Peter Simek’s Articles
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The best way to prevent weeds is to know what kinds of plants are considered invasive.
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Texas can take its toll on your lawn in the summer. But with a little care and attention, you can help your grass survive another heat wave.
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What is the most comfortable — and efficient — summer thermostat setting? We try to settle the debate for good.
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Even if you only plan to light bottle rockets, Roman candles, and small firecrackers, you should take important safety precautions to prevent burns, fires, or worse.
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In this installment of our state parks tour, we head from the babbling waters of the Frio River down to the Rio Grande and into some of Texas’ most historic sites.
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From sailing newbies to adventurous skippers, here’s everything the Texas coast has to offer sailors.
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Cows are anything but “dumb.” Research confirms that cows are clever and curious animals capable of problem-solving as well as deep emotions and strong friendships.
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Knowing your zone is the easiest way to effectively plan your garden.
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This month, we head to the Texas Hill Country to enjoy the state parks’ lazy rivers, picturesque canyons, and limestone hills
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Texas is hot. How hot? We scoured the state to find the hottest place in Texas. You’ll be surprised by what we found.
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Should you buy the rental car company insurance? When should you book your rental to get the best deal? We answer all your rental car questions.
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Even the most seasoned grill master can use a review of some easy safety tips that will help you maintain and manage your summer cookout.
