Dealing with crabgrass in your lawn? This pesky weed can quickly take over and ruin the look of your yard, especially during the spring and summer. But don't worry—with a bit of know-how and persistence, you can effectively control and prevent crabgrass to keep your lawn looking lush and healthy all year round. We've got all the details you need to know right here, including tips from gardening experts on how to identify, remove, and prevent crabgrass.

How to Get Rid of Crabgrass in Your Lawn

Cockroaches are among the most common and resilient pests that invade homes and businesses. Known for their ability to survive in harsh conditions, these unwelcome intruders can cause various health problems and damage to property. This article will explore the nature of cockroaches, the signs of an infestation, preventive measures, effective methods to eliminate them, and conclude with key takeaways.

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches

Missing garden produce and large burrows dug in lawns can be signs that groundhogs are near. Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks and whistle pigs, may look cute and cuddly, but they are among the most destructive garden pests. Not only do groundhogs wreak havoc in vegetable beds, mowing down entire rows of peas, beans, and carrots, but they also dig unsightly burrows and tunnels in grass lawns and clamber up fruit trees in search of a sweet score. If you suspect groundhogs are making a buffet of your vegetable beds and fruit trees, this guide will show you how to safely get rid of the critters and keep them from coming back.

How to Get Rid of Groundhogs in Lawns and Gardens

If brown patches suddenly pop up in your lawn in the middle of summer, the most likely culprit is a fungal disease called, "brown patch." Grass turns brown when it's no longer receiving the proper nutrients, so this could be caused by the disease, underwatering, overwatering, or overfertilization. Brown patches...

5 Simple Fixes for Brown Patches on Your Lawn

Real Simple

Trust us, you don’t want these guys hanging out in your space.

9 Expert Tips for Getting Rid of Ticks in Your Yard

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

A-Z-Animals

A well-maintained yard is a source of pride and enjoyment for many homeowners. But when uninvited guests start digging holes in your yard, it can quickly become a source of frustration. Various animals can cause damage to your lawn and garden, leading to unsightly holes, destroyed plants, and potential trip hazards. To effectively manage and prevent these issues, […]

7 Animals Digging Holes in Your Yard (With Pictures and How to Stop Them!)

Gardening Know How

Fill your garden with multitasking plants that ward off pesky mosquitos with their aromatic scent, while attracting precious pollinators with beautiful flowers.

7 Plants That Mosquitoes Hate But Butterflies Love – It’s Win, Win

Because of hydrangea's beauty, they’re a pretty versatile and common flower to grow in a garden, but they’re also pretty sensitive—and their best qualities go to waste once they wilt. There are plenty of reasons a hydrangea might begin to wilt. One of the primary causes is...

Are Your Hydrangeas Drooping? This Gardening Pro Shares How to Fix It

The summer months are full of sunshine, heat, and, unfortunately, pests. Ants in particular are marching across our picnic tables and into our homes more frequently during the warmer season. Many gardeners and homeowners prefer not to use poisons to get rid of ants, which has people considering more natural...

Can Coffee Grounds Repel Ants? Here's What the Experts Say

PopCrush

Pine cones as decor around the house is pretty common. Whether they're sitting in a bowl, decoration for the holidays, or part of a wreath hanging on your door, we think of them mostly as decoration. You can even buy them online or in stores in various sizes. Obviously, pine...

Three Reasons Why You Should Hang a Pine Cone Outside of Your House

House Digest

If you love seeing hummingbirds in your garden, pay attention to these 17 predators that threaten them and be prepared to protect your favorite birds.

17 Predators That Could Be Eating Hummingbirds In Your Yard & Garden

In my time writing about abandoned dogs, I’ve seen people leave them on the road, tie them up somewhere, or just dump the poor pups in a box. However, I have never quite seen anyone cruelly place puppies in a plastic container that makes it extremely difficult for them to move, breathe, or do anything.

Woman Notices A Moving Container On Her Lawn, Then Discovers A Shocking Surprise Inside

Bacon County, GA

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On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Kentucky State

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Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

As one man’s spatula is another man’s canoe paddle, so too is one man’s flip-flop another man’s fly swatter. Above are two coplanar overlapping circles with centers that are d meters apart.

Math Puzzle for June 21, 2024

Dengarden

10 Smells Squirrels, Chipmunks, and Other Garden Critters Hate

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

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Deciding on which zodiac signs are the most dangerous is not an easy task as there could be many ways of determining what is considered dangerous. Dangerous of course could be a very subjective idea. Your own sign could also weigh heavily in making this list as certain signs, as we know, tend to be more compatible with some than others. So, what am I going to make these predictions based on? I am thinking that looking at the most formidable and dangerous people in our history might be a good way to make the determination of the most dangerous signs. Let’s see what we can learn.

3 Zodiac Signs That Are Born to be Bad

Weeding can be one of the most tedious and frustrating aspects of gardening. It’s disheartening to see unwanted plants take over your meticulously cared-for garden beds. But what if I told you there’s a way to reduce the amount of time spent pulling weeds while enhancing the beauty of your garden? Enter ground covers—nature’s own weed suppressors! These fast-growing, dense plants can be a gardener’s best friend, shading out those pesky weeds and providing a lush, green carpet of foliage.

No More Weeds! 10 Fast-Growing Ground Covers That Choke Out Weeds

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How to Get Rid of Ladybugs in Your Home

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How to Get Rid of Ladybugs in Your Home

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