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States Weigh Economic vs Health Toll of COVID-19

After a couple days of lower numbers, both the death toll and number of coronavirus cases saw a bump in the past 24 hours.
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Day 53 of Quarantine: We Fall Back on TV for Entertainment

Our lives remain quiet, for which we are thankful but also looking forward to reopening. We spend our time with books, TV, YouTube and look for a new home.
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COVID-19 Cases Improve, Economy Worsens

Cases and deaths from COVID-19 continued to drop, but bankruptcies are climbing.
Baking is a great way to cut costs during a recession. Photo by Nadya Spetnitskaya on Unsplash.

How to Prep for a Recession

Coronavirus is creating a recession in the U.S. and around the world. Prepare for it while you still can.
Social distancing sign. Photo by LOGAN WEAVER on Unsplash.

COVID-19 Cases and Deaths Drop

COVID-19 cases and deaths dropped in the U.S. and globally as reopening gradually spreads.

Our Philosophy

Prepping can be approached from many perspectives. We’re not here to tell you what is right or wrong — it’s a big tent...
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COVID-19 Growth Rate Drops Across Most States

Reported cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. continued to hold steady with 30,000 new cases in the past 24 hours.  This is an increase...
Bird flu is driving up the cost of eggs again.

50 Days in Quarantine: More Groceries and Lessons Learned

After more than seven weeks in self-isolation, we pick up groceries and review lessons learned so far.
You can see the curve flatten in data on NY COVID-19 cases from syracuse.com

Reopening Continues as States Relax Rules

May 1st saw a number of stay-home orders expire. Whether you think they are good policy or bad, people are weary and frustrated with the restrictions.
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Why you Need a Lanyard when the SHTF

When the loss of a tool of accessory could put you in a bind, using a lanyard is a great idea.