The colder months offer a perfect opportunity to begin preparing for a lush garden come springtime
The Winter Wren: a Little Bird with a Big Voice
December 2025
January-February 2026 by Alonso Abugattas In our neck of the woods this time of year, there are only two species of wren you might see in your backyard or on your walk through the woods. And for one of them, the hint is in its name: the winter wren, which graces us...
Gray, flying or fox: Squirrels are expert hoarders
October 2025
This time of year, you’ll find squirrels furiously burying nuts to recover when winter arrives and trees are bare.
Decorate Your Way to a Howling Good Halloween
October 2025
Decorating is a fun way to set the mood and add a little extra excitement to Halloween.
Thinking Big: ‘It Was Like an Angel Had Been Sent to Me’
October 2025
The office of a county supervisor in Riverside, California, has donated $75,000 to the local electric co-op to buy solar-powered generators for those who rely on critical medical equipment.
Post-Helene Adaptations Underway in Southwest Virginia
October 2025
On Sept. 27, 2024, floodwaters from Hurricane Helene that had already devastated North Carolina rushed through the hills and hollers of Southwest Virginia.
Save Your Pumpkin Seeds and Make a Delicious Snack
October 2025
This healthy snack is easy to make at home and a fun project to get the kids involved.









