Teen drivers crash three times more often than drivers age 20 years or older per mile driven. But what leads to that higher accident rate? And, what can you do as a parent to try and help your teens avoid accidents or incidents? Speeding - For...
Heavy rain, storm surge, hurricanes and other severe weather events can lead to devastating floods that cause extensive damage. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), flood damage totaled over $8 billion in 2017 and many of the affected areas are still recovering...
May 20 - June 6, 2019 It is time for our annual collection of food for the Gemma E. Moran Food Bank! From May 20 - June 6, we will be accepting donations of non-perishable goods through this fun competition with other local businesses. The food...
What is the Healthy Homes Fund Surcharge? Hello homeowners! As your 2019 policies are renewing, I am sure you have noticed a new $12 charge that was not there before: the Healthy Homes Fund Surcharge. Effective January 1, 2019 until December 31, 2029, a bill was...
Winter Driving Tips The snow, sleet, and freezing rain are heading our way which means the roads can be scary and dangerous place to be. Winter storms and bad road conditions lead to almost $500,000 crashes every year according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety....
It's Flood Friday! Time to learn about an important policy you need to stay protected! Floods are the #1 natural disaster in the United States. While some regions, such as coastal areas, are more flood-prone than others, the unpredictability of climate change exposes all property to...
Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues in homes across the country, and they're not just annoying—they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher bills. SAVA wants you to save money! The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star program estimates that...
Turkey Day Fun Facts In 1953, Swanson had so much extra turkey (260 tons) that a salesman told them they should package it onto aluminum trays with other sides like sweet potatoes — and the first TV dinner was born! The NFL started the Thanksgiving Classic...
Planning to hit the road for the Thanksgiving holiday to visit with family or friends? You won’t be alone. The AAA forecasts 42.5 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, marking a 4% increase over last year....
Did You Know? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this nasty habit kills over 480,000 people each year and this number continues to rise. With all the health risks associated with smoking, it’s important to extinguish your smoking habit for good! Here...