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Iowa team explores use of perennial prairie strips to address perennial problem of farm runoff
The solution to a perennial problem of farming could be, well, perennials. Researchers at Iowa State University are experimenting with the placement of perennial prairie strips in corn and soybean fields as a ...
Consider purchasing local Christmas tree
A fragrant, freshly cut, Tennessee-grown Christmas tree is one of the best ways to celebrate the holiday season, and what better way to show your greenness than to shop local? I cannot think of a better place ...
Gingerbread houses provide lessons
When it comes to agriculture, most people conjure up thoughts of farm equipment, livestock and, of course, gingerbread.
As More Eat Meat, a Bid to Cut Emissions
The cows and pigs dotting these flat green plains in the southern Netherlands create a bucolic landscape.
Group says estate tax affects few, should be kept
Fewer than 1 percent of deaths result in estate tax liabilities, and President-elect Barack Obama's proposal to keep the tax alive after it is slated to expire in 2010 is too generous to the wealthy, a tax ...
Wiltshire firefighters train for water rescues
On a freezing November night, I joined firefighters as they braved icy waters to carry out a rescue operation on a lake in South Cerney.
China bans poultry imports from Thailand
CHINA is banning chicken and other poultry products from Thailand. The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine and the Ministry of Agriculture issued a joint announcement today.
Good Causes
Toy collection: Community Christian Church is on a mission to combat suburban poverty in East Aurora.
Kansas picked for biodefense lab
This undated file photo provided by the Agricultural Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Plum Island Animal Disease Center off the coast of New York's Long Island.
Spencer Spotlight: Hoff always had a story to share and a moment to talk
Life takes us on many journeys. We are guided by whatever values in which we believe.
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Unless you've lived in a cave the past few years, the term "greenhouse gases" is familiar.
Editor's Picks: Things to do in York County this week
This unique 30" wreath is handmade from scrolled pages of actual books, bound by a lush velvet bow.
Environmental activists slam mining rule change
North Carolina-based Appalachian Voices and others blasted Tuesday's Environmental Protection Agency decision to endorse the mining rule as the death of freshwater streams and the likely start of a new surge in ...
Wood County 4-H gives awards
Wood County 4-H recognized the 2008 accomplishments of its members, leaders and 4-H clubs during the 88th annual Achievement Program in Wisconsin Rapids at the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Digging one's heels in over health and safety
The abandonment of what was a promising allotment scheme for Selkirk, reported in your paper last week, raises the question of whether health and safety regulation is being applied in a manner which benefits ...
Out & About
There are a lot of events taking place in central Wisconsin this weekend that are sure to pique many interests.
Community News
Atlantan Tyler Perry went to court in Texas to face allegations that he stole material from someone else for his blockbuster film "Diary of a Mad Black Woman." Donna West is suing the actor-screenwriter for ...
Smith Receives Eagle Scout Award
Matthew R. Smith recently completed the requirements for, and after being examined by an Eagle Scout Board of Review on November 12 2008, was found worthy of and awarded the rank of Eagle Scout.
Oak Pacific's Mop.com Slates CB Testing For 2D MMO
Oak Pacific Interactive's online community Mop.com plans to start closed beta testing of its in-house developed 2D turn-based MMORPG "Tian Shu Qi Tan" on December 25, reports qq.com. An in-game marriage system, ...
Nineyou Adds More Animated Characters In New 'Audition' Version
Shanghai-based online game company Nineyou plans to release a new version, "Pink Winter," of its licensed online dancing game "Audition" on December 12.
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