Key Points Diatomaceous earth (DE), a naturally occurring, soft, siliceous sedimentary rock, kills ants through desiccation (drying out the ants) and abrasion.To use, remove the food source, vacuum ...

Trials have been pretty conclusive.

Olmsted County has seven commissioners. We have no idea how many of them — if any — hunted deer last year, but on March 17, ...

The most powerful, far-reaching rifle is perfectly safe when fired by an ethical, responsible hunter — while the smallest single-shot .22 rifle or .410 shotgun can be deadly in reckless hands.

At this point, Kandiyohi County's neighboring counties to the west and east — Chippewa and Meeker — have decided to allow ...

Boiling water is hailed as the only effective way to clear patio weeds, but does it really last and what should you do in the rest of your garden?

When early spring days have finally arrived, so do the hungry critters that would love to devour your vegetables and flowers. Now is the time to be proactive and take steps to prevent pests. Here’s ...

Learn how planting garlic can naturally repel slugs this spring. Say goodbye to chemical pellets!

Quite a few pests can make daily life a problem. Whether you're out in nature, trying to grow a garden, or even sitting in ...

Spring is a busy time of year for N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission biologists. Warmer weather brings wildlife out from winter slumber. Spring is when many species are ...

Cairns has endured cyclones since the city’s founding 150 years ago, very natural and commonly used. turning devastation into an art of rebuilding and shaping the city’s remarkable resilience.