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Elizabethton, TN

Gardening Know How

Hydrangeas are heroes of the summer garden, but these common care errors will stunt plants' growth potential and result in poor flowering.

7 Hydrangea Care Mistakes To Avoid If You Want Stunning Blooms

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Does this sound familiar? You’ve spent countless hours tending to your garden, nurturing each plant with care and dedication, only to have deer wander in and devour all your hard work! It can be extremely frustrating to see your beautiful spring and summer flowers and carefully cultivated vegetable garden reduced to mere stems. But don’t worry—there are effective strategies to keep these pretty yet persistent visitors at bay. We even talked to a gardening expert to get tips on how to keep deer out of your garden. Whether you're dealing with curious fawns or seasoned adults, these proven methods can help you reclaim your garden and enjoy its beauty without the constant worry of deer damage. But first, you need to be able to identify whether deer are indeed paying visits to your garden.

How to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

Lebanon, MO

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CJ Coombs

If you like catfish, it might be worth a trip to Dowd's Catfish & BBQ. Dowd's is located at 1760 West Elm Street in Lebanon, Missouri. Whether you're traveling to or from Branson or Springfield, if you feel like going out of your way, it's a 3-hour drive from Kansas City or a 2-hour, 20-minute drive from St. Louis.

Hearty Meals await at Dowd's Catfish and BBQ

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Have you ever met someone who is wise beyond their age? Such people are often referred to as old souls. They understand life and the world better than many zodiac signs. A soul’s age doesn’t necessarily match a person’s actual age. Instead, it advances based on the life experiences someone has.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Old Souls

Real Simple

4 Shade-Loving Perennials That Need Barely Any Sunlight

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet three little balls of fluff who are ready to fill your heart, and life, with love. Brynn, Bambi, and Bubbles Bath are 6-week-old Great Pyrenees mix sisters who were found as strays living under a porch. Sadly, their mother, also a stray, did not allow herself to be caught and brought into rescue alongside her babies. Despite that, the three puppies are healthy and happy in their new foster home. They have a bright future ahead of them, assuming YOU adopt them! Or, maybe you don't want pure joy, cuteness, and fluff-love in your life.

Great Pyrenees Sisters Found Living Under Porch - Now Searching For Love

Dengarden

10 Smells Squirrels, Chipmunks, and Other Garden Critters Hate

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, several individuals in custody at Coffee County Jail in Coffee County appeared before Judge Dwayne Gillis for bond hearings. Many individuals were denied bond, and some were granted release, with all defendants facing at least one felony charge.

Several defendants denied bond and bond reductions on felony charges in Coffee County

Saint Johns County, FL

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

If you’re like me, always on the lookout for beautiful plants that attract butterflies and add a splash of color to your garden, you’ve probably considered planting the butterfly bush (Buddleja). This plant is renowned for its vibrant flowers and ability to draw in those lovely winged creatures. However, despite its allure, the butterfly bush can cause more harm than good. Before you head to your local nursery, it’s important to understand why you should steer clear of this seemingly perfect plant.

Beware: This Is Why You Should NEVER Plant Butterfly Bush

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There are so many ways to honor a loved one at your wedding. For bride Amy Perry, this was through the release of monarch butterflies. While the idea was already amazing in theory, she had no idea just how perfect it would be until the big moment arrived. This was a special tribute to her late dad. That’s why she did so during the ceremony — it was a way to make it feel as though he was there.

Bride Releases Butterflies To Honor Late Dad — What They Do Has Her Amazed

Odd Machine That 'Sweeps' Grass After Mowing Has People Raving About It

Conservationists have hit out at cyclists for damaging a Lancashire nature reserve by scraping up patches of soil to create makeshift jump ramps. A section of "precious" wildflower meadow at Cross Hill Quarry in Clitheroe has been badly damaged by the "unlawful" creation of the jumps, the Wildlife Trust has said.

Anger as cycle stunts damage nature reserve

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

"There are plenty of other creepers and climbers that won't destroy everything you love." If you ever have a landscaping question and can't find the answer, reach out to your community. It may save your garden. This Redditor made the right decision when they posed a question in the subreddit...

Gardener receives adamant warnings against allowing plant to spread in garden bed: 'It'll overtake and kill your other plants'

Perennials that multiply on their own are a gardener’s dream. They spread naturally, filling in gaps and creating lush, vibrant displays with minimal effort. Whether through self-seeding, rhizomes, or runners, these plants can turn a modest garden into a thriving landscape over time. By selecting perennials that propagate easily, you can enjoy a garden that grows more beautiful each year without constant replanting.

15 Perennials That Multiply and Spread on Their Own

While all plants are beautiful in their own ways, that doesn't mean they are always the safest to grow. Preventing invasive plant species from weakening native plant species is important in preserving healthy local ecosystems. In a Reddit post on the r/whatsthisplant subreddit, a user asking for help to identify...

Gardener warned about 'adorable' plant that could take over backyard: 'Don't be fooled or tempted by its beauty'

Are you tired of replanting flowers every few years? I know I am! As a gardener who loves seeing my hard work pay off for years, I’ve discovered some incredible plants that can stand the test of time. These enduring beauties not only enhance your garden year after year but also reduce the amount of maintenance and replanting you need to do. Imagine having a garden that matures and flourishes over decades!

12 Plants With Extremely Long Lifespans – They’ll Live For Decades!

Homes & Gardens

There are a few reasons why you might not want to remove spent blooms straight away

5 plants you should never deadhead – experts say it's more beneficial to leave these fading flowers alone

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

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Rivers & Waterfalls: A Photo Essay

Our contributing photographers know some very inviting spots. The Blue Hole waterfall is nestled in the Cherokee National Forest, in the Holston Mountain area near Elizabethton,...

Rivers & Waterfalls: A Photo Essay

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