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Residents celebrate game-changing project in vast US nature area: 'It is truly uplifting'

The Nature Conservancy just protected 12,000 acres of Minnesota's forest, expanding the Sand Lake/Seven Beavers Preserve.
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Gardener shares video after spotting surprise visitor in brush: 'Super cute'

A recent TikTok from Bean (@beansgardeningjourney) had a heartwarming encounter with a toad in their mom's garden.
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Renter seeks advice after HVAC tech stuns them with brutal repair bill: 'These prices are getting wild'

When one Florida renter was surprised with an expensive AC repair, they posted their bill on Reddit — and commenters weighed ...
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Homeowner turns heads after sharing before-and-after photos of 'beautiful' off-grid setup: 'This is what I want'

Pairing solar panels with energy-efficient appliances like heat pumps is another way to save on electricity, and TCD's HVAC ...
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Firefighters turn to surprising solution to 'revolutionize' rescue operations: 'It's already saved many lives'

An Arizona fire department is seeking e-bikes for mountain rescues to reduce response times and improve patient care.
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Appliance expert exposes the actual HVAC problems leaving homeowners in the cold: 'You've probably heard a few … horror stories'

An appliance expert took to YouTube to help reassure uncertain HVAC buyers about the benefits of heat pumps. YouTube channel ...
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Homeowner takes matters into their own hands after Tesla customer service stonewalls complaint: 'This is where the gaslighting starts'

One savvy homeowner detailed how they discovered a major problem with their Tesla's solar panels thanks to a clever hack.
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Energy experts break down whether rooftop solar investments still make sense in 2025: 'Does solar pay off?'

For years, the U.S. government has offered homeowners significant tax breaks to support the installation of solar panels. Now ...
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Wildlife experts stunned after feel-good story takes tragic turn: 'We are devastated'

A young gray seal, named Carrom, was rescued and rehabilitated by the RSPCA before tragically dying because of discarded ...
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Commenters mock listing for McMansion with bizarre design: 'Which side is the front?'

Reddit users were perplexed by the McMansion, sharing their critiques in the comment section. "Which side is the front," one ...
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Energy experts sound the alarm after winter forecasts predict 10% jump in electric heating costs: 'Without reform, energy insecurity will deepen'

The National Energy Assistance Directors Association predicts a significant rise in home heating costs this winter.
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Outraged homeowner shares photos after discovering neighbor's destructive act: 'This is a crime'

The OP talked about the advantages of the trees bringing lots of shade to the property. The Arbor Day Foundation noted that ...