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We're talking Revolutionary War History with Grand Caynon University History Professor Dr. David Dean!

• What is the Tory Party? What is a loyalist?
• Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist
• Defining "The Enlightenment"
• The Religions and it's influence on our nation's founders.

Discussing George Washington:

• The intersting way he became a General.
• Discussing Mt. Vernon and how he used it to entertain dignitaries.
• How Martha Washington fits into our history.
• Other interesting characters that are part of our nation's founding.

• When the Declaration of Independence was actually signed & other intersting facts.
• How religion played into the way our government was set up.
• Diving into how Jefferson came to his belief system.
• Learn about John Locke & his influence.

• Reminding you to fly you US Flag today.
• Who is considered a "Founding Father" of the US and when the term stared being used.
• The importance of James Madison to our country.

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*Jennifer recommends a stop at Satchmo's Bar & Grill in Flagstaff & we love our partner, the Molly Butler Lodge!

Thanks to Dr. Dean for stopping in and talking about the US  Indepence Day!

Gardening in summer heat with Harper's Nursery & Landscaping Company!

• Red, White & Blue flowers & plants for Independence Day.
• It's extemely hot in the Valley, all plants are suffering. If it's over 110 degrees, MORE WATER is important. Jay explains.
• Should you water during the heat of the day?
• Pruning warnings. Leave the dead growth on while it's still hot. Listen to be sure you know when and what to prune.

Caller:

• George - Will Arizona Walnuts grow down in the Valley?

Caller:

• Ken - His Palo Verde tree tipped over and he found grubs after he lost the tree. Now, he has another tree with the same problem and is wondering if it's too late for that one?

• We talk about the monsoon and how you need to get prepared out in the yard.

• Lawncare for the extreme heat during Arizona Staycation. Fertilize, thatching, etc.

Caller:

• Susan - Her African Sumac tree flowered early and hasn't reflowered. Now it's dropping leaves and not producing new growth. Should she fertilize it and what type should she use?

Email From A Listener:

• Jake Is it too late to plant dichondra?

Texts From Listeners:

• Is it too late to plant ornamental sweet potato vine?
• They have a bag of fertilizer that says not to fertilize if it's over 80 degrees.......Is that right?

• Talking through what plants will do well here and how to strategically enjoy color year round and what we can learn from people in colder climates. 
• Tips on preparing for monsoon winds.

Callers:

• Wayne - He has sissou trees and has been watering them twice a day and he still thinks it might need more water.......(Hint: He does)

• Roland - They want to get rid of a sissou tree stump to kill it, but has concerns with the trunk being close to edible plants in his garden. What should he do?

• Some last minute tips for dealing with extreme heat and planting red, white and blue flowers.

Pick up plants for your home at Harper's Nursery & Landscaping Company.

• Rosie shares a CONSUMER ALERT for homeowners called "Jugging." Be careful at the ATM!

Caller:

• Hector - He has one room in his home that he can't cool off. He feels like he has a big enough AC unit to get the job done.

(He can call Isley's Home Service for help)

• Rosie runs through a list of options that will help keep a hot room more comfortable.

Callers:

• Leonard - His home is warming up several degrees overnight and wonders if we know why.

• Sam - He wants our recommendation on roof coatings....white or silver?

• We give Diamondback tickets away to a listener who knew our U.S.A. Flag question from the last segment.

Callers:

• Michael - When his air intake cuts off and he's hearing a loud thump when it shuts off. He's put in new high-efficiency filters, lately. Is that what's causing it?

• Bob - He is considering more insulation in his attic and wants to know what we think of spray on foam as an option?

(He needs an Whole Home Energy Audit and can call Green ID or REEis Home Performance & Air Conditioning and for the insulation, reach out to Banker Insulation)

• John - He got a flyer for a backup generator for his home. His wife wants it and he wants our opinion?

Caller:

• Wendy - She had Advanced Home Systems out, plus she also had solar panels installed with Harmon Solar too. She had Steve back out and changes her plan after the solar was installed. She is extremely happy with Steve and all the work they've done that saves her so much money!!

Letter From a Listener:

• Ashley - What is the best type of garden hose he should buy?

• For Independence Day Jennifer shares what each fold of the USA flag means and how to properly store it.
• The correct way to display the flag in a group of other flags.
• Pick up an American Made USA flag at Valley Forge Flag.

Home Security Tips During Summer Travel:

• Statistics and the point of entry.
• Security Doors and other obstacles that could keep you safe.
• Warnings for common hide-a-key tools that don't work and one that will.

• Jennifer has more about storing the US Flag and what 3 more of the folds mean.

Caller:

• Susan - She has some damage from cats claw and wants to know how she can get it removed and what type of repairs she may need?

*Daves Adobe Painting should be able to help her when it's all cleaned up.

Email From a Listener:

• James - He has before and after photos on the white/silver paint coatings from last hour. We share his findings.

• More on folding the USA flag properly and storing.
• Back to home security wtih Rosie while you vacation this summer.

Callers:

• Chuck - He heard us talking about silver(aluminum) versus white roof coatings. He likes the aluminum because it's oil-based paint and explains why.

• Romey talks more about flags and more rules for displaying them.

• Matt - He's had 2 Whole Home Energy Audits and wants to know what we think of the 2 recommendations that he was advised to do.

• Our final round of tips for properly displaying and storing the flag for the USA.
• Wrapping up our security tips and where you can find them.

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