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Show your heart some love —because a healthy heart means a healthier YOU! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men and women in the United States. But the good news is that, in many cases, heart disease can be prevented. 


Magnolia bloom with dark green leaves.

Tree of the Month: Southern Magnolia

June 28, 2024

Close your eyes and think back to your childhood.

A brown tick on a finger.

How to Prevent Tick Bites

June 26, 2024

There’s nothing like spending time in the great outdoors! Whether you’re camping or hiking, or even gardening or lounging, it’s important to protect yourself from ticks. 

A well maintained landscape.

Summer Lawn Guide

June 21, 2024

When it comes to lawn care, summer is one of the busiest times of the year.

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Celebrate Dairy Month with Smoothies

June 19, 2024

June is National Dairy Month! As the temperatures rise, it is a great time to cool off with a tasty and nutritious dairy-based smoothie.

Honey in a jar.

How to Label Honey

June 14, 2024

There is nothing like the taste of a sweet spoon of honey. The versatility of honey makes it a very useful item to have around the kitchen, and for that reason, raising honeybees and selling the honey has become increasingly popular.

A bowl of Broccoli and Everything Salad

The Food Factor: Broccoli and Everything Salad

June 11, 2024

Broccoli and Everything Salad can be a side dish or a meal in itself.

Fruits and vegetables in clear containers in a fridge.

Tips for Saving Food and Money

June 10, 2024

I’m sure you’ve heard “food tossed is money lost.” That’s so true, especially given the cost of food right now!

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The Food Factor: Peach Cooler

June 5, 2024

Peach Cooler is a cool, creamy, and refreshing drink.

Sassafras Tree Leaves

Tree of the Month: Sassafras

June 3, 2024

This tree is quite a unique specimen. Its qualities – name, oil, habitat, and how it reproduces – make sassafras a tree to marvel at. 

A group of zinnias with the sky in the background.

How to Grow a Cut Flower Garden

May 28, 2024

Do you enjoy having cut flowers around the house? With the right preparation and some gardening labor, you can harvest your own blossoms just outside the back door.

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