Woodlake Communities Association

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Bring Solar to Your State's Government Buildings

To avoid catastrophic climate change we must keep fossil fuels in the ground and rapidly transition to renewable energy. A concrete step we can take toward a sustainable energy system would be installing solar panels on government buildings.

Apartments For Rent Conroe TX

Finding a Rental Apartment Those who do not wish to purchase a home may find that a rental apartment is an ideal solution for their situation. A rental apartment can offer many of the conveniences of home-ownership, such as a functional living space offering the renter the opportunity to eat, sleep, and entertain in their …

Energy Audits of Small Government Buildings

Which government building is piloting facial recognition technology?

What I Look for in a Rental Apartment—Tips From a Serial Mover

Our senior editor has lived in twelve apartments in twelve years (and toured over 100 potential rentals). This is what she looks for in an apartment and what she avoids at all costs.

Government building design: Automation and controls 

When your client is the government, engineering design can be tricky, thanks to stepped-up regulations, budgetary concerns, and other considerations. Respondents discuss building automation and controls in government, state, municipal, federal, and military facilities.

90 Rental Apartment Decorating Ideas on A Budget

Moving to a new rental apartment can mean a big cash out. But a beautifully decorated living space doesn’t have to come with a high price. You can utilize cheap apartment decorating ideas without skimping on style if you know… Continue Reading →

Dynamic SageGlass helps government buildings meet energy-efficiency and worker comfort requirements

Electronically-tintable SageGlass®, a product of Saint-Gobain, is being incorporated into a growing number of government buildings to help public workplaces save energy and provide an improved work environment for employees.A wide variety of federal, state and local government projects ranging from homeland defense facilities to research labs have recently installed SageGlass dynamic glass to solve challenging sun glare and heat-gain problems, resulting in considerable cost and energy savings.

Millions being wasted on vacant government buildings

Spinners and Winners How much does it cost to maintain a vacant building? After rent and utility bills? Quite a lot. That's why most people who own real estate usually work hard to sell or fill up any vacant building with lease-paying tenants. But a recent study found that the government doesn'

26 Easy Ways To Help Transform A Rental Apartment

Easy, landlord-approved items to refresh your home and get your security deposit back.

Did You Budget for These Rental Apartment Fees?

List of various monthly apartment fees you may need to pay in addition to your rent.

How to Customize a Rental Apartment—and Still Get Your Security Deposit Back

These temporary updates will make your home feel customized, and you won't even have to call a contractor.

Improve The Management & Access Of Government Building Permit Records

Digitizing building permit records is critical for fast, accurate processing. Contact DRS for secure & affordable document management & data storage.