Coming Soon!
How stunning is this view?! Have you been dreaming about a quiet little piece of paradise in the heart of wine country? Have you been contemplating buying vs. building custom? We will be offering four (4) build-to-suit lots in Prosser, Washington! Not a Prosser Native? The CLIMATE, the COMMUNITY and the CULTURE are just 3 reasons why people love living here.
The Good Times
Art, wine, music, theater and a multitude of events combine to create vibrant social experiences, creativity, joy, and connection. With a Historic Downtown full of small business and over 25 wineries, Prosser truly enriches lives and celebrates new traditions!
The Sunshine
Prosser is a tranquil oasis of green with its peaceful river meandering through a valley bordered by the Horse Heaven & Rattlesnake Hills. Almost 300 sunny days annually lend to a variety of outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and golf. Enjoying all 4 seasons with no weather extremes, Prosser is a great place to call home.
The People
Life in a small town with friendly people means close-knit community bonds, supportive neighbors and a slower, more fulfilling pace of life. Prosser is perfect for raising a family or retiring! When a larger city is what you need, we’re just 50 miles from Yakima and 35 miles from the Tri-Cities!
July Quote:
“July is hollyhocks and hammocks, fireworks and vacations, hot and steamy weather, cool and refreshing swims, beach picnics, and vegetables all out of the garden.”
– Jean Hershey
How Do High Temps Affect a Home?
Excessive heat can make your home a miserable place to be! Intense solar exposure can harm your home as well, causing damage to wood, paint, roofing, carpets, and furniture. In many parts of the country, we’re experiencing more frequent and extreme heat events. Unlike other types of weather damage, extreme heat does not cause sudden, dramatic harm to your home. However, heat can cause significant damage to the outside structure of housing. Paint can bubble and chip, wood siding can shrink and crack, roofs can take a beating, and foundations can shift. Heat and humidity combined can challenge the integrity of your home’s structure, potentially causing mold, mildew, and termite issues. With knowledge of where your home is susceptible to extreme temperatures, apply the following mitigation options (from ClimateCheck.com) where necessary:
- Install air conditioning (NO-BRAINER AROUND THESE PARTS!)
- Install drapes/shades on every window and door to provide insulation and block the sun. Another option is to install window tinting or use low-emissivity coating.
- Add heat control window film to reflect the sun without blocking your view.
- Install weather-stripping on doors, windows, and the often overlooked window air conditioning units to block any air gaps.
- Consider upgrading to insulated double-pane windows.
- Set up your appliances for warm summer weather. Check your refrigerator temperature and make sure it has adequate ventilation space and clean dust from cooling coils to prevent appliance overheating.
Old-Fashioned Fourth of July!
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Classic Car show check-in begins at 8am with Car show from 10am-2pm at Prosser City Park. Kiddie Parade at 10:30am – AJW team will be handing out bubble wands & water bottles!! Entertainment at 11am, including Prosser Community Band. Little Miss Prosser Pageant at 12pm on the Sylvan Stage. Old-Fashioned games in the park, BBQ, and more! Fireworks Display at Housel Middle School (weather permitting).
Have a safe & happy 4th!
Can’t-Miss Community Events
CONGRATULATIONS to last month’s winner Bill LaForce! The correct answers are below. Be sure to e-mail us your answers and get entered to win a coffee gift card!
July Questions:
- According to Guinness World Records, what’s the best-selling book of all time?
- Which month of the year is National Ice Cream Month?
June questions & answers:
What guitarist notably performed on the Michael Jackson song “Beat It”?
Answer: Eddie Van Halen
What was America’s first national park?
Answer: Yellowstone National Park
