Lifestyles
Commodity trends announced
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on September 23: In Virginia, state graded feeder…
Lifestyles
Walk-a-Thon a success for Kenbridge Victoria Lions Club
VICTORIA – In September of 2005, Ken Saunders took a walk. The Lunenburg County resident, who was legally…
Lifestyles
Virginia farmers growing fragrant lavender to diversify
Cornerstone Farm is one of many Virginia farms that have diversified their operations by growing beautiful, fragrant lavender.…
Lifestyles
Skippers and butterflies and moths! Oh my!
By John Bunch Virginia Master Naturalists When we see butterflies and moths, we generally recognize which of the…
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Plants offer both barriers and environmental benefits
With houses being built more closely together, it’s often hard to find privacy. But homeowners can plant shrubs…
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The Garden Muse — Monarch butterfly now on the endangered species list
It pains me to share that on July 21, one of my worst fears has come true, the…
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The Garden Muse — Edible flowers from herbs and plants
Most people believe that once their herb plant has flowered it is of no use anymore, but for…
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AARP warns of vacation booking scam
As families schedule their last minute trips before school is back in session, AARP warns of a new…
Lifestyles
National Farmers Market Week celebrates community impact
Farmers markets connect communities with fresh produce, locally made food and artisan goods and offer opportunities to mingle.…
Lifestyles
New behavioral health dashboard launched
The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) recently announced the launch of a new behavioral health dashboard…