Now that the harsh winter weather is over, it’s time to prep your home for the year to come. Make sure your home is ready inside and out with this checklist. Test and replace batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors Dust fans and light bulbs and switch ceiling fan rotation Deep clean […]
Trick-or-Treat in Chippewa is Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! Whether your family is planning on visiting your neighbors for goodies or you don’t have much planned, there are many ways to help keep the community safe on this fun day! SAFETY TIPS FOR FAMILIES Safety begins at costume selection! Choose costumes that […]
From time to time, we all wish it were easier to manage our finances. We all wish bills would send themselves, spending track itself, and money invest itself – but sadly, they don’t. That’s where an app comes in handy. While technology can’t replace the work of human… The holiday season has begun, and the […]
Happy Holiday season to all! Hard to believe we are into the winter edition of the Chippewa Life magazine. Some information to help us help you protect your finances: There has been a significant increase in fraud and scam cases throughout the nation—Chippewa is no exception to this. We encourage anyone that receives suspicious phone […]
We had a great summer season this year and we loved providing some great experiences for our kids and adults. We are already planning for a wonderful summer season next year, too! • We offered 28 days of summer camp and had 284 kids participate throughout the summer. • We hosted three summer concerts in […]
Weeds are the gardener’s public enemy No. 1. Many people resort to using chemicals as a quick way of eradicating the dreaded dandelion, but these chemicals can leach into any fruits or vegetables you have planted. They can also affect your soil and make their way… If your home seems to lack somewhat in the […]
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but the debate over when it’s socially acceptable to start playing Christmas music is oh-so-delightful! In the grand scheme of holiday traditions, few subjects generate as much passion and polarized opinions as the age-old question: When is it okay to crank up those festive tunes? Let’s dive into the […]
Submitted by DAVID M. PRYZBYSZ, Deputy Chief It sure didn’t take long for the bright autumn leaves of red and orange to fall to the ground. The wind has now turned crisp and cold and the people who, at least, think they know, are predicting the white stuff will soon… School bus safety is a […]
Living room feeling blah? Bedroom got you feeling blue? Maybe now is the time for a design update. But if you are like many people, trying to figure out where to get started with a renovation can be daunting. Here are some thoughts to help you find your personal style. Choose an Inspiration Piece One […]
Wintertime can be tough for everyone — the cold weather, lack of sunlight, and being stuck indoors often causes us to feel lethargic, unmotivated, and down. This is normal and expected, but you don’t have to let it affect your positive mental health. The good news is that there are ways you can fight off […]
Submitted by David M. Przybysz, Assistant Chief / President In past issues we have discussed a bunch of different topics from how the Chippewa Fire Department came into existence to whom our members are. From safety tips for nearly every season to how we had to change our operations to navigate through the novel coronavirus called […]
Spring is on the way! It is almost time to open those windows, let in some fresh air, and clean, clean, clean. Instead of buying cleaning supplies that fill the air with harmful chemicals, detox your home with the best natural cleaner you likely already have in stock. Distilled white vinegar is the ultimate multipurpose solution that […]
Potted plants make a great holiday gift for so many people on your list: the hostess of a Christmas buffet, your child’s teacher, or your officemate. Here are five beautiful blooming plants that are sure to provide holiday cheer: Cyclamen Cyclamens are hardy houseplants that can be counted on to produce delicate blooms in reds, […]
Submitted by David M. Pryzbysz, Assistant Chief As you sit there, reading this article, take a look around you. Think about your home. Look at all the decorations and knickknacks that hang on your walls and fill your shelves. Think of all the family memories that have been created there. How many holiday meals were […]