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Do You Remember…Ed Wells?

September 25, 2021
Ed Wells was a retired military vet, local businessman, and community citizen who served his fellow man and God for most of his life. Learn more about Ed inside.

Show your favorite plants and flowers at the 2021 Creek County Fair

September 21, 2021
The Creek County Fair will be held Sept. 23-26, 2021 and there are two main divisions of interest to local gardeners. See inside for more details.

Did you know that Richard Nixon was a drug mule for Louis Armstrong?

September 16, 2021
According to numerous reports, Nixon, the president who started the war on drugs, smuggled three pounds of the “Devil’s Lettuce” into the United States for acclaimed entertainer Louis Armstrong.

Do you remember the Starlite Roller Rink?

September 2, 2021
The Starlite Roller Rink, which was opened in the early 1950s, was once considered the “flagship” roller skating rink along Route 66.

Do you remember Dr. Philip Joseph?

August 26, 2021
Dr. Joseph passed away in 1991, but his imprint on the community has not been forgotten. The man delivered over 4,000 babies, including some you've undoubtedly heard of!

Master Gardener: Controlling Grasshopper Damage

August 24, 2021
Ornamental grasses are a favorite in the landscape. They perform beautifully…until the grasshopper population decides to feast on it. Eating huge portions of the leaf, the grasshopper can leave the damaged leaves an unsightly mess.
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Did you know that Sushi is not always raw fish?

August 21, 2021
Although many people take for granted that sushi is also raw fish, it is actually...

Nerd Knowledge: What is a ventilator and how does it work?

August 20, 2021
There are different types of ventilators, and which type a doctor utilizes depends on the person’s respiratory condition.

Master Gardener: Preparing Plants for Heat

August 20, 2021
Our beautiful gardens and yards are certainly stressed due to the typical August heat. Even with the massive amounts of rain we had earlier in the season, many plants are now struggling.
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Nerd Knowledge: The science of fabric softeners

August 6, 2021
As the textile industry boomed in the 20th century and dyeing fabric became more commonplace, there arose a need for fabric softeners.
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