Locally owned small businesses are vital components of many thriving communities. The unique role locally owned small businesses play was never more apparent than during the pandemic, when many such establishments were forced to close, reduce their hours of operation or downsize their offerings as...
Pet ownership can be both joyous and challenging. Every pet misbehaves from time to time, but when behavior issues become part of daily life, pet owners may be wringing their hands wondering how to get to the root of the problem.
Pet owners may not realize they can contribute to common behavior...
Children may start their culinary careers crafting mud pies in their backyards, but that creativity and imagination soon may translate into foods they can actually eat. Many kids love cooking because it can be fun and messy, which are two qualities that children find hard to resist.
Parents can...
Couples attempt to adopt children for a number of reasons. Some couples look to adoption after repeated attempts to get pregnant come up empty, while others do so out of a desire to help children in difficult situations, such as those who left their home countries and who are now categorized as...
Reports of catching walleye have been limited, but try Clearwater Lake using minnows in 12-15 ft. during the day and during the evening hours in less than 12 ft. On Clearwater Lake and Lake Sylvia anglers are continuing to find crappies suspended over 20-30 ft.
Waterfowl hunters are still shooting...
Domesticated pets may have evolved from wild animals, but it has been some time since dogs were needed to hunt like wolves or domesticated cats had to survive like wild leopards or tigers. While pets can enjoy time outdoors, it's important to avoid leaving them to their own devices for too long....
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It’s never too early to think about next year’s garden!
Here are the results from the 2021 Annual Flower Trial conducted at the University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center in Morris. With nearly 500 varieties under...
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November is usually not a time most people think about doing yard work, besides raking excess leaves. However, if you want to start a bee lawn, we are near the best time of year for that task.
Seeding after the current growing season is...