates that take down the cost of the MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price). Not now! READ MORE >>
Monday, March 14, 2022 If you ever wonder what's coming around the bend in terms of planning our areas roadways and transportation priorities, check out the website for the 2023 Regional Transportation Plan. If you'd like to share your views, there's also a survey open for a few more weeks on the right of that same webpage. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 One thing we've been battling with in our home garden is the clay soil. It's amazing how much it can retain water, but once it dries out it is like rock. Back in September, I started some holes for new blueberry bushes. The soil was rock hard so I filled the 12 inch deep hole with water. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 This article has me thinking about the strange dance technology does with culture and law. The article highlights how Tesla is recalling 54,000 cars because it's car software included a "Rolling Stop" under one of its self-driving modes. I'm certain they're not the only software/car makers trying to navigate such issues. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Catalytic thefts continue increasing: this video is crazy. . . . in daylight! In terms of prevention, it seems there is no easy answer. Probably the most practical suggestion is to park in well-lit or monitored areas; although, the audacity of that guy in the video shows how tempting catalytic converters are for theft. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, January 4, 2022Just this past week there have been a few more major fires here in Hillsboro that have caused a quick reflection. First, it has me giving thanks for the many first responders we have available in our area. In the most recent four-alarm fire downtown, the news reports that "A total of 40 fire and EMS units responded to the fire, bringing more than 130 first responders. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, December 8, 2021I've been learning more about the earthquakes here in Oregon because I'm frequently asked about earthquake and landslide insurance. There's all sorts of interesting information I'll share in due time, but today I'll share about the ShakeAlert System. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 Frost on leaves, grass, and windows. Moved our lemon tree inside. It's that time. Wrap your faucets. Insulate your pipes. And remember the old cupboard door trick. Here’s a handy winterization list from our friends at the Tualatin Valley Water District. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 5, 2021 Getting a nonrenewal letter can be a shocking and irritating event. Maybe your husband had a couple speeding tickets, your daughter had a small fender bender last year, and you hit a deer two years ago. Sometimes the incidents cluster in a way that sets off the alarm bells of an insurance company, and then the underwriter sends out a dreadful non-renewal notice. READ MORE >>
Monday, October 4, 2021With all the attention on reducing cell-phone use while driving, I hadn't realized that cell phone use accounts for less than 10% of Distracted-Affected Crashes. National data suggests that over 90% of distracted driving crashes are not from cell phone use! READ MORE >>
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