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3 days, 10,000 doughnuts. Community rallies around Palatine bakery that asked for help online Mardi Gras came, went and left a Palatine, Illinois, bakery with a problem: too many ingredients for paczki, the traditional Polish doughnuts Americans eat on Fat Tuesday, and not enough customers. by Stacey Wescott Chicago Tribune (TNS) Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Portraits honor St. Louis children lost to gun violence Artists who work with the nonprofit group Faces Not Forgotten all receive the same advice: Focus on the eyes. by Erin Heffernan, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (TNS) Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Students are turning mail into the most personal art LOS ANGELES — Artist Diana L. Sánchez earned her bachelor’s in fine arts at Cal State Long Beach as a recipient of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, the 2012 Obama policy that allows immigrants without legal status to live and work in the United States. by Julia Barajas Los Angeles Times (TNS) Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Design Recipes: How to refresh older homes, decor Whether an item is inherited, vintage or purchased decades ago, how do you refresh an outdated look? Whether a property is showing signs of age or home decor feels tired and outdated, refreshing furniture and furnishings is similar to shining an old penny. by Cathy Hobbs Tribune News Service Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Pandemic art sales: Prettying up the walls we’re staring at NEW YORK (AP) — If you’ve been watching experts and commentators appearing on television from their homes, their increased attention to decor might look familiar: In the early days of lockdown, they, like many of us, sat in front of blank white walls, while now their homes frequently display prominent artwork. Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Style at Home: Embracing color These last few weeks have left me feeling a bit blah. The gray skies and single-digit temperatures have me feeling sluggish and drained, and I’m in need of a change. by Katie Laughridge Tribune News Service Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

How to protect or heal trees damaged by snow The deadly winter storms that have wreaked havoc in large swaths of the country recently can also damage trees and shrubs. by Lee Reich Associated Press Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask Angie’s List: How to prevent bathroom mold Mold and rot are dangers that can develop anywhere in your house. But the bathroom, which generally contains more moisture than any other room in the house, is a particularly ripe target. by Paul F.P. Pogue Angie’s List (TNS) Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

From the Stacks: Dream world turns to nightmare in spooky tale What dream or memory would you be willing to give up to find a place of comfort and peace? In "The Circus of Stolen Dreams," author Lorelei Savaryn asks you that question and then takes you on an incredible journey investigating other people's dreams and nightmares. by Donna Loehner, For the News Tribune Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask a Master Gardener: Time to prepare for tomato planting I think we finally broke out of the freezing cold weather we were stuck in. Spring is on its way; I can tell by the amount of garden questions floating around. by Peter Sutter - For the News Tribune Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am

Style at Home: A fresh look with spring bedding Is there a better feeling than crawling into a freshly laundered and made-up bed? Sinking into a feather-soft duvet, slipping between crisp, cool sheets and lounging on the firm but forgiving mattress is truly what sweet dreams are made of. by Katie Laughridge, Tribune News Service Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am

From the Stacks: Love weaves through gothic suspense story After the devastating loss of her mother, Brynn Wilder takes off for some much-needed "me" time to the village of Wharton on Lake Superior. by Kimberly Bolton - For the News Tribune Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask a Master Gardener: Consider the 'queen' of cabbage for planting season I still can't believe this frigid weather we are having. And the snow! Well anyway, we know spring is right around the corner — at least I hope that hasn't changed. by Peter Sutter - For the News Tribune Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am

Candles a decor favorite this winter for light, scent, mood If a candle is burning in a dark room, we don't see the darkness, we see the light. Perhaps that's why candles have become such a popular decor element over the course of the pandemic. by Kim Cook, Associated Press Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am

Ask Angie's List: What do I need to know about tankless water heaters? If you're thinking of replacing your traditional hot water heating tank, you've probably heard about tankless heaters. by Paul F. P. Pogue, Angie's List (TNS) Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am

Embracing Finnish roots, business builds rare ice sauna DULUTH, Minn. — It was minus 8 degrees and the windchill was even colder, but Brittney Merlot wore a tank top inside the igloo-like structure next to Lake Superior. by Katie Galioto, Star Tribune (TNS) Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:00am

Suite fixtures can help with kitchen remodeling Q: Hi Ed: We're doing a complete remodel of our kitchen and plan to do a lot of it ourselves, including the design. by Ed Del Grande, Tribune News Service Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:00am

Working from home can be a pain in the back and neck. Here's how to create an ergonomic workspace. A few months into the pandemic, Allen Conrad's patients began complaining about increased pain in their neck and shoulders. by Bethany Ao, The Philadelphia Inquirer (TNS) Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:00am