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Laying down life is greatest love

On this date in 1941, the Polish priest Maximilian Kolbe died in Auschwitz in place of a stranger. ...

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Why do chipmunks chip? Could be signal for danger on the ground

My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask.

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The 6 best days of summer are upon us

Sunday is the last day of “The six best days of summer” — the Freeborn County Fair.  ...

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Reflect on the past year’s gardens

Now that the month of August is upon us, I have time to reflect back on the gardens ...

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Great horned owls can eat prey either whole or in separate parts

My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask.

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Lilies heat up the gardens with color

The late summer gardens take on a different color palate with the vibrant colors of the summer flowers ...

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How to hold up in today’s world

Life can be hard for all of us at times. Things can happen in our lives and in ...

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Two special museum events in Aug.

The museum will have special extended hours during the Freeborn County Fair, and admission to the museum and ...

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Area 4-H’er returns as summer intern

Guest Column by Krystle Lonning I just can’t give it up, it’s in my blood. That’s why I’m ...

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Dust baths help birds absorb oil and keep feathers in top condition

My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask. “Everything is nearly copacetic. They took honey ...

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Flowers are the jewels of nature

When I came across this quote from George Croly, I thought, “Now doesn’t that just really define July?” ...

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Honoring women gardeners in life

Every gardening year has challenges that I have to meet head-on; some are easy while others can be ...

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Live-trapping skunks is the most effective way of removing them

My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask.

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Be a part of something better

The nightly news, regardless of the network, begins with the words, “Good Evening,” and then for the next ...

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Gardens will explode with color

In late May and early June the spring flowers in their pastel colors are gorgeous and then in ...

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