November 2020
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The Joro spider belongs to a group of large spiders known as golden orb-web weavers. Females weave enormous, multi-layered webs of gold-colored silk. Species in this group are found throughout the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including one—the banana spider—that is native to the southeastern U.S. The Joro spider is originally from Asia.…
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Oh, how wonderful the cool weather is! The brisk mornings roll into perfect afternoons, fire pits are crackling and marshmallows, chocolate bars, and graham crackers are flying off the shelf. Unfortunately, with the onset of this blissful sweater weather, there comes the threat of frost damage to our landscape. This time of year, perennial plants…
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A family to cook for, a big bird to roast, and too many cooks in the kitchen can lead to food-borne illness from holiday dining. But handling and cooking a turkey shouldn’t be an illness waiting to happen. Following basic recommendations will help ensure safe food and prevent food-borne illness for diners–not only during the…
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