As the weather turns warmer please remember these simple tips to keep you safe and enjoying the outdoors.

* Move the grill away from siding, decking, and other things that can catch fire.

* Stay with the grill the entire time you're cooking.

* Use long-handled barbecue tools when cooking on the grill.

* Use a metal screen over wood-burning fires to keep sparks from floating out.

* Wood burning ... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo of the day: when I went over to make some detail photographs of Independent’s new truck, I was not expecting to see this plaque fixed to its side. It stopped me dead in my tracks. It gave me pause to afford Ted Jensen some well deserved respect. I think everyone who sets foot on this vehicle in service to our community brings honor to his name every day. (Photo credit to Jon Adams)... (Full Story & Photos)