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Plant sales: A perennial favorite for great bargains and great gardening advice

From local gardening organizations to school fundraising clubs, organizers are gearing up to bring their stockpile of plants to a community near you. read more

These six changes to your backyard can green your life while reducing your carbon footprint

But getting at least one in the ground this spring — and making other changes to your yard and garden — can have wide-ranging and sometimes surprising benefits for the climate. In part, that's because ... read more

Campus trees tells MSU's story as arboretum celebrates 150th anniversary

More than 20,000 trees are a part of Michigan State University’s arboretum. The campus institution is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. Alan Prather is the interim director of the Beal ... read more

7 Amazing Things to Do in Eden Prairie April 2024

Nestled in the heart of Minnesota's Twin Cities metropolitan area, Eden Prairie is a vibrant suburb brimming with natural beauty and buzzing with activities. read more

10 Things To Do in Minnesota This Spring

Minnesota offers numerous indoor and outdoor activities to do in the state each spring. Jake Juliot and Caitlin Hannah from Explore Minnesota have the following suggestions. read more

Ask A Master Gardener: No Mow May not really the best idea

A better idea is to mow as usual and purposely plant an area in your landscape or sidewalk boulevard with early blooming plants that the bees love. read more

Gregory Emil Reiland

Gregory Emil Reiland, of Eden Prairie, died unexpectedly on April 10, 2024, at the age of 71, from a sudden heart-related issue while in Naples, Florida. read more

This Was Brainerd - April 16

A look through the Brainerd Dispatch archives with Terry McCollough combing the microfilm for tidbits of history through the decades going back to 1924. read more

What's Doing

BRAINERD — PEO Chapter CJ will meet Tuesday, April 16, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 408 N. Seventh St., Brainerd. Hostesses will be Joan Cramer and Jean Goodwin. Program: Best memory of a concert ... read more

Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Lawn Grass

"[It’s] part of being a good neighbor and being someone who cares for your property,” says Mary Meyer, Ph.D., professor emeritus and extension specialist for the University of Minnesota ... At the ... read more

These New Jersey Cities Are The Most Expensive To Live In

Let us know where you live and what expenses hurt the most living here in New Jersey. Other towns that made the list of most expensive cities include: 11. Bayonne 12. South Toms River 13. West New ... read more

Carmel Valley Ranch Offers A Resplendent Retreat

Discover a breathtaking spa, gorgeous grounds and activities ranging from hypnotherapy to hilltop yoga at the resplendent Carmel Valley Ranch. Guests of all ages are invited to interact with the ranch ... read more