Keeping a thermometer in every freezer and refrigerator will help homeowner track their food's temperature, according to the CDC. "The refrigerator should be at 40°F or below," the CDC website reads.

Are charred and smoked meats safe to eat? -Grilling is now popular during the summer months and it's encouraged to be outside to get sunlight. When food is heated at high temps for a long period ...

Unfortunately, it’s that time to think about preparing for winter weather.

Last weekend a friend and I hiked up to an enchanting lake in the Mission Mountains Wilderness. As we settled down to a lakeside picnic, I noticed the container of ...

Stay safe near the water. Make sure your family is following best water safety practices while out on the lakes or rivers this summer! Click here for 4 News Now's previous coverage on how to keep ...

The Cowlitz County 4-H Robotics Team known as the Blazing Bots took home a trophy that advanced them to state competition in their the first time outing as a team ...

Home Food Services has some advice on keeping your food fresh as long as possible: Be prepared: Freeze jugs of water ahead of time. Use them to keep the fridge cool during a power outage.