Careless smoking: A tragedy waiting to happen

Photo: This destruction was caused by a carelessly discarded cigarette. If you were in this room, you likely would not have made it out alive. By Jen LongaeckerPublic Information Officer I’ll admit it: I was the stinky kid in middle school. I grew up in a house with parents who smoked inside. I didn’t realize […]

The Benefits of Smoke-Free Housing Policies

Wondering about the benefits of converting your rentals to non-smoking units? Look at all the great reasons why property owners and managers are opting for smoke-free policies.

Hot Topics in Smoke-Free Housing

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Join Live Smoke Free, the Dakota County Public Health Department, and special guests for a free lunch and learn workshop: “Hot Topics in Smoke-Free Housing” Thursday, March 12, 12-1:30pm Dakota County CDA, Boardroom 1228 Town Centre Drive, Eagan, MN 55123 *Lunch from Panera Bread is on us! RSVP to Jackie at 651-646-3005 ext. 325 or […]

Minnesota Fire Headlines Renew Calls to Take it Outside

Fire investigators move through the remains of the burned-out home in Maple Grove.

Minnesota Fire Headlines Renew Calls to Take it Outside The first month of 2020 came with fire headlines that remind Minnesota renters, property owners, and property managers, why smoke-free housing is vital to fire prevention. On January 6, 2020, WCCO reported, “The Number of Fire Deaths In Minnesota Increased By 14% Last Year.” The article […]