Andrea Ridout

SENIOR LIFESTYLES REPORTER

After three decades in the hardware industry and radio/TV, Andrea Ridout of Garland has become a nationally-known expert on products and processes for green home improvement. She has owned and sold three award-winning companies and has a wide breadth of knowledge from decorative hardware to gardening, eco-friendly topics to animal husbandry.

She is currently working on a new book about backyard chickens for Texas A&M Press. You can reach her at Andrea@AskAndrea.com.

By Andrea Ridout

May 09 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Eco-friendly Mother's Day gifts from local green retailers

Sunday is Mother’s Day and if your mom is as hip as you are, surprise her with an eco-friendly gift from a local merchant. When you shop local and go green, you honor not only your own mom but also this amazing planet that cares for us all. Mom will love you for it and so will Mother Earth!

Apr 17 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Chick Pics! Fowl fans flock to North Texas poultry show

The North Texas Poultry Showcase at Fair Park in Dallas celebrated growing urban interest in poultry, with diverse participation from all ages. Organized by the Dallas County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, the event featured bird and egg competitions, fostering community involvement and showcasing different poultry breeds through showmanship and artistry.

Mar 31 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Avian experts nest in tiny house in Dallas County

Wildlife trainers Lindsey and Simon McNeny live in a 192-square-foot home, "The Perch," designed for their avian companions. They run "Window to the Wild," educating on wildlife conservation. Located at Rogers Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Hutchins, the McNeny's home fosters sustainable living and avian care.

Mar 28 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Dallas movie producer launches new green film festival

Michael Cain, a prominent Dallas movie producer, is cofounding the EARTHxFilm festival with environmentalist Trammell S. Crow. The festival, part of Earth Day Texas, will feature films, workshops, and discussions on environmental issues, aiming to inspire change.

Mar 07 2017, ANDREA RIDOUT

Breadmaking secrets shared by eco-friendly baker in Navarro County

The Barefoot Baker in Navarro County, led by John Mureiko, transforms humble ingredients into bread masterpieces using eco-friendly practices. His family-run business delivers organic, non-GMO bread to Dallas. Mureiko emphasizes time and temperature in baking, offering breadmaking workshops while using a wood-fired oven and sustainable methods.