Do you have a green thumb? Even if the answer is no, gardening is one hobby you may want to pick up for the health benefits alone. Studies show that all that time outdoors pulling weeds, planting seeds and tending to your yard can reap big rewards for your overall well-being. Ready to hit the […]
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Volunteer to wrangle weeds, help with horses or help kids in court
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network provides information about volunteering locally. For a complete listing, visit BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org or call 812-349-3433. The inclusion of an organization in this list does not imply City endorsement or support of the organization’s activities or policies. Information and registration links for the following opportunities can be found online at BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org. […]
In Apple Valley, all fireworks are illegal and so are propane torches to burn weeds
Apple Valley Fire Protection District officials are attempting to educate residents about illegal fireworks, brush fire danger, and the need to create defensible space around structures. Fire Chief Buddy Peratt said because of the extreme amount of dry vegetation this year, the district is concerned about the potential of wildland fires, especially those started by […]
Cut your weeds and move your car or face stiffer penalties
Glendale wants to stiffen punishments for those who repeatedly create blight in their neighborhoods and break other city rules. Those continually cited for violations such as parking on front yards or not removing overgrown weeds could face harsher penalties if Glendale leaders approve new regulations governing repeat offenders in the coming weeks. A resident who […]
Is cannabis actually green? Experts unpack the climate impacts of weed’s rising popularity
Cannabis is one of the fastest growing industries in the world, this year estimated to rake in more than $64 billion globally as more and more regions unravel marijuana prohibition. Germany became the third European country to legalize weed on April 1 this year, though only in limited amounts, while voters in states like Florida […]