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Homeowner shares clever way they bypassed their HOA's lawn rules: 'Where did you get this?'

“It's been a little back and forth." Homeowner shares clever way they bypassed their HOA's lawn rules: 'Where did you get ...

Homeowner shares stunning photos after stumbling on backyard visitor: 'I was blowing leaves and came across this'

"I was blowing leaves in my back yard and came across this snake. Can anyone identify it? I live in East TN," the original ...
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Gardener shares beautiful images of unconventional backyard: 'The whole place is vibrating'

"That is absolutely stunning." Gardener shares beautiful images of unconventional backyard: 'The whole place is vibrating' first appeared on The Cool Down.
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Officials unveil innovative strategy in battle against harmful plants: 'We are ensuring complete utilization'

These efforts are still in the trial stage. Officials unveil innovative strategy in battle against harmful plants: 'We are ...
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Sustainability 2026: Bits and Briefs

Under current law, which was updated in 2025, retailers will need to increase the thickness of the plastic bags they provide to 4 mils starting in 2028. The WSU report and the state Department of ...