Get ready to start your engines, Halloween lovers. Decoration season is about to begin and it’s looking bigger than ever. As USA TODAY has previously explored, Halloween does, in fact, seem to be coming earlier every year. But, with 12-foot skeletons and murderous doll decor to look forward to, how can we blame the enthusiasts?…
Like many other trees from Australia, the macadamia thrives in Hawaii. Others suited to the Islands are many grevillea, melaleuca, callistemon and eucalyptus species. When it comes to our favorite nut, many folks on the mainland think of macadamia nut trees are native to Hawaii, but here we know it is an Australian tree that…
(BPT) Whether you’re thinking about selling your home or just making some updates, it’s always smart to consider renovations that will enhance the enjoyment of your home and increase your property’s long-term value. One key improvement many homeowners consider is updating their home’s flooring to solid or engineered hardwood, an investment that can maximize a…
Home Improvement Plus, tips for removing solid stain from your deck. Send your home improvement questions to [email protected]. Using a solvent remover can soften up vinyl siding and allow the discoloration to become engrained in the siding itself. By Mark Philben — Globe Correspondent July 10, 2024 Q. I have a vinyl-sided home. A handyman…
The Garden Club of Minneapolis has a long history in Minnesota, beginning during the early years of World War II as a way for men who did not see combat to create community and personal gardens. Becky DeLaCruz (she/her), chair of marketing and promotions, described the progression from the exclusive Men’s Garden Club of Minneapolis…
Share Tweet Share Share Email Introduction When it comes to enhancing the beauty and value of your home, few things are as impactful as a fresh coat of paint. However, achieving that perfect finish requires more than just picking up a brush and a can of paint. It…
FALLS CHURCH, VA — The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation has announced the six plumbing students who received top honors in the plumbing championship held June 26th and 27th in Atlanta, Ga. at the annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. Plumbing Championship Winners 1st Place Secondary – Wyatt Zeleny, High School Academy – Metropolitan…
Understanding the grasshopper life cycle can help explain why we are seeing high numbers of grasshoppers and why they are so difficult to manage. Grasshopper embryos begin to develop within eggs immediately after they are deposited by adults and they must reach a certain stage of development before entering a period of dormancy in the…
