Pizza Hut Supporting the Red Cross

Several local Pizza Hut restaurants are supporting the Red Cross throughout the month of April. During the month, Pizza Hut will be offering a special meal deal, where a percentage of sales will go directly to the Red Cross. If you’d like to contribute to the cause but don’t want the special deal, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase a “Heroes” point-of-sale poster for a minimum $1 donation. This poster will be displayed all month to commemorate your generosity. Be sure to dine at Pizza Hut this month! http://bit.ly/1164ghw

Get Your Ducts in a Row

Ventilation systems can often be the biggest culprit in poor indoor air quality because many people allow HVAC systems to operate for some time without much attention or upkeep.

Your HVAC system could be circulation odors, dust and other contaminants throughout your home or business. Keeping the HVAC system and ductwork clean can potentially extend the life span of the equipment by allowing it to operate at peak condition, which can in turn save you money and give you cleaner air to breathe.

SERVPRO will inspect your HVAC system and ductwork and make recommendations about the best way to address any indoor air quality concerns. Benefits of serving HVAC unit include:

-Helps to restore peak energy efficiency

-May help to eliminate offensive odors.

-Help reduce the potential for mold growth

For more information on duct cleaning or to set up a written inspection and estimate call 

SERVPRO of Cayce/ West Columbia and Lexington today at 803-755-9774

-Denea Duran 

Servpro of Sarpy County Harlem Shake!

A couple of weeks ago we asked our readers to share their Harlem shake video and last night I received an email from Servpro of Sarpy County with their video. One word to describe this video is awesome! Check it out!!

WAY TO GO SERVPRO OF SARPY COUNTY! 

Red, White and Blues

The first annual Red, White & Blues event will be held March 9, 2013 from 6PM to 9PM at the Irmo Town Park. There will be various red & white wines, appetizers from restaurants around the midlands and blues music playing all evening. Tickets are $25 advanced and $35 at the gate. Tickets can be purchased online at www.greaterimrochamber.com or at the Greater Irmo Chamber office and First Community Bank Irmo location.  

Lexington Events

Columbia Events

47th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show

The Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia (HBAGC) presents the 47^th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show at the SC State Fairgrounds Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10, 2012.

The Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show is the largest home and garden exhibition in the Midlands. Over 250 construction, home improvement, and outdoor product exhibits are displayed within and outside of the Cantey, Ellison, Moore, Ruff and Hampton Buildings.

Educational seminars are offered daily by exhibitors on a variety of topics such as home building, remodeling, crawl space maintennance, and gardening. All seminars are free to attend with admission to the show.

What:

Clyde Nettles Roofing Presents the 47th annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show

Hosted by the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia

See over 250 exhibitors with products and services for your home and garden.Exhibitors List here.

Educational Seminars offered daily. See schedule here.

Couponing Workshops presented by Southern Savers. See schedule here.

Register to win prizes from exhibitors. More information here.

Wine Walk on Friday, March 8 from 5p - 8p. More information here.

When:

Friday, March 8 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 9 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 10 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Admission:

Tickets are $6/person at the gate during hours of operation.

> Kids 14 and under enter free every day

> Ages 62 and older enter free on Friday, March 8

Senior Day and Expo Information here

> Active Military members enter free Saturday, March 9 (with I.D.)

Where:

All five buildings and outdoor areas of the SC State Fairgrounds in Columbia, SC.

Vehicles enter through Gate 6 located on George Rogers Blvd., near Williams-Brice Stadium.

Before you leave, make sure to stop by our booth in the Moore building for some goodies to take home!

10 key Fire Safety Tips

10 key Fire Safety Tips

Though some fires are unavoidable acts of nature or unpredictable accidents, many fires in the home and workplace are avoidable. The following tips, courtesy of the National Fire Protection Association, can help reduce the likelihood of a fire in your business or home.

-Watch your cooking

Stay in the kitchen if you are frying, grilling or broiling food.

-Give space heaters space

Keep space heaters at least three feet from anything that can burn.

-Smoke outside

If you must smoke inside, have sturdy, deep ashtray. Never smoke in bed.

-Keep matches and lighters out of reach

Keep matches and lighters in high cabinets, preferably under a child lock.

-Inspect electrical cords

Replace cords that are cracked, damaged, have broken plugs or have loose connections.

-Be careful when using candles

Keep candles at least one foot from anything that can burn . Blow them out before you leave the room or go to sleep.

-Have a fire escape plan

Make a fire escape plan and practice it at least twice a year.

-Install smoke alarms

Install alarms on every level of your office  or home and inside bedrooms. Interconnect them so they all sound at once.

-Test smoke alarms

Test alarms once per month. Replace batteries once per year or as needed.

-Install sprinklers

Sprinklers can help maintain and sometimes even extinguish fires, giving  your local Fire Department a better chance of saving your property. 

Fun Friday: Starbucks Edition

Who wants to spend $6 on a coffee drink, when you can make it at home! (it happened to be my favorite Starbucks drink)

I am so happy I found this recipe. The weekend is the perfect time to experiment with different recipes. I hope this made your day like it did mine! 

Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino

3/4 cup double-strength coffee
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup low-fat milk
2 cups ice
3 Tbls. Hershey’s Chocolate

 Optional:3 Tbs whipped cream

MOCHA Version:

For this version, add 3 tablespoons Hershey’s chocolate syrup to the original recipe and prepare as described. Top each glass with whipped cream, if desired.

CARAMEL Version:

For this version, add 3 tablespoons of caramel topping to the original recipe and prepare as described. Top each glass with whipped cream and drizzle additional caramel over the whipped cream. 

Content Credit: http://womenlivingwell.org/2012/03/homemade-starbucks-mocha-frappuccino/

Photo Credit: http://womenlivingwell.org/2012/03/homemade-starbucks-mocha-frappuccino/

-Denea Duran