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Kentucky is in our hearts, not just in our name. That’s why it’s important to us to help you navigate life’s mishaps. Welcome to Life’s Blueprints, a blog by Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance. Here, you’ll find information that will help keep you and your loved ones safe and savvy – whether you’re on the road or at home.
 

Why should you recycle your used tires?

Why should you recycle your used tires?

Tires were built to be indestructible. While that’s great for your vehicle, it’s bad news for the Earth. So what exactly happens to our tires once we're done with them?

Don't toss that! 5 items that should never go in the trash

Don't toss that! 5 items that should never go in the trash

Have you ever wondered what to do with dead batteries, broken electronics, and burnt-out light bulbs? Read on to find out which common household items often wrongfully end up in the trash – and what you should do with them instead.

5 gadgets anyone can use for a safer, smarter home

5 gadgets anyone can use for a safer, smarter home

Embracing smart home technology can seem incredibly daunting at first, but through simple, app-based controls, professional installation services, and affordable price points, anyone can make their home a little more intelligent.

Do you have a live Christmas tree? Here's one way you can recycle it

Do you have a live Christmas tree? Here's one way you can recycle it

Through a program called “Christmas for the Fishes,” the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife (KDFW) collects discarded Christmas trees to create fish habitats.

Could your home have an elevated level of radon?

Could your home have an elevated level of radon?

Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevated radon levels, according to the EPA.    

7 tips to reduce your home heating costs during winter

7 tips to reduce your home heating costs during winter

Your wallet will thank you for reading up on these quick and simple energy efficiency tips.