Can you freeze eggs? How about milk, cheese, butter, and bread? The short answer: yes! Stock up and take advantage of productive seasons and sales by preserving your bounty with our expert tips. Bear in mind that all foods should be frozen before their expiration dates to preserve the greatest freshness and flavor. It’s a

Last year, a rare “double brood” of cicadas emerged for the first time in 200 years. But how about this year? When are cicadas coming back? Will one or two broods emerge, and what does this mean for your gardens? How many US states will be affected, and, most importantly, how can you minimize the

Editor Emeritus Peter Geiger shares how to remove deadly nightshade (belladonna) from your property. Plus, edible nightshade plants like tomatoes and potatoes that you may want to avoid eating and why.

Headlines warn of the bird flu (Avian influenza) in wild birds, domestic poultry, and other animals. Wondering what you can do to protect your backyard chickens? Should birders be worried? Here is what we currently know, including essential tips for helping our flocks of feathered friends. Bird Flu: What We Know The Avian influenza is

Hey parents, do you know when to start potty training? Here are some essential tips to guide you through the process, including some often-overlooked strategies. How to Potty Train 1. When to Start Potty Training 2. The Power of Routine 3. Trust Your Child’s Readiness 4. Positive Reinforcement and Rewards 5. Make it Fun 6.

Baby led weaning (BLW) is an alternative approach to introducing solids to your baby. BLW skips the spoon feeding of baby cereals or purees and goes straight to finger foods that your baby can self-feed. Large chunks of squishy food are placed directly on the table or highchair tray for your baby to grab and

Birth Month Birds at a Glance January: Owl, thoughtful and wise February: Chickadee, cheerful and social March: Robin, tough and lively April: Duck, sociable and adaptable May: Hummingbird, joyful and agile June: Dove, peaceful and sociable July: Eagle, strong and courageous August: Woodpecker, open-minded and curious September: Hawk, dependable and steady October: Vulture, resourceful and

These critters may try to make their way into your home this fall. Here's how to keep these pests out without harsh chemicals.

Quick Reference Species: Trichonephila clavata, the giant Joro spider, an orb-weaver native to East Asia. First U.S. record: Georgia, 2014 (possibly arriving as early as 2010 in shipping containers). Size: Adult females up to 4 inches across; webs up to 10 feet wide in gold-tinted yellow silk. Range as of 2026: AL, FL, GA, KY,

Father’s Day is a special occasion to honor and celebrate the incredible men in our lives who have shaped us, guided us, and shown us what it means to be strong, loving, and adventurous. From teaching us how to ride a bike to imparting invaluable life lessons, fathers (and father figures) hold a special place