An at-home office should serve as a functional yet comfortable space that facilitates productivity. Here are some tips on how to create a practical work space at home without compromising on design.

Homebuyers are beginning to return in force, and for well-priced homes in desirable locations, competition is fierce.

All homes need repairs and maintenance to enjoy a long lifespan. Trying to DIY every project can lead to an exhausted homeowner, a drained wallet, and possibly an unfinished or unsafe home. Instead of trying to go it alone, look into hiring a residential general contractor for a variety of tasks.

When the weather is nice, it beckons homeowners to bring the indoors out into a convenient living space. If your backyard isn’t relaxation-ready, there are multiple ways to beautify your outdoor space into the perfect getaway.

On Friday, May 10 at 3 p.m., Finnley and his family, which includes two brothers and a sister, were joined by representatives from the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Rolwes Company and the St. Charles County and Lake Saint Louis police departments for the reveal of Finnley’s Garage.

The public is invited to buy and sell at the event, which is scheduled from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. that day on the Museum’s parking lot, 1650 Heritage Landing in St. Peters.

The 25th annual spring ice show at the St. Peters Rec-Plex, titled “From Rags to Riches,” will be performed from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, May 17, from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, and from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19.

As spring and summer begin to lengthen the days with warmer weather, it’s a bright idea to start getting your home’s windows ready to stand up to April showers and clean enough to view the May flowers.

Here are the five tips on how to create an outdoor living room, courtesy of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute [OPEI].

Landscaping is important. Like the clothes we wear every day, landscaping sends a message about our homes to the world and can be the basis for first impressions by neighbors and visitors. In addition to aesthetic, landscaping also can impact elements such as proper drainage [keeping foundations dry] and home security.