Few things in nature are as breathtaking as a beautiful landscape. That beauty is perhaps one reason why many homeowners spend so much time and expend so much effort on their lawns and gardens. Though plenty of homeowners love spending time in the yard, others may not be so inclined. For the latter group, low-maintenance […]
Spring marks the return of lawn and garden season. Lawns often bear the brunt of winter’s wrath, so spring is a great time to nurse them back to health, and fertilizing can be an essential component of that process. Fertilizing a lawn can be intimidating. An array of fertilizers, with each seemingly designed to address […]
Imagine you’re walking in the woods at night and you spot a small, furry critter with a long snout and a rat-like tail. Don’t be alarmed – it’s just an opossum! Opossums, also known as possums, are native to the Americas and can be found in North and South America. They are the only marsupials […]
The annual Viking’s Day Festival in Ashville, Ohio may the ideal way to celebrate the start of spring if you’re searching for a fun, educational, and family-friendly event. The event is set up in Ashville Park, which is located close to the elementary school in the heart of the village. Participants are invited to bring […]
Hobbies provide an opportunity to learn new skills, meet people, earn a little extra money, and keep minds sharp. Peruse the aisles of a home improvement retailer or craft store and you’re likely to find many different ideas for keeping busy. When visiting the yarn aisle of a favorite shop, shoppers may be inspired to […]
Plants often are only as strong as the soil in which they grow. While certain greenery may thrive no matter where it’s planted, soil conditions are often key to successful growing. Sodic soil is one condition people may experience at home or in commercial farming operations. Sodic soils, sometimes called saline-alkali soils or dispersive soils, […]
Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant the weather may be. All that hard work ensures individuals who live in rural, urban and suburban communities have constant, readily available access to healthy foods. Such devotion merits support, and […]
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO — At OhioHealth Berger Hospital, student participants from Project Search provide vital assistance to healthcare workers while learning new skills on the job. Project Search is an international program that connects high school students who have physical or developmental disabilities with employers who provide internships that teach practical skills. OhioHealth has hosted many […]
Each March, Daylight Saving Time (DST) is welcomed by millions of people in the Northern Hemisphere, especially those who lament the lack of sunlight when leaving their offices in the evenings throughout winter. The future of DST is an open question in the United States and elsewhere, but the clock switching that is synonymous with […]