Articles filed under Home & Garden
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The last rose of summer … er … fall: Mild November results in ‘weird’ lilac, crabapple floweringNov 12, 2024 6:47 pm - Drought and a mild fall is confusing flowering plants, experts say.
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Pottawatomie Garden Club elects new officersNov 12, 2024 6:31 pm - The Pottawatomie Garden Club, which recently finished its 2024 season, is planning ahead for next year.
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Pottawatomie Garden Club awards landscape commendation to Mio ModoNov 12, 2024 5:52 pm - The Pottawatomie Garden Club celebrated the end of their 2024 season with a fall luncheon on Monday, Oct. 28.
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Warning signs a bathroom needs workNov 11, 2024 10:29 pm - When it comes to bathrooms, homeowners can keep an eye out for various signs suggesting the room needs a remodel.
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Leave the leaves, please, for natural mulchNov 07, 2024 6:38 pm - Heading into winter, make sure your plants are well watered, and save your leaves, shredded or whole, for mulch for your garden beds.
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Buyer worried about gas line easementNov 07, 2024 6:15 am - Buyer gets nervous about a potential house after learning about a gas line easement in the backyard.
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Learn about Sherman Natural Prairie and Community Garden Nov. 5Nov 04, 2024 10:07 pm - The Sherman Natural Prairie and Community Garden will be presenting at the Nov. 5 meeting of the Elgin chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America. It will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises for fifth straight weekOct 31, 2024 7:47 pm - The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose for the fifth straight week, returning to its highest level since early August.
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Betsy Ross flag not protected under condominium actOct 31, 2024 6:52 pm - An owner has placed the Betsy Ross flag in his window and a reader questions whether an association board can prohibit its display.
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Learn how to become a Kane County Certified NaturalistOct 30, 2024 6:07 pm - Are you passionate about nature and want to make a positive impact on your community? Discover the Kane County Certified Naturalist program at a free information session on Thursday, Nov. 7.