How to plan for back-to-school purchases

August 26, 2015 by Peggy Olive, UW-Extension Leave a Comment

According to the National Retail Federation, the average family plans to spend about $630 shopping for school supplies this fall.

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How to donate blood

August 19, 2015 by Katie Gaynor, American Red Cross Leave a Comment

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Do you have some time in the next few weeks to donate blood? The American Red Cross is facing a shortage of the most-needed blood types, resulting in an urgent need for eligible donors with O negative, B negative and A negative blood.

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How to get your child to eat healthier food‬‬

August 12, 2015 by Gayle Coleman, University of Wisconsin-Extension Leave a Comment

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Children naturally like sweet and salty food. But over time they can learn to enjoy a variety of foods. Here are a few ways kids can make healthier eating choices every day.

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How to make sure your child succeeds in school

August 5, 2015 by Beverly Anderson, Ebenezer Child Care Centers Leave a Comment

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A great education leads to a great future. Parents can ensure their child’s success by taking an active role in their education at every age. Here are some tips to help do just that.

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How to keep your insurance if your situation changes

July 29, 2015 by Caroline B. Gomez-Tom, University of Wisconsin Extension and Covering Kids & Families-Wisconsin Leave a Comment

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It’s important to take steps to makes sure you have health care insurance coverage when your income or job situation changes.

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How to teach kids about money

July 22, 2015 by Michael Collins, University of Wisconsin Extension Leave a Comment

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No matter the age of the child, parents can take small steps to help children become financially smarter adults.

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How to stay safe at the beach

July 15, 2015 by American Red Cross Leave a Comment

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As temperatures continue to rise you may be heading to the beach to cool down. Regardless of how often you get to sink your toes into the sand, the American Red Cross has some tips and steps to make sure you and your family remain safe.

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How to see Discovery World in two hours

July 8, 2015 by Paul Fladten, Discovery World 2 Comments

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Discovery World’s 120,000 square-foot facility is jam-packed with interactive exhibits, thought-provoking labs and studios, freshwater and saltwater aquariums, and plenty of hands-on experiences you won’t find anywhere else in Wisconsin.

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How to prepare for a tornado

July 1, 2015 by American Red Cross and Wisconsin Department of Health Services Leave a Comment

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Tornadoes are capable of destroying well-made structures, uprooting trees and hurling objects through the air like deadly missiles. Wisconsin’s tornado season generally runs from April through September with the greatest numbers of tornadoes occurring in May, June and July, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

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How to save at Summerfest

June 24, 2015 by Summerfest Leave a Comment

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Wednesday signals the start of the city’s largest festival: Summerfest. The big gig isn’t always budget friendly. General admission tickets for adults cost between $12 to $19. Here are some ways to save on ticket prices at the gate.

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