Salt is a staple in almost every kitchen, but you may be wasting all its potential. Its absorbent properties and coarse ...

You’ve scrubbed the counters, mopped the floors, and lit a candle—but something still smells off. It’s one of the most frustrating things about cleaning: the house looks spotless, yet the air tells a ...

Walking into a house that smells fresh and inviting sets the mood for all the activities within it. A pleasant aroma makes...

Your dishwasher is one of the hardest-working appliances in your home, making cleanup after family dinners and garden ...

These are the results of the monthly Portage County Health Department business inspections for September 2025.

Violations marked as priority contribute directly to the elimination, prevention or reduction in the hazards associated with foodborne illness. Priority violations include prevention of contamination, ...

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Three Polk County restaurants were temporarily closed by inspectors during the first two weeks of September, and for two of ...

With autumn comes the wet weather and the heavy rainfall can lead to drains becoming rapidly blocked with fallen leaves, branches, and various debris. Kitchen waste such as fat, oil, rice, and food ...

Violations marked as priority contribute directly to the elimination, prevention or reduction in the hazards associated with foodborne illness. Priority violations include prevention of contamination, ...