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On January 8, 2019   /   News You can Use  
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Looking for something different to do? Why not check out the Super Blood Wolf Moon? This month there will be a lunar eclipse visible from NW Indiana. Lemon Lake in Crown Point will be open and hosting this event on January 20th from 9:30p to Midnight. This is a great idea for a family or a date night, check it out!

Click here for details.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS!

On December 21, 2018   /   News You can Use  
MERRY CHRISTMAS!

A Visit from St. Nicholas

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The children were nestled all snug in their beds;
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap,
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window, I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow,
Gave a luster of midday to objects below,
When what to my wondering eyes did appear,
But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer,
With a little old driver so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick.
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name:
“Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!”
As leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky;
So up to the housetop the coursers they flew
With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too—
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;
A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
His eyes—how they twinkled! his dimples, how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow;
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a little round belly
That shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight—
“Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”
 
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On August 10, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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Don’t let this summer pass you by without visiting one of our local farmer’s markets. These markets offer local produce, handmade items, fresh fruit, beautiful flowers and more. Included is information on five local markets but there are many to choose from. Visit townplanner.com for the full list of farmers markets in NWI.

Munster – 8-2p Sundays through October 11
Saint John – 8-1p Sundays through October 25
Crown Point – 8-1p Saturdays through September 26
Highland – 9-1p Saturdays through October 17
Whiting – 8-2p Saturdays through October 31

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On June 28, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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The 4th of July is right around the corner and Munster, IN will be having TWO parades! The Munster Fire Department is hosting a Kids Parade on the 4th at 10a. Children may decorate their bikes, wagons and big wheels for the parade. There will be prizes and refreshments. Click HERE for more information. Beginning at 2p the Munster Lion’s Club will be sponsoring the town’s 4th of July parade down Calumet and onto Ridge. Rapid Pest Solutions will be walking so come out and see our GIANT SPIDER on top of the truck. Click HERE for more information.
Rapid Pest Solutions wishes you a Happy and Safe 4th of July!

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On June 15, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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It’s that time of year – ST. THOMAS MORE FEST is coming this week! Beginning Wednesday, June 20th at 5p and running through Sunday, June 24 at 10p, you can enjoy all that the fest has to offer – food, games, rides, and bands. Click HERE for a detailed schedule of bands and hours. Rapid Pest Solutions is proud to have volunteered mosquito service for the festival. So, take the family for a fun outing, right here in our hometown, Munster, Indiana.

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On June 8, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN TO DO WITH THE KIDS? Check out the Touch A Truck – Ride A Bike event at Community Park in Munster. Next Friday, June 15th, beginning at 10a you can check out all the vehicles that are used around the city, including police cars and firetrucks. At noon you can ride a bike around the obstacle course and get a FREE bike helmet. There will also be concessions and entertainment. Click HERE for more information.

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On May 11, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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TERMITE SEASON IS HERE – DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR?
There are several signs that will help you identify a termite problem. They include mud tubes, frass, discarded wings, wood damage and swarmers. If you’re unsure what these signs look like check out the information at PestWorld.org. Rapid Pest Solutions can provide free inspections and estimates. Termites are a real problem in this area. Don’t let your home fall victim to their hunger!

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On April 3, 2018   /   News You can Use  
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WILDLIFE SERVICES! Rapid Pest Solutions offers humane and affordable wildlife trapping and removal. Need work done to repair the damage from an animal visitor? WE DO THAT, TOO! Inspections and estimates are FREE.
If you’re looking for more information on how to keep wildlife out of your home, check out the link below.
Humane Society of the United States

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TERMITE AWARENESS WEEK

On March 2, 2018   /   News You can Use  
TERMITE AWARENESS WEEK

Date/Time

March 11-17, 2018

4 FACTS ABOUT TERMITES

  1. They live in colonies underground with as many as 2 million members.
  2. A termite colony eats non-stop. 24/7/365.
  3. The total weight of all the termites in the world is more than that of all the humans in the world.
  4. Termites not only eat wood, but wallpaper, plastics and fabric made from plants.

 

4 WAYS TO HELP PREVENT TERMITES

  1. Because termites thrive on moisture it is important to keep water accumulation away from your homes foundation.
  2. Store firewood at least 20 feet away from the home.
  3. Keep mulch at least 15 inches from the foundation.
  4. Reduce humidity inside the home by properly ventilating crawl spaces, attics and basements. This will help prevent termite swarms.
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