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Going to Ground in a Good Way

Going to Ground in a Good Way

Household items that can be repurposed in a garden April 2024 by George Weigel, Contributing Writer Gardening can give a second life to all sorts of household junk, er,...

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Safeguard Your Home for Winter

Safeguard Your Home for Winter

Ensure carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are working properly. If your detectors are battery-operated, replace the batteries annually. Test the detectors once a month and give them a good dusting to ensure the sensors are clear of dirt and debris. Inspect electrical...

Model Member: Nurse Takes Flight

Model Member: Nurse Takes Flight

by Lydia Weaver, Community Relations Specialist From the ripe old age of 12, McGoff knew she wanted to be a nurse. The first time she remembers her grandmother being admitted to the hospital, McGoff was too young to be allowed visitation in the room. At age 14, when...

Energy Efficiency: Kitchen Tips

Energy Efficiency: Kitchen Tips

The holiday season is upon us, and that means we’ll be using more energy in the kitchen! When possible, cook with smaller countertop appliances instead of the stovetop or oven. Smaller appliances such as slow cookers, air fryers and Instant Pots consume less energy....

Safety tips

Safety tips

by Jason Stapleton, Jonesville Area Supervisor Sometimes, you just need a bit more heat in a room that doesn’t heat up as fast as the rest of the house. In that case, a space heater can solve your problem. Still, use them with caution. Space heaters are designed as a...

Virginia Tech student travels country as FFA president

Virginia Tech student travels country as FFA president

In 2022, Andrew Seibel was selected as president of the National Future Farmers of America. His responsibilities include international and domestic travel, leading conferences and visiting fellow FFA members.