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Homeowner Tip: Do a Seasonal Energy-Efficiency Check Before Summer Utility Bills Rise
Quick Answer: What Is One Smart Homeowner Tip for Summer?
One of the best homeowner tips is to complete a home energy-efficiency check when summer arrives. This simple seasonal task can help you lower utility costs, improve your indoor comfort, reduce strain on your HVAC system, and catch small maintenance issues before they become bigger problems.
For homeowners in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas, where early summer can quickly shift into hot, humid weather, checking your home's energy performance early can make a noticeable difference.
Why Energy Efficiency Matters for Homeowners
Energy efficiency is about more than saving money on monthly utility bill...
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Best Ice Cream Shops in the Quad Cities, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City & Beyond
We've all been there. You're outside cleaning up the yard, playing with the kids, or enjoying a beautiful summer day when you suddenly stop and listen. Is that the ice cream truck?
That familiar tune has a way of turning everyone into a kid again. It signals that summer is here, the weather is warm, and a cold, creamy treat is close by. Whether your favorite flavor is the chocolatey crunch of Moose Tracks, the sweet surprise of Rocky Road, or the simple perfection of vanilla, ice cream has a way of making warm-weather memories even sweeter.
We recently asked our Cedar Rapids office to share their favorite ice cream flavors, and their answers were just as fun and varied as the shops found throughout our region. From classic cones and soft serve to hand-dipped scoops, shakes, sundaes, malts, soda fountains, and nostalgic local favorites, there are...