Ten tips for keeping plants safe from frost
ow come weeds can survive the coldest winter and come back even stronger in the spring," a frustrated gardener said to me, "yet half of my shrubs get frost-bitten and die!" In fact, weeds can die back in freezing weather, too. It's often the seeds they dropped the previous summer that come on strong in the spring. Full Story
Free septic workshop
A free, lively workshop on caring for your septic system runs 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Stanwood PUD office, 9124 271st St. NW. While the workshop is not connected to new requirements on maintaining septic systems in Island County, it should be helpful for those property owners. Full Story
WSU workshop: Insects of Skagit County
WSU Skagit County Extension Master Gardeners in partnership with WSU - Mount Vernon NWREC are presenting another Know & Grow workshop, "Insects of Skagit County," 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC, 16650 State Route 536 (Memorial Highway). Full Story
Flat screens consume more energy
If you've long suspected that the brilliant, digital, 50- inch image you are enjoying on your new flat-screen TV is sucking up a bit more energy than your old model, pat yourself on the back. Full Story
Portable heaters help to cut heating bills
With winter coming on, homeowners may be wondering, how best to stay warm without breaking the bank? According to the Alliance to Save Energy organization, lowering your thermostat one degree saves 4 percent in heating costs. Full Story
Get your garage ready for winter
As a writer desperately in need of some quiet space for all my scribbling, I had long since decided to convert my garage into a writing studio. This generally works out great but proves to be a challenge during winters. Full Story
Home escape plans and smoke alarms a must
In light of October's Fire Safety Month, North County Regional Fire/EMS reminds the community about fire safety. Fire is hotter, darker, and faster than most people realize, especially children, according to Battalion Chief Christian Davis. Full Story
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