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Simple Fixes to Those Annoying Everyday Problems with Life Hacks [VIDEO]

Mary Martin — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 19:20:49 +0000

I remember my first life hack; using half of a raw potato to remove a broken bulb from a light fixture. However, we didn't call them "life hacks" then either. These videos give us more quick and easy tips to help with those pesky "first world problems." You would be surprised what you can get done with a rubber band, screwdriver and a warped screw.

Halloween Safety Tips From The Shreveport Police Department

Rick Taylor — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:38:02 +0000

Fall is upon us, cooler weather is finally here, and the Shreveport Police Department would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone to stay safe this Halloween. The department wants everyone to have a safe, fun Halloween, and residents can take a few simple, common sense precautions to make sure they do: ALWAYS have [...]

Feeling A Bit Overwhelmed At The Office? Here's Some Quick Tips To Cope!

Rick Taylor — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:50:32 +0000

The phone is ringing, your e-mail inbox continues to fill, and the stack of papers on your desk grows exponentially as the hours tick by. A sense of panic sets in as the overwhelming nature of your workday takes hold. Do you have the tools and techniques mastered for gaining control of your to-dos and maintaining your sanity in today's fast-paced business environment?

Countdown To April 18th, Tax Day

Rick Taylor — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:59:21 +0000

Remember when your mother scolded you for running up the stairs two steps at a time? “Slow down,” she would say. “You’re going to trip and hurt yourself.” Taking it step by step will get you there almost as quickly with much less chance of a painful fall.

As usual, mom was right. And her wise words are just as applicable to your tax filing tasks.

Want The IRS To Audit Your Tax Return? Here's How to Make Sure That Happens!

Rick Taylor — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:24:49 +0000

Taxes are due one week from today, on Monday, April 18th. Before you file, here are seven things you shouldn’t even THINK about deducting.

#1) Your Landline Telephone. Even if you only use it for work, the IRS says the first hard-wired phone in your home is always considered a personal expense. But you CAN deduct long distance calls as long as they’re business-related.