Category Archives: Landscaping and lawn care

There’s no denying that bundling up on a cold night and bringing home the perfect Christmas tree to spruce up your home is one of the best traditions the holiday season has to offer. Most farms or lots offer pre-cut or cut yourself trees, but some also offer decorations like wreaths, so be sure to […]

Northern Tool has great deals for Black Friday. This year they have new offers on power tools and equipment for construction work or any repairs around the house. These offers are only valid this week, so take advantage of them before they go away! First of all, don’t stress too much about them because these […]

A proposal to allow Union County Judge Mike Loftin to enter into service agreements on behalf of the county with a business owned by a relative was filed after some discussions last week. During a regular meeting of the Union County Quorum Court on November 18, justices of the peace considered an order that would […]

Making Room is a bi-weekly opinion column. The opinions expressed are those of the author alone. The worst thing about working from home is being subjected to the almost daily onslaught of gasoline leaf blowers. The region is awakening to these harmful machines. Arlington County Council took a major step forward on Tuesday, Nov. 16, […]

GreenPal, a Nashville-based app that connects homeowners with local and approved lawn care professionals, has expanded to Avondale. “GreenPal can best be described as Uber for lawn care,” said Gene Caballero, co-founder of GreenPal. “After a successful launch in 250 other markets, we are excited to help Avondale owners find reliable, safe and local lawn […]

Support local journalism: Find the offers for new subscribers here: Special offers – USATodayNetwork. Fall weather is here, and if you can find the weather during this busy month, the weather should be perfect for working outside. Here are some ideas of things to do in your garden while enjoying the pleasant temperatures. Brevard Discovery […]

HUNTSVILLE – Ready to grow and live to serve! The A&M AgriLife Extension Department in Walker County, Texas recently welcomed 13 newly certified Texas Master Gardeners at the annual intern graduation ceremony earlier this month. The local Texas Master Gardener program is an educational volunteer development program of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and is led […]

The JCB iron has helped Maietta Lawn Care carry out her projects more efficiently, productively and safely. Maietta Lawn Care is fast approaching its 20th anniversary and according to company president Justin Maietta a lot has changed since he named the company when he founded it. “The lawn care part of our name was only […]

The Union County Quorum Court will meet today to discuss, among other things, several year-end business items. The first on the agenda is the examination of an ordinance fixing the tax levies on movable and immovable property. No change in local tax rates is indicated in the ordinance under review today. Justices of the peace […]

MARKHAM, Illinois (CBS) – Earlier this month, CBS 2’s Jermont Terry confronted Markham cop Kenneth Muldrow about an unlicensed landscaping company for which he used the town hall address and post of southern suburb police. Muldrow is no longer on the streets after being denounced by CBS 2 and an investigation has been opened. Meanwhile, […]

MARKHAM, Illinois (CBS) – Earlier this month, CBS 2’s Jermont Terry confronted Markham cop Kenneth Muldrow about an unlicensed landscaping company for which he used the town hall address and post of southern suburb police. Muldrow is no longer on the streets after being denounced by CBS 2 and an investigation has been opened. Meanwhile, […]

Pasadena City Hall at Christmas time, 2020 (Photo – Gareth Peries) Pasadena is a good city for book lovers, no, make it the best city in America for book lovers. By Garrett Rowlan That’s the verdict of a blog promoting Little Free Libraries – and a little something else. The blog post is titled “2022 […]

Lawn mowers across New York City may soon be as green as your lawn. State Senator Peter Harckham this week introduced a bill that would require lawn care and landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers sold in New York will be zero emissions by 2027. The proposal is part of a […]

Street Stock racers who come to race in the Mahoning Valley Speedway Fall Brawl season finale have just one more good reason to be a part of the spectacular event on October 30th. Thanks to C&B Lawn Care & Landscaping of Kunkletown who graciously added $ 100 to the 50-lap winner’s share, first place will […]

The fourteenth report on the state of the river (http://www.sjrreport.com) was recently released. It addresses issues affecting the health of the Saint John River. The report contains information that should be of interest to homeowners with residential landscapes. Nutrient levels in tributaries to the river, primarily nitrogen and phosphorus, continue to be of concern. While […]

There was a collective sigh and eye rolls recently when it was announced that the governor had signed a law banning mowers, generators and other gasoline-powered equipment. Many Californians will say that California is just California, not realizing the real impact this will have on our daily lives, and how the new law really conflicts […]

Push lawn mowers can be a good option if you are looking for a relatively affordable alternative to other types of lawn mowers. They require more physical labor to function, but they’re an effective lawn tool to keep on hand if you need to maintain a small to medium lawn and hope to get some […]

Syracuse, New York State – Democrat Bill Kinne is running for his 12th term in the Onondaga County Legislature. He faces a challenge for 15th District Republican Kevin Ryan, a lawyer who has long worked for the campaign and volunteers for several candidates, from Rep. John Katko to County Director Ryan McMahon. If Ryan wins, […]

On October 9, 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) signed AB 1346, the state’s latest effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through onerous regulations, in law. The law prohibits the sale of new lawn mowers, leaf blowers and gasoline chainsaws, among other products. The law follows a decree direction the State Air Resources Board to […]

Gasoline lawn mowers are noisy, dirty, and pollute the air. That’s why a new California law will soon ban the sale of gas-fired lawn care and landscaping equipment. Chris Monroe / CNET Apparently California is fed up with gasoline-powered landscaping tools. Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law prohibit the sale of gasoline-powered […]

Plans for the Darien Nature Center, Fireside fundraising night are well underway with continued financial and in-kind support from the community. Although tickets are sold for Saturday’s event, sponsorship opportunities are still available. – an announcement of Darien Nature Center The 4th annual event will be held outdoors at the Center de la nature at […]

SALTEX 2021 celebrates return to NEC Birmingham in November SALTEX 2021 (Sports Amenities Landscaping Trade Exhibition) returns in November to the NEC Birmingham. Anyone working with or associated with landscape design and management will once again have the opportunity to see a wide range of new and innovative products and services from leading suppliers when […]

1. Kick-off of the 150th Since its founding in 1871, Bethel has sent over 50,000 alumni around the world, so it seems fitting that Homecoming weekend marks the start of Bethel’s 150th anniversary celebration. Special events included a digital historical exhibit in the Bethel University Library and the Homecoming Hymn Sing, featuring a selection of […]

Presented by Beltone – A leader in audience health care. This week, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener at Watters Garden Center in Prescott, AZ discusses landscaping tips for beginners including the first thing to do, how to make landscaping look professional, natural curb appeal and Moreover! Whether it’s installing landscaping elements, doing housework, or selecting […]

“Last year we were 90 percent electric on the hedge trimmers, and this year it’s 100 percent. My guys won’t even touch a gasoline hedge trimmer anymore,” says Morrell, who oversees the size of the 4,850 linear feet of garden hedges. . There are even standalone lawn mowers like the Roomba vacuum cleaner. “They’re really […]

Santa’s Outdoor Cleanup was one of the chosen businesses out of thousands of applications and received $ 10,000. This is the second-highest grant ever received and the first and first grant recipient in the New Entrepreneur category. They were among thirty small businesses selected to receive a free grant under the proposed program called Boost […]

ATHENS – Leyland cypress is one of the most commonly planted landscape trees, but poor site selection and disease pressure could soon send them down the path of red tips and Bradford pears. Popular as a hedge and in new landscaping, trees should be planted at least 10 to 15 feet apart, as the rapid […]

ATHENS – Leyland cypress is one of the most commonly planted landscape trees, but poor site selection and disease pressure could soon send them down the path of red tips and Bradford pears. Popular as a hedge and in new landscaping, trees should be planted at least 10 to 15 feet apart, as the rapid […]