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Rhubarb was imported from China as a medicinal plant. Since then, people have disagreed on what rhubarb should be classified as. Botanically it is a vegetable, but people use it as a fruit. In fact, New York state legally declared it a fruit. Many call it the “pie plant.” Whatever it is considered...
Memorial Day is celebrated annually on the last Monday of May across the United States. The proximity of Memorial Day to the summer solstice has led many to view the weekend preceding the holiday as the unofficial kickoff to summer. However, Memorial Day is about more than backyard barbecues and...
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer for millions of people across the country. Backyard barbecues are a staple of Memorial Day weekend, and such informal gatherings contribute much to the laid back vibe of this beloved three-day weekend.
Backyard barbecues may be all about...
Motorcycles account for a small percentage of the total number of vehicles on the road. Despite that, a National Safety Council analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicates that motorcyclists accounted for 14 percent of all traffic fatalities, 17 percent of all...
Pet owners’ devotion to their companion animals is evidenced in the lengths modern pet parents go to keep their furry friends happy and healthy. A recent survey from GOBankingRates found that 70 percent of pet owners spent between $600 and $1,200 on their pets in 2023, which underscores how...
Parents recognize the strong bonds children form with their pets. The unconditional love companion animals offer can be just what kids need at the end of a school day, and it’s hard for people of any age to resist cuddle time with a cat or a game of fetch with Fido.
Pets also can provide a way to...
Crowded pickleball courts are a testament to the popularity of a sport that has taken many communities by storm. A 2023 report from the Sports & Fitness Industry Association indicates just under nine million people played pickleball in 2022, which marked a stunning 159 percent increase in...
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“Tomatl”, “poison apple” and “love apple” are all early names for the beloved — and delicious — tomato (Solanum lypersicum).
While eaten by the Aztecs in 700 A.D., the British grew this wrangling...
Minnesota gardeners are experiencing a streak of hot weather — 90s during the day, 70s at night. This can make gardening challenging for plants — and gardeners. Here are some do’s and don’ts for...
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed that the lily leaf beetle, Lilioceris lilii, has been identified in Minnesota for the first time. Discovered in St. Paul, a resident...
Clearwater, Lake Sylvia, Maple Lake, Indian Lake, and Sugar Lake are producing sunfish during the day and crappies during the evenings in 8 to 14 feet.
Most mornings be looking for bass on the 10- to...
Gardens in Drummerland are well into production; berries are ready for picking. Lots of fresh produce to be found at the area Farmers Markets and produce stands. Here are a few recipes utilizing the...
Though cities could not host their usual fireworks shows on the Fourth of July due to COVID-19, that did not stop locals from celebrating with their own pyrotechnics. A variety of fireworks could be...
The annual ski and boat parade on Lake Pulaski took place on July 4, and the event had a successful turnout. Twenty-two boats participated in the parade, with twelve of them using patriotic themes....
Wright County is slated to receive approximately $16.5 million to be used to help dampen the economic impact brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak. This is federal money authorized by the Coronavirus...
Anyone who has visited the Wright County Government Center this week has likely noticed a new addition – a large red, white and blue container similar to a mailbox.
It is the county’s drop-off spot...
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