Columbus, OH

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Food & Wine

You can enjoy fresh produce and still keep your kitchen pest-free. Here’s how.

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies in the Kitchen, According to an Exterminator

As you're spending time outdoors, it can be irritating to deal with pesky mosquitos flying around you and your guests or family. Using chemical-laden sprays and repellents isn't always a desirable way to deal with these insect pests, and the use of chemical pesticides can cause harm to wildlife and kill beneficial pollinators.

Say Goodbye to Mosquitoes Fast With These 11 Natural Fixes That Actually Work

Cute but a gardening hazard, these furry rodents can ruin your favorite plants in no time. So, here’s How to Keep Squirrels Out of Potted Plants!. Squirrels and chipmunks won’t just irritate you by knocking over plants and pots; these adorable mini monsters cause immense damage by digging up bulbs and burying nuts and seeds in pots. But we have just the right tricks to help you keep squirrels out of potted plants without harming them!

How to Keep Squirrels Out of Potted Plants

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Homes & Gardens

Gardening experts share advice for feeding pelargoniums in both pots and borders

How to fertilize geraniums – pro tips for flourishing blooms

As summer progresses, many gardeners might think it’s too late to add more color to their gardens. However, July is a perfect time to plant a variety of flowers that will bloom beautifully in the fall. These late-season bloomers can refresh your garden with vibrant colors and extend the flowering season. As a passionate gardener, I’m excited to share some fantastic flowers you can plant in July to ensure a stunning display come autumn.

12 Flowers You Can Plant In July For Fall Blooms

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Tomatoes are a popular crop to grow in gardens as they are easy to look after, but they are heavy feeders and need more nutrients than other plants. Monty Don has shared a homemade fertiliser that can help tomatoes grow bigger and juicier fruit.

Monty Don reveals his secret one-ingredient homemade fertilizer for bigger, juicier tomatoes

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

If you’re lucky enough to have a garden, we’re sure the emergence of the sun has you outside at every opportunity. Whether that’s luxuriating on an outdoor sofa with your favourite paperback, enjoying a morning coffee from a rickety lounge chair, the garden is now your home. With all this time out there, why not upgrade your backyard situation with a lovely luxury parasol? These are our favourite weather-resilient brollies for catching moments of shade.

6 Pretty Luxury Parasols For Summer 2024

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Hummingbirds are nature's jewels — aerodynamic flyers that zip and zoom around the garden seeking out flower nectar. These feisty little birds are happy to dine at hummingbird feeders filled with sugar water. Unfortunately, they're not the only garden visitors who want to snag a sip of sugar water....

How to Keep Bees Away from Hummingbird Feeders

Slowing down mid-run for a bit of walking might feel like a failure, but it could actually be the key to improving your endurance. Say hello to jeffing: not slang for swearing but the fitness technique in-the-know runners are using to boost their stamina and speed. It’s long been used by ultra-marathon runners to up their game, but you don’t have to be a pro to reap the rewards: runners of any level can benefit from incorporating this type of interval training into their plan. Here’s everything you need to know.

Jeffing Technique: How Walking Can Help You Run Faster

While lizards aren’t harmful, they’re probably not the type of creature you want skittering around your home. Luckily, there are some simple DIY measures you can take to get rid of lizards using ingredients or tools you likely have on hand. Learn how to get rid of lizards...

9 Ways to Get Rid of Lizards ASAP This Summer, Straight From Pest Experts

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Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month

5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops

Apples are a delicious fruit that grows in abundance from late summer through fall. And while picking your own apples from the orchard is a fun seasonal activity, have you ever considered making your own tiny orchard in your backyard? After finishing an apple, harvest the seeds and plant them in small containers. Soon, the seeds will germinate, and you'll be well on your way to growing an apple tree.

How to Plant Apple Seeds So They Grow Into Fruit-Bearing Trees

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

Devra Lee

Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope of the Day, Wednesday, July 24th

Oregon City News

Spending time in the backyard can be restorative and relaxing. Is it any wonder that homeowners are increasingly improving their homes to blur the lines between the indoors and outside and enjoy more recreational moments in nature?
                Part of what makes a landscape inviting is the bevy of plants dotting suburban landscapes. Individuals may take painstaking pleasure in mapping out landscapes that are both functional and appealing. When selecting foliage, it’s wise for homeowners to familiarize themselves with certain plants that may not be very...

Watch out for these poisonous backyard plants

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

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How To Pick Wild Blackberries

Nothing says British countryside like an afternoon picking blackberries for your fruit salads, jams and crumbles. The summer fruit thrives in a variety of different habitats,...

How To Pick Wild Blackberries

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