Just like hamburgers and hot dogs, a sizzling grill is a symbol of summer and grilling isn’t just about great food. Backyard barbecues often create treasured memories with friends and family. Keep in mind, however, that when you grill, you’re literally playing with fire. Thousands of residents each year learn this the hard way, suffering […]

As the second Sunday of May nears, it’s time to think of ways to celebrate mothers - although, of course, that’s a worthy pursuit at any time of year! At Novallus Insurance Brokers, we thought it would be fun to give you a little of the history behind Mother’s Day, as well as a few […]

When springtime rolls around in Minnesota, almost everyone thinks of cleaning. Personally, I think of GETTING OUTSIDE! Okay, back to cleaning...that’s fine (we probably all need to do a little more of that, after all), but there’s something even more important to keep in mind: home maintenance. So, when it’s time to set your clocks […]

People are thinking more and more about the environment — whether it’s something that affects the quality of life here in the Twin Cities or global issues such as climate change and extreme weather. But more importantly, people aren't content with simply thinking about these things any more. They’re focused on taking action. Earth Day, […]

Spring is right around the corner, and the warmer weather often prompts people in the Twin Cities to hop in their cars for weekend (or longer) road trips. Unfortunately, too many of those trips will end up being memorable for the wrong reasons, due to crashes and other risks that drivers face anytime they hit […]

In most places in the United States, March 8 is Daylight Saving, when clocks are moved forward one hour. We here at Novallus Insurance Brokers want to remind you it’s also a great time to improve your family’s safety. Take 10 minutes and check these 3 things every time your clock changes: Smoke Alarms: Health […]