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March 1, 2026
Maple syrup is the sweet nectar of maple trees. Legend has it that maple syrup was first discovered centuries ago by Native Americans during a time wh...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
February 28, 2026
Brighten your table this season with a Spring Sorghum Salad, a fresh, colorful dish that puts whole grain sorghum front and center, courtesy of the so...
Gardening Farming
Courtney Llewellyn 
February 26, 2026
Over the last several years, there’s been a big push to plant for pollinators. Homeowners are creating habitat in their landscapes – but many are unsu...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
February 24, 2026
Mr. Tidwell was our mail carrier for over 20 years. He drove a red and white El Camino. You could set your clock by his arrival on mail days – 11:10 a...
Gardening Farming
Courtney Llewellyn 
February 22, 2026
UConn Extension is now accepting registrations for its “Fundamentals of Home Gardening” online course, designed for beginner and intermediate gardener...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
February 20, 2026
Protein bars are a convenient energy booster that’s easy to carry. That portability makes protein bars a go-to for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy activ...
Events
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 13, 2026
Though this writer brings almost 100% Old World genetics to the table, sadly, that doesn’t include any ancestors from the Emerald Isle. Still, St. Pat...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 11, 2026
Grangers across the nation have a powerful opportunity to share the heart of agriculture with the next generation during the National Grange’s Agricul...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 9, 2026
I don’t know about you, but I have a particular spot for my mixing bowls, sifter, pots, pans and measuring cups. In fact, I have specific places for a...
Lifestyle
Courtney Llewellyn 
March 7, 2026
Soup is a staple anytime the weather is chilly or when a person feels like they are coming down with a cold. The warm, therapeutic effects of a delici...