Carving jack-o'-lanterns is a Halloween tradition that both adults and children enjoy. It's hard to resist an opportunity to carve a funny or scary face into a pumpkin that will soon make its way to the front porch, but there's another irresistible element to carving pumpkins as well.
Roasted...
Jack-o'-lanterns are one of many indelible symbols of Halloween. It's hard to pinpoint the precise origins of jack-o'-lanterns, but many historians trace the tradition to 19th century Ireland. In fact, this instantly recognizable staple of Halloween decor actually gets its name from an Irish...
Proper ventilation is one of the home’s basic necessities for becoming a comfortable living space. Ventilation maintains air quality in the home while removing excess moisture to ensure the air inside isn’t stale, damp, or downright funky.
OPEN DOORS & WINDOWS This might seem like a no-...
Millions of women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. According to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, more than 2.3 million women across the globe were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. The BCRF also notes that breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women in...
Millions of Americans are currently wearing orthodontic braces. Braces position teeth correctly for comfort and functionality, and a well-aligned smile can improve self-esteem and confidence. Braces are so commonplace that people may not think twice about them. But the field of orthodontics and the...
Sugar, Clearwater, and Sylvia Lakes are seeing a few sunfish in 8-10 ft. and crappies are suspended over 20 ft. or more or just off the weed edges on Clearwater, Lake Marie, Indian Lake, and Lake Sylvia. Fish Clearwater, Big Swan, and Cokato Lakes, with a jig or live-bait rig with minnows, to catch...
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It's garlic planting season. Here are a few quick tips to guide you.
1. Delaying planting due to heat?
We've seen mild fall conditions across the state this year, and the first frost date is significantly delayed. The standard...
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Raspberry cane borer is an occasional pest of raspberries in Minnesota. I recently visited a farm in southeast Minnesota with a moderate infestation. This borer causes the growing tips of raspberry canes to wilt and fall off as the adults...