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Chances are strong that some cobwebs and dust have formed in these ar- eas. Always begin cleaning by working from the top downward so you don't have to clean any tables countertops or fl oors twice. Static- charged dusting cloths work well to catch and contain dust. Use a pillowcase on ceiling fan blades to clear the dust and keep it from cas- cading to the fl oor. 2. Blinds and curtains Heavy window treatments can be removed and replaced with more gauzy fabrics. This lets in more light and warmth from the sun. Many curtains can be freshened up right in the laundry, but blinds may require a bit more effort. If the blinds can be snapped out of the brackets, place them in a tub full of vinegar, dish soap and water. Allow them to soak and then rinse with the shower nozzle. Stationary blinds can be cleaned with using an old sock over your hand dipped in a vinegar-and-water solution. 3. Change linens Remove and launder bed linens. While the linens are in the wash, thoroughly dust all furniture and vacuum the carpets. Move furni- ture so you can reach areas where dust gath- ers, such as under the bed or dresser. 4. Grout cleaner Grade school science lessons can be put to use as you look to remove stubborn dirt. Combining baking soda and vinegar pro- duces a reaction that causes the formation of gassy bubbles. These bubbles can help to break up dirt that clings to crevices, such as grout between tiles. Some light scrubbing and then subsequent rinsing can rid surfaces of hard-to-remove dirt. 5. Vacuum vent intakes Many houses are heated by forced-air systems. The air intake vents can become clogged with dust and other debris. Vacuum these vents so that air fl ow is not impeded. Let the heat run for a few minutes to catch any small particles that become dislodged, and then change the furnace fi lter. 6. Clean out the refrigerator Now is a great time to remove any of those mystery containers growing fuzzy experi- ments in the back of the refrigerator. Take the food out of the refrigerator and use a food- safe cleaner to scour the shelves and inside of crisper drawers. Spring cleaning is a necessary task, but it doesn't have to be a headache. Break up the work into manageable chunks of time, and projects won't feel like such a hassle. Page 18 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, April 6-April 12, 2017 C onsumers' appetites for local foods are growing, and restaurants have taken notice. Today, many local businesses, including farms and restaurants, have mutually exclusive relationships that make it possible for local residents to enjoy nutritious, locally produced meals. According to the market research fi rm Pack- aged Facts, local foods generated $11.7 bil- lion in sales in 2014 and will climb to $20.2 billion by 2019. Farm-to-table remains a grow- ing trend that benefi ts farmers, restaurateurs and consumers. This is evidenced by the ris- ing number of farmers markets cropping up in neighborhoods all across the country, as well as the niche offerings by regional food pur- veyors. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says that, in the last 20 years, the number of farmers markets has grown by more than 350 percent. Many consumers are now choosing "local" for dining at home and when dining out, and this is making a major impact on the nation's food systems. Foodies as well as industry experts predict that the local foods movement is a permanent and mainstream trend. In 2014, the National Restaurant Association found the desire for local foods dominated its "Top Food Trends." The most in-demands foods include locally sourced meats and seafood as well as locally sourced produce. Consumers also are inter- ested in farm/estate-branded foods. Some restaurants are even producing "hyper-local" food, or herbs and produce grown right on the property. As the demand for local foods has evolved, so has the term "local foods." "Local" can be a wide-ranging term that refers to foods pro- duced in a particular town, state or even re- gion. The 2008 Farm Act defi nes a "locally or regionally produced agricultural food product" as one that is marketed less than 400 miles from its origin. However, a few states have established more stringent rules that indicate "local" constitutes food produced within the borders of a state or within a small perimeter of the state. The growing preference for locally produced foods is great news for the farmers and small food producers that have long fought for foot- ing among the mega-importers. According to the trade publication Produce Business, even though "local" does not place limits on the size of the farm, the growing desire among consumers to go local is benefi tting many small and midsized farms, as consumers are increasingly buying foods grown closer to where they live. In addition to meats, fruits and vegetables, consumers can fi nd many locally made items that expand the potential for farm-to-table. These include, but are not limited to, artisanal cheeses, wines, beer, baked goods, milk and other dairy, and honey. Local, sustainable foods are in demand, helping not only local restaurants and mer- chants, but also the small and medium farms that service these establishments. Farm to table business is booming Six easy spring cleaning projects 062917 FOR LAWNMOWERS! FOR LAWNMOWERS! Replacement Parts Center! 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