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Grow like pros: Twin Cities garden expert shares tips for year-round herbs
A prickly part of growing herbs is making sure you use enough of them, according to horticulturist Heather Johnson at Bachman's garden center.Why it matters: "If it grows too quickly, and you're not using it, those leaves can start to go bitter," Johnson tells Axios.Basil and mint are beginner-friendly because of their versatility, she says.The big picture: The benefits of growing your own herbs are far-reaching, from the simple joy of a new hobby to becoming a bit more self-sufficient.And fall is the prime time to plant perennial herbs including sage, chives, oregano and thyme.How it works: Most herbs, especially...
Nursing home workers calling for solutions to staffing issues
EAGAN, Minn. — Nursing home workers in Minnesota are calling for solutions to staffing issues. On Friday, union members with SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa gathered in front of the headquarters of Monarch Nursing Homes in Eagan. Workers there said they're feeling overworked and understaffed."The short staff, a lot of discrimination, we've been back and forth with Monarch for a long, long time," said Rasha Ahmadsharif, executive vice president of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa. "They don't understand what their workers, their own workers are suffering, that they actually need union representation to always speak to their leaders and their human resources."Monarch CEO Marc Halpert says they've been asking lawmakers for additional funding and better wages, and even helped put forth legislation."Unfortunately, these previous efforts have been opposed by organized labor," Halpert said. "We welcome SEIU to this cause and look forward to their help in securing these funds during this legislative session."
Extended summer temps have many rejoicing
MINNEAPOLIS — From sailing to swimming, area lakes were packed with people beating the heat. But it's technically fall, and many people are confused."Usually, I'm wearing sweaters by now but clearly not today," Marie Peck said.Instead of sweater weather and pumpkin spice, sailing season continues. Jude GawneMark was out Saturday, helping people get on the water at Bde Maka Ska."We are very blessed with how beautiful it's been," GawneMark said.As a sailing instructor at Minneapolis Sailing Center, she says this extended summer is just what they needed for business."It's way busier than expected. A lot of people come up and ask what this is all about, and we have a ton of reservations today and tomorrow," GawneMark said.From lakes to restaurants, the warmer weather is leading to increased sales. "It's beautiful life is beautiful," Jack Estenson said.At French Meadow Bakery and Café, there's still an appetite for patio season."Almost Halloween and I'm still enjoying every little bit of spring basically," Estenson said. "It's nice to see people in the sunlight with a smile."Summer continues with Sunday being a gorgeous day locking in the driest and warmest September on record.
Walz visits the Big House while helping launch ‘Athletes for Harris’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, marked the launch of “Athletes for Harris” with a Saturday visit to the University of Michigan, where he attended the Wolverines’ home football game against the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Harris campaign announced Saturday that Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a former Michigan State Spartan […]
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