Aug. 11 is 811 Day — a national reminder that before you grab a shovel to plant a tree, install a fence or break ground on a new yard project, there’s one simple and crucial step that can prevent ...

Spring is in the air and for many of us, that means tackling outdoor projects — whether planting a new tree, installing a fence or upgrading our landscaping. But before grabbing that shovel, there’s ...

“Dig Safe, it’s smart, it’s free and it’s the law.” Many will recognize those words spoken by Roger Cook, the late, beloved landscaper from PBS’ “This Old House,” extolling the virtues of a free ...

Warmer temperatures have finally arrived, and before springing into outdoor home projects, Nicor Gas is reminding customers and communities to “call before you dig” in observance of Safe Digging Month ...