We discuss the top 5 blogs of 2024. Including what you need to know about the transition away from R-410A air conditioning refrigerant, preventing deed/title fraud, adding a casita to your property, update on termite treatment methods and more! 

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The Urban Farm's 'Farmer Greg' Peterson is joined by Janice Norton. Holistic gardening involves relationships between the gardener, the garden itself and the natural ecosystem. Looking at your garden space and its connection to the yard and neighborhood. They discuss how permaculture plays a role and the principals that work holistically with nature.

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St. Vincent de Paul's Director of Volunteer Engagement Christina Gavin talks about the many ways they carry on the mission to 'Feed, Clothe, House and Heal' plus how you can help. Homeowner questions on crumbling and insulating block walls. Weekly To Do on Arizona Hospitality. Rosie's 'Cowboy Christmas Prayer' and more!

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Continuing the history of Phoenix as it begins to grow in population. Phoenix Mayor's Office Historian Steve Schumacher and Historical Architect Don Ryden discuss the events that led to establishing Phoenix. The Roosevelt Dam, cotton farming, military training bases, the railroad, reinforced concrete high rise building design, air conditioning, suburban housing design and shopping centers all play essential roles in modern day Phoenix.

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Nursery Expert Jay Harper discusses ways to protect plants, shrubs and young citrus trees from winter frost and freezes. Even if there's no signs of colder temperatures, its wise to be prepared. Plus tips on winter lawn care, vegetables to plant in your garden and soil preparation tips before you plant.

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Our Weekly To Do on easy fixes to change the look around the home that won't cost you a bunch of bucks. Rosie gets busted suggesting cutting the emergency release cord on the garage door. Additional homeowner tips on insulation, solar, water filtration and more.

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The origin of Phoenix, Arizona dates back to the Hohokam people 2000 years ago. Why did they think a society can grow and survive in the area? Mayor's Office Official Historian Steve Schumacher and Architect Don Ryden discuss their amazing resourcefulness that grew their society. The story of Jack Swilling, the founding father of Phoenix. Architectural style of the state capital building and how the city came to be in its current location.

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The wonders of what can grow in winter! Citrus begins to ripen. Plants for color and edibles with health benefits like pansies as a natural antihistamine. Justin Rohner of Agriscaping.com discusses other winter wonders including keeping a Christmas tree alive longer with chelated iron and corn syrup, planting during moon phases and more!

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Our Weekly To Do on backsplashes. Home security tip about your garage door that you likely never thought about. Bridges Connor of Get Organized With Bridges talks about cleaning out Christmas past for Christmas presents. And answering homeowner questions on fixing squeaky hinges, possible duct leaks, extended warranties on air conditioners and attaching address numbers to stucco.

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Rosie is joined by Dr. David Dean, Assistant Professor Of History at Grand Canyon University.  Discussing the day 'that will live in infamy'. Pearl Harbor has a distinct connection to Arizona. Recalling the events that led up to the surprise attack. The history of the USS Arizona prior to the bombing. Maleena Deer talks about the USS Arizona Memorial Gardens At Salt River in Scottsdale that features a relic of the USS Arizona's boathouse. Outside of documentaries, the movie that best emphasizes the event with actors who actually served in World War II.

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