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Northwest Exterminating would like to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day. We want to thank those that have given their lives for our country, as well as their families. We are very grateful for what you’ve done for this country.
Today isn’t just an extra day for the weekend or a day to catch up on chores…it’s a day to remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Please take some time today to observe those who paid the price for our freedom.
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Memorial Day from Northwest Exterminating!
We’ve recently discovered a useful tool that has helped us both inside and outside of the office. iPest is a mobile app that is beneficial not only for pest control technicians but homeowners, building managers, etc. The iPest app is a guide that was developed by researchers at the University of Florida. The app is a great tool to identify and educate yourself on common pests that are found in and around homes and businesses. iPest contains 3 series, a search tool, and color photos that can help you quickly find a particular pest.
Series:
iPest1 – cockroaches, flies, occasional invaders, and urban pest and wildlife droppings.
iPest2 – ants, beetles, termites and wood destroying insects.
iPest3 – biting, stinging, and bloodsucking arthropods.
This app has been a great tool in and outside of the office and we think it would be great for our customers as well.
Go to you app store and purchase iPest for $1.99
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!! The Christmas season can bring such happiness to people. Celebrating with loved ones, taking part in festivities and old traditions. But Northwest Exterminating realizes that all are not so fortunate and this time of year can be very stressful to those families who are struggling. This year, Northwest Exterminating is partnering with Toys for Tots to help families who can not provide gifts for their children this Christmas.
Some of our service centers will be used as a drop-site for Toys For Tots. If you would like to make a donation, please visit your local Northwest Exterminating service center by December 23 to put your toys in the Toys for Tots boxes. If you’re not sure where the closest service center is to you, visit us online. You can also visit Toys for Tots’ website for more information. Together we can help children have a happy, memorable holiday.
I bet you didn’t know that September is head lice prevention month. We talked a bit last week about how to spot lice and nits, but we’d like to talk today about treatment and prevention.
Treatment:
Prevention:
Keep in mind that lice can happen to anyone, regardless of hygiene practices, social status or race. And although lice should be treated seriously, it does not lead to any serious medical issues.
With school well on its way, the dreaded head lice are on the minds of many parents. Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp and are spread by close contact with others. Lice is known to spread quickly from person to person. Close contact and the quickness at which it spreads are reasons why when one student seems to get lice…they all seem to get lice.
Lice and their eggs, or nits, latch onto strands of hair, sometimes even eyebrows and eyelashes. Nits are tiny but still visible and often look like flakes of dandruff. Before you spot lice on your child’s head you may notice them itching their scalp or see small red bumps on their scalp, neck or shoulders. When checking your child for lice, be sure to look under a bright light while wearing disposable gloves. Part the hair down to the scalp in several small sections, searching throughout the entire head this way.
If you’ve found lice or nits in your child’s hair, treat immediately. Be sure to notify their teacher or director if they are in school. Explain to your child that lice is nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. In most cases, when treated quickly and preventative measures are taken, the lice and nits go away. Although the itching may be uncomfortable, lice does not lead to any serious medical problems.
Here is a link to a video put together by the Atlanta Area Council regarding the flag placement at the Marietta National Cemetery preparations for Memorial Day.
Over 18,000 Graves were honored by 1,596 scouts, girls and boys, as well as 623 adult scouters for a total of 2,219 on hand. The actual flag placement is over in about 45-50 minutes.
The warmer weather allows us to enjoy the great outdoors. However, we also need to remember the dangers that excessive heat can bring. Heat can be dangerous for everyone especially children and the elderly. Whether you’re enjoying time at the pool or working outside in the yard, check out our tips for staying cool this summer.
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Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day for Americans to honor our fallen soldiers. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 and first observed May 30, 1868. It is always observed on the last Monday in May each year.
Memorial Day was first used to honor the fallen Union soldiers of the American Civil War, however, after WWI it was extended to honor all wars fought by American military. Celebrations began with women decorating the graves of soldiers who had died while at war.
In December of 2000, the “National Moment of Remembrance” resolution was passed. The resolution asks Americans “To voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a Moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to ‘Taps” at 3:00 pm.
Today, the meaning of the holiday can be forgotten by the excitement of a 3 day weekend and the unofficial start of summer. Although, celebrating by spending time with our loved ones, vacationing, and cook-outs are all good ways to celebrate…let’s always remember the reason for the holiday. Visit the grave of a soldier, thank a solider or make sure to talk to your children about the brave men and women who serve our country every day.
If you live in the Powder Springs area, please come out to the Powder Springs Library, 4181 Atlanta Street, for a Memorial Day Ceremony. The keynote speaker will be a 27 year veteran who spent 20 of those years in the Army Special Forces.