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The trend towards winter gardening that has been so popular in Europe has been embraced by enthusiastic gardeners in North America. "Each year we see the growth of winter planting as novice and experienced gardeners experiment with either colorful containers or creating outdoor winter gardens," sai... More ...
Spray herbicides now while turf is dormant By ROBERT N. BREWER, JR. Lawn care tends to be the last thing on homeowners' minds during the winter. But a University of Georgia expert says this actually the best time to rid your lawn of pesky weeds. UGA weed specialist Tim Murphy has been helping homeowners and professionals kill weeds in Southern turf grasses for mor... More ...
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is looking for a few good ears. Volunteers are needed to help the Commission monitor frog and toad populations statewide through the North Carolina Calling Amphibian Survey Program. The program, now in its second year of implementation, has 64 survey routes a... More ... Tax tips to save you money Many people anxiously await the arrival of spring, a welcome respite from winter weather thanks to its moderate climate and the rebirth of wildlife and foliage. But while spring does usher in bluer skies, it also marks the arrival of April 15, otherwise known as Tax Day. More ... Senior News Line Brain training works By MATILDA CHARLES There have been a number of studies that show how "brain stretcher" exercises can improve cognitive abilities, but none have shown these exercises actually carry over to help in everyday life - until now. More ... From Start to Fitness Husband-wife workout By ANDREA RENEE WYATT, Q: My husband and I both retired recently, and we decided to begin to exercise together. We have different strengths and personal goals and don't want to hold the other back, but we really want to do this as a team. Is possible for both of us to work out together and still reach our individual fitn... More ... Paw's Corner Giveaway pets By SAM MAZZOTTA Q: Far too often, I scan through my local newspaper or online classifieds only to see ad after ad offering free puppies, kittens, birds ... you name it. Last week someone was trying to give away an entire chicken coop! I think that these ads are inappropriate, and that people should take care of th... More ... To Your Good Health Children can have cholesterol problems By PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My daughter, age 12, has a cholesterol level of 216. Her pediatrician says this is too high. thought that 200 was normal, and she's not far from that. The doctor wants to recheck her. If her number stays the same, what would you recommend? don't like the idea of giving her drugs. ... More ...
Window sheeting won't behave By SAMANTHA MAZZOTTA ºQ: I am trying to put plastic sheets across my windows to keep the cold air from coming in. However, the masking tape I'm using will not stay put. It just keeps peeling off the window frame. How can I get this sheeting to stay up? - George P., Springfield, Mass. More ... Dollars and Sense Long-distance callers due IRS refund By DAVID UFFINGTON Don't forget to claim your tax refund on telephone longdistance charges when you prepare your taxes. It's not often we get something good from the Internal Revenue Service, and while this isn't a gift, it is a way to get back some of the money you've paid. More ... Senior security The Institute for Continuing Learning (ICL) at Young Harris College is sponsoring a series of seminars this winter called Senior Security. Everyone is invited to attend, members and nonmembers alike. There is no charge. The third seminar is about Identity Theft and will be held on Saturday, Feb. 3,... More ... |
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