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Bluegrass Beekeeping School set for March 12 in Frankfort
The Bluegrass Beekeeping School will be held at Kentucky State University in Frankfort March 12. This annual program offers two tracks. There will be a basic introductory course for new beekeepers and persons who may be interested in beekeeping as a...Tags: Honey, Colleges and Universities, Human Interest, Politics, Education
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From the Farm: Getting ready for spring
Contributing WriterWe lost an hour when the time changed over the weekend, but we gained more sunshine. That’s a pretty good trade. Temperatures are supposed to be in the 70s by the end of this week. I can hardly wait to open the windows and enjoy the fresh spring...Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Radishes, Human Interest, Foods and Beverages, Onions
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From the Farm: Laundry can be done without modern devices
Contributing WriterNew officers were elected for the 2011 Boyle County Farmers’ Market. Gary Taylor, Knobview Farm, is the new market manager. If you are interested in becoming a member of our growing Farmers’ Market, contact Gary at (859) 332-2539 for details....Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Soups, Potatoes, Salt, Foods and Beverages
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Reflections on leadership: a fairy tale
Guest columnistIn a faraway land called Colliephoneya (known by locals as California), there was a big, strong king named Arnold. Blessed with natural resources and manmade waterways, abundance graced his people. And the king was known for his wisdom and courage....Tags: California, Health and Safety at School, Human Interest, Illinois, Politics
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Dept. of Ag participates in bee survey
PIERRE - The South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) has participated since 2011 in a national honey bee survey of pests and diseases. The objective of the survey is to attempt to identify or document any potentially invasive bee diseases,...Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Wash or peel apples to remove fungus
My apples looked good until recently. Now they have tiny black spots and gray blotches that look like mildew but are dry. Are they ruined? Rains last month created conditions for two fungi: flyspeck and sooty blotch. Both of these fungi can be washed...Tags: Apples, Droughts
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Start fall vegetables inside
I see that this is the time to start a lot of fall vegetables, but they like it cool and my yard is like an oven in the summer. How can I do this?
One way is to start them indoors, even leaf crops like endive. A cool basement works well. When they're a...Tags: Weather, Metal and Mineral, Weather Reports, Mining
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'Red velvet' ants aren't so sweet
My friend and I both saw a bright red fuzzy insect on the ground. Never saw anything like it before! She thinks it's an ant, but I think it's a wasp. What say you? Red velvet ants are wasps, but the females are wingless and that's why they look like ants... -
Julie Bowen wants people to know more about anaphylaxis
Julie Bowen was on the set of the television show "Boston Legal" four years ago when she got the call from her husband, who was on his way to the hospital with their then-infant son Oliver.
While hanging out in the backyard of their California home,...Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Hospitals and Clinics, Foods and Beverages, Viral Diseases and Infections, Peanut Butter
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Hummingbirds are lighter, brighter than a penny
Mayan legend that explains how these beautiful birds were created from spare parts left over when the other birds were created by the Mayan sun god. The plumage of a ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) shimmered in the early-morning...Tags: Arts and Culture, Folklore and Mythology
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Japanese beetles and thrips deliver one-two punch to hibiscus shrub
I planted a hibiscus shrub that gets flowers the size of a dinner plate. I've had the plant for three years. This year, it is much bigger and loaded with buds. I was so excited until I noticed the buds are yellowing and something's eating the leaves....Tags: Diseases and Illnesses, Viral Diseases and Infections, Pears, Swiss Cheese, Cherries
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Add a touch of honey to your beauty routine
Healing fit for a queen
This organic lip and face balm was made to mirror the process of how bees nourish their queen and keep the hive healthy. Medicine Mama's Bee Magic Wand blends purifying propolis, healing antimicrobial honey, protective beeswax and...Tags: Honey, Drugs and Medicines, Whole Foods Market, Cold Sores
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