Madison Life Hacks

How to Responsibly Dispose of Holiday Waste

From torn up wrapping paper to that wilting Christmas tree dropping pine needles all over your rug, here are some tips for recycling and responsibly disposing of holiday waste.

Adrian GonzálezDec 29, 2025

Tips For Having a Healthy Holiday Season in 2025

How to stay healthy during the 2025 holiday season in Wisconsin.

Francisco KilgoreDec 3, 2025

Tips to Keep Your Home Winter Ready

Here’s what to do in the case of an emergency and tips for conserving energy and costs this winter.

These Life Hacks Will Help You Make the Most of Madison

Whether you're a newcomer to Madison or a lifelong resident, you should know these local tips and tricks, from where to find a clean public bathroom downtown to going to the Bolz Conservatory in the winter.

Rob ThomasAug 20, 2025

How To Responsibly Dispose of Holiday Waste in Madison

When the holiday season rolls around, gifts and trash can pile up. From torn up wrapping paper to that wilting Christmas tree dropping pine needles all over your living room rug, here are some tips for recycling and responsibly disposing of holiday waste.

Adrian GonzálezDec 26, 2024

Safely Share Wisconsin’s Roads with Wildlife This Winter

Driving during the winter season’s extreme weather conditions is already dangerous. This time of year can be especially tricky for avoiding animal-vehicle collisions. Here are some tips for avoiding accidents with animals in and around Madison.

Tips for Winter Driving in Madison

Whether you’re new to winter in Madison, or you’ve been putting snow chains on your tires all your life, everyone could benefit from a reminder on how to safely navigate Madison’s icy roads.

The Best Ways to Beat The Heat

Ava WojnowskiJun 24, 2024

How to Make Your Own Air Purifier

You can have clean, purified air without breaking the bank. Here’s how you can make an air purifier at home with just a few simple items.

Adrian GonzálezMay 20, 2024

How to Beat a Parking Ticket in Madison

Living in Madison, three things are certain: death, taxes, and parking tickets.

Hayley SperlingApr 15, 2024

Prepare Your Madison Home For Allergy Season

'Tis the season for sneezing! Don't let spring time allergens get the best of you. Here's how to prepare your house to keep pollen and mites at bay. Your sinuses will thank you.

Natalia AldanaMar 11, 2024

How to Get Paxlovid for Free

Feeling under the weather? You're not alone. COVID-19 is making the rounds but thankfully, Paxlovid can help fight it. But it's not cheap. Here’s how to get the medicine for free or at a reduced cost.

Adrian GonzálezMar 7, 2024